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    Head of Russian region named to transport ministry after space agency shakeup

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    Posted on February 7, 2025

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    Last updated: January 26, 2026

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    Andrei Niktin is now Russia's deputy transport minister, replacing Dmitry Bakanov, who leads Roscosmos after Yuri Borisov's tenure.

    Andrei Niktin Appointed to Russian Transport Ministry Role

    MOSCOW (Reuters) - Andrei Niktin was appointed Russia's deputy transport minister on Friday, replacing Dmitry Bakanov, who was moved on Thursday to lead the Russian space agency Roscosmos.

    Bakanov replaced Yuri Borisov, who had held the top space job for less than three years, a tenure marked the failure of Russia's first mission to the moon in 47 years.

    Niktin, whose appointment was ordered by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, was previously governor of Russia's Novgorod region.

    (Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Alison Williams)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Andrei Niktin appointed as deputy transport minister of Russia.
    • •Dmitry Bakanov moves to lead Roscosmos.
    • •Yuri Borisov replaced after a short tenure at Roscosmos.
    • •Niktin was previously governor of Novgorod region.
    • •Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin ordered the appointment.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Head of Russian region named to transport ministry after space agency shakeup

    1What is the main topic?

    The article discusses the appointment of Andrei Niktin as Russia's deputy transport minister and changes in Roscosmos leadership.

    2Who is Andrei Niktin?

    Andrei Niktin is the newly appointed deputy transport minister of Russia, previously governor of Novgorod region.

    3What changes occurred at Roscosmos?

    Dmitry Bakanov replaced Yuri Borisov as the head of Roscosmos after Borisov's short tenure.

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