The President signed Federal Law On Amendments to the Merchant Shipping Code of the Russian Federation as regards the formation of the Russian Open Register of Ships in connection with the Adoption of the Federal Law On International Companies and the Federal Law On Special Administrative Areas in the Kaliningrad Region and the Primorye Territory.

Governor of the Kaliningrad Region Anton Alikhanov and Deputy Prime Minister Olga Golodets briefed the President on the progress in the draft design.

In Kaliningrad, Vladimir Putin Held a joint meeting of the

Presidential Council for the Development of Physical Culture and Sport and the Supervisory Board of the Russia 2018 Local Organising Committee autonomous non-profit organisation.

Vladimir Putin visited Kaliningrad Stadium built for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, which hosted four group stage matches.

Vladimir Putin took part in the Fifth Truth and Justice Forum of Regional and Local Media organised by the Russian Popular Front. The President answered questions from regional and local media representatives.

The President signed the Federal Law On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation Regulating the Socioeconomic Development of Kaliningrad Region.

Vladimir Putin sent greetings to the participants, organisers and guests of the 10^th Mikael Tariverdiev International Organ Competition.

While on a working trip to Kaliningrad Region, Vladimir Putin visited Khrabrovo Airport, where he inspected the reconstruction of the passenger terminal and visited the arrivals area.

Vladimir Putin had a working meeting with Acting Governor of Kaliningrad Region Anton Alikhanov.

Vladimir Putin held a meeting in Kaliningrad on the opportunities for developing transport infrastructure in Northwest Russia. The heads of relevant ministries and agencies and a number of regional heads from the Northwest Federal District took part.

Vladimir Putin met with Anton Alikhanov and announced his decision to appoint Mr Alikhanov Acting Governor of Kaliningrad Region.

The President signed the Executive Order On the Early Termination of Powers of the Kaliningrad Region Governor.

Vladimir Putin approved a list of instructions following a meeting with the Federal Assembly’s Council of Legislators of April 29, 2016.

Nikolai Tsukanov briefed the President on the social and economic situation in the region.

Vladimir Putin held a meeting to discuss the new draft of Russia’s Marine Doctrine.

Vladimir Putin took part in celebrations marking Russian Navy Day in Baltiisk. The President attended a parade that took place in the waters of the Kaliningrad seagoing shipping canal.

During a visit to Kaliningrad Region, Vladimir Putin visited the Yantar Kholl variety theatre, where he met with Wailing KiViN Festival organisers and participants.