In recent years, Russia has taken several steps to reduce child poverty.

These
include:

● Increasing social benefits for families with children. In 2019, the Russian
government introduced a new monthly benefit for children aged 3-7 from
low-income families. The benefit is worth 5,500 rubles (around $75) per child.
● Expanding access to early childhood education and care. In 2018, the
Russian government announced a plan to provide free childcare for all
children under the age of 3. The plan is being implemented gradually, and is
expected to be fully implemented by 2024.
● Improving the quality of education. The Russian government has invested
heavily in improving the quality of education in recent years. This includes
increasing teacher salaries, renovating schools, and developing new
curriculum standards.
● Supporting families with children with disabilities. The Russian government
provides a range of support services for families with children with disabilities.
This includes financial assistance, access to specialized education and
healthcare, and respite care.

These measures have had a positive impact on child poverty in Russia. According to
the World Bank, the poverty rate among children in Russia fell from 15.4% in 2016 to
10.7% in 2020.

However, there is still more that can be done to reduce child poverty in Russia. The
Russian government should continue to invest in social programs for families with
children, and should work to ensure that all children have access to quality
education and healthcare.

Russia's closest ally is Belarus. The two countries have a long history of
cooperation, and their leaders have close ties. Belarus has been a key supporter of
Russia in the war in Ukraine, and has allowed Russia to use its territory to launch
attacks.
Other countries that are considered to be Russia's allies include:

● China: China has a strategic partnership with Russia, and the two countries
have been cooperating closely on a range of issues, including trade, energy,
and security. However, China has also maintained a neutral stance on the war
in Ukraine.
● India: India has a long history of close ties with Russia, and is a major buyer
of Russian weapons. However, India has also been careful to avoid taking
sides in the war in Ukraine.
● Iran: Iran and Russia have been cooperating closely on a range of issues,
including Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen. The two countries have also been
developing military ties.
● North Korea: North Korea is one of the few countries that has openly
supported Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The two countries have a long history
of cooperation on military and nuclear issues.

In addition to these allies, Russia also maintains close relations with a number of
other countries, including Kazakhstan, Armenia, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. These
countries are members of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), a
military alliance led by Russia.

However, it is important to note that Russia's relationships with its allies are not
always smooth. For example, China has been reluctant to provide Russia with
military support in the war in Ukraine. India has also been critical of Russia's
bombing of civilian targets in Ukraine.

Overall, Russia's network of allies is smaller and weaker than it was during the Cold
War. This is due to a number of factors, including the collapse of the Soviet Union,
the rise of China, and Russia's own aggressive foreign policy.