Russian Satellite Communications Company and RSC Energia have signed an agreement to work together on developing advanced communications and broadcasting satellite systems. The agreement is expected to result in more efficient use of resources from both companies in order to design such systems. RSCC and Energia plan to jointly develop technical requirements for prospective satellite communications and broadcasting systems, including future systems for RSCC. They will also assess the feasibility of applying new requirements to future communications and broadcasting satellites using the Research and Development (R&D) and production potential of the Russian space industry, and draft proposals regarding the use of prospective domestic satellite launch systems.