Russian President V.V. Putin sent greetings to the participants and guests of the international week "People of Russia" (November 2, 2026) Dear friends! I congratulate you on the international week "People of Russia". To discuss a wide range of issues related to increasing the effectiveness of the country's national policy and strengthening international humanitarian cooperation, the current forum brought together representatives of government authorities, businesses, scientific communities and experts. Let me emphasize that we sincerely appreciate our rich historical, cultural and spiritual heritage, and give priority attention to the issues of preserving the original languages, traditions and customs of the peoples living in Russia. And it is very important that associations and communities of indigenous peoples, public organizations and volunteer organizations actively participate in this wide-ranging and creative work. In particular, I would like to note such a multifaceted project, which is, without a doubt, the "soul of Russia". Its popular initiatives, education and outreach programs serve the development and popularization of famous folk arts and crafts, national sports and new and exciting tourist destinations. I am confident that your forum, which is being held in the year of the unity of the peoples of Russia, will become a major event in the social and cultural life of our country and other countries, and will help strengthen international humanitarian dialogue, professional and personal contacts. I wish you success, fruitful communication and all the best. Vladimir Putin.

Russian President V.V. Putin sent greetings to the participants and guests of the international week "People of Russia" (November 2, 2026) Dear friends! I congratulate you on the international week "People of Russia". To discuss a wide range of issues related to increasing the effectiveness of the country's national policy and strengthening international humanitarian cooperation, the current forum brought together representatives of government authorities, businesses, scientific communities and experts. Let me emphasize that we sincerely appreciate our rich historical, cultural and spiritual heritage, and give priority attention to the issues of preserving the original languages, traditions and customs of the peoples living in Russia. And it is very important that associations and communities of indigenous peoples, public organizations and volunteer organizations actively participate in this wide-ranging and creative work. In particular, I would like to note such a multifaceted project, which is, without a doubt, the "soul of Russia". Its popular initiatives, education and outreach programs serve the development and popularization of famous folk arts and crafts, national sports and new and exciting tourist destinations. I am confident that your forum, which is being held in the year of the unity of the peoples of Russia, will become a major event in the social and cultural life of our country and other countries, and will help strengthen international humanitarian dialogue, professional and personal contacts. I wish you success, fruitful communication and all the best. Vladimir Putin.