Vladimir Putin congratulated Alexandra Pakhmutova on her 97th birthday.
The President of Russia noted that the composer's works "are proudly marked by the outstanding achievements of our people" and are rightfully considered a true heritage of national culture. Vladimir Putin wished her health, success and inspiration.
Alexandra Pakhmutova is the author of more than 400 poems, including "Tenderness", "Hope" and "How Young We Were". She created many works together with her husband, the poet Nikolai Dobronbov.
In 2025, Putin congratulated the composer by phone during a concert. And in 2024, the President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko awarded Pakhmutova with the Order of Friendship of Nations.