An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, headed by Poul Thomsen, visited Russia during June 2-15, to hold discussions for the 2010 Article IV Consultation. The discussions focused on the lessons from the global economic crisis for Russia, and on economic policy priorities as Russia is moving from crisis management to policies for sustained economic growth. The mission met with Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Kudrin, Central Bank of Russia (CBR) Governor Ignatiev, other senior officials, and representatives of financial institutions, corporations, and think tanks.