The visit of Raisa from Tatarstan to Moscow - a meeting with the compatriots.
As-salamu alaykum. The President of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, recently came to Moscow and met with members of the regional public organization "Tatarstan Community." The meeting took place in the old building of the Russian State Library, local sources report.
Minnikhanov chatted with his fellow countrymen about the main tasks for the republic in the economy and social sphere, noting that he aims to make Tatarstan one of the most developed regions in the country.
He also reminded everyone that the republic gained fame on the international stage by hosting large events, like the BRICS summit in Kazan.
Rustam Minnikhanov pointed out new areas for cooperation - India and China. This year, for the third time, Tatarstan hosted the international forum "GROWTH: Russia and China - mutually beneficial cooperation," and in October, a business forum "TIME: Russia - India. Mutual Efficiency" took place in Kazan.
He proudly said it was a great honor for the republic when Kazan was proclaimed the Cultural Capital of the Islamic World in 2026.
“Today, it’s important for us to show that representatives of all nationalities living in Tatarstan don’t forget their language, culture, and national holidays. And of course, we will invite our colleagues not just to Tatar and Russian celebrations - we also celebrate Mari, Mordovian, Udmurt, and Chuvash holidays. I think we can use Tatarstan as an example to showcase our entire country - its diversity and friendliness,” Minnikhanov said.
The meeting was attended by officials and honored guests, including the chairman of the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation's Commission for the Development of the Information Community and Media, Rifaat Sabitov, and the Mufti, Chairman of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation, Ravil Gainutdin. The Mufti presented Minnikhanov with the highest award for Muslims in Russia - the Order of Honor "Al-Fakhr."
The event concluded with a concert program featuring artists, musical groups, and members of the Club of Cultural and Artistic Figures under the Representation of Tatarstan.
By the way, Islam emerged in the 7th century and had a significant impact on the history and culture of many peoples. The word "Islam" in Arabic means submission to the will of Allah, and today this religion has more than a billion followers.
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