Dmitry Medvedev chaired in Ufa a meeting of the State Council Presidium on measures to strengthen interethnic harmony and develop Russia’s diverse national cultures.

Strengthening interethnic unity was the subject of discussion. Dmitry Medvedev stressed that educational work has a big part to play in preventing interethnic conflicts and should be pursued more actively throughout the country.

Dmitry Medvedev held a videoconference with residents of several regions throughout the country, as well as with governors and federal agencies. Following the videoconference, the President issued a series of instructions on social issues.

The leader of Bashkortostan reported to Dmitry Medvedev on the social situation in the republic and the implementation of social programmes, in particular those aimed at the elderly.

Dmitry Medvedev received proposals on the candidacies for the post of the President of Bashkortostan.

Dmitry Medvedev informed of having accepted the resignation of Murtaza Rakhimov.