Tomsk Region a leading Russian region for modernization

Smyslographia Analytical Agency (AGT Communications Group) studied federal mass media coverage of Russia's regions in 2011 and compiled a communication ratings. Tomsk Region ranked the second in the Modernization rating.

Smyslographia compiles communication ratings to evaluate media image of Russian regions. The ratings help evaluate data about a region in the federal center against a certain social issue. Communication ratings are based on evaluation of the quantity and contents of publications from 100 top federal mass media agencies to obtain an objective picture of the region's image.

According to observations by federal analysts, regional 'Modernization' and 'Safety' agendas keep staying in the media spotlight. The analysts compiled the rating based on the federal media publications on regional modernization programs, development of the road, transport, energy, telecommunications, and other infrastructures; region's initiatives to support small and medium business, attract investments, and improve the investment climate; innovative projects and developments.

The top of the 2011 Modernization rating is occupied by Ulyanovsk, Tomsk, and Kaluga Regions. The first two regions were ranked Group A (rating leaders).

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