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Greetings to the Peoples of Russia national forum

November 3, 2023

Vladimir Putin sent greetings to the participants, organisers and guests of the Peoples of Russia national forum.

The message reads, in part:

“Over the past years, your forum has asserted itself as an influential platform for an in-depth and comprehensive analysis of issues related to implementing the state ethnic policy and making it more effective.

The diversity of languages, religions and customs is a huge resource of our Fatherland. Consequently, the state devotes tremendous attention to preserving the unique essence of every ethnic group in Russia. Of course, efforts to facilitate inter-ethnic peace and accord in the country, to strengthen our culture and traditional values have always been and remain a key and crucial objective. It is important that this work should fully involve the vast potential of religious, social and research organisations and ethnic and cultural associations.

I am convinced that all attempts to sow discord, mistrust and xenophobia between us, any provocations and aggressive actions directed against Russia are doomed to failure because we are a single nation bound by a shared history and fraternal ties of friendship and mutual understanding.”

November 3, 2023