Comlist: Moscow Consolidated 29 Dec 90

This document is a consolidated report of Soviet media and official briefings dated December 29, 1990. It covers a wide array of topics, primarily focusing on the Soviet Union's internal economic crisis, foreign policy, and political transitions. Key themes include the transition to convertible currency in trade with former Council for Mutual Economic Assistance countries, the impact of the Gulf crisis on Soviet policy, and domestic concerns regarding food shortages and the Armenian earthquake aftermath. The report notes that 'Moscow Mailbag' included discussions on UAPs (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) in the context of economic blockade and distribution problems. Additionally, the document details political developments, such as the election of Gennadiy Yanayev as Vice President, ongoing debates regarding the RSFSR budget, and the complex situation in the Baltic states, specifically Lithuania and Latvia. International relations are also addressed, including Soviet-French cultural cooperation, relations with the Middle East, and the status of disarmament talks. The document serves as a snapshot of the Soviet state's preoccupation with economic survival and political restructuring at the end of 1990.