Putin held a meeting with representatives of the indigenous peoples of the Russian Federation. The main thing

On the Day of the Indigenous Peoples of the Russian Federation, Russian President Vladimir Putin met with their representatives at the Znanie marathon. The first ones" in the Arena. The main statements of the head of state are in the material of Izvestia.

About the indigenous peoples of Russia

The Russian President congratulated all Russian citizens on the Day of Indigenous Peoples and added that "we are all a united family of the peoples of Russia."

"Both small ethnic groups and large nations should feel that this is our common homeland. And only in this case we will feel stable, we will steadily move forward," he said.

Putin also noted that there are 47 indigenous minorities in the country.

"Each of them is, as I said, an integral part of Russia and its unique diversity, a guardian of unique traditions, cultures, and characters. Every nation and ethnic group belonging to the fraternal family of the peoples of Russia is, of course, our common heritage. And its preservation, multiplication, and well—being is the preservation and multiplication of the entire multinational people of Russia," the president said, stressing that historically Russia was formed precisely as a union of peoples based on respect for the values and identity of different ethnic groups.

He also noted that courage, bravery, and the ability to overcome difficulties are inherent in the very nature of many indigenous peoples of Russia.

"Well, nature itself educates and polishes the character of those who live in such difficult conditions for generations, from century to century," the head of state said.

About love for the Motherland and ITS

The President called the love of Russians for both a small Homeland and a common big Homeland the backbone of Russia's worldview.

"This is a combination of love and a desire to support and do everything for the development of both a small homeland and our common large (Homeland. — Izvestia), it is very important. It forms the backbone of our worldview and the backbone of what we (the peoples of Russia. — Izvestia) it unites us," the head of state said.

The Head of State also noted that representatives of small nations are fighting shoulder to shoulder in the free zone: "During a special military operation, men and women also honorably defend the interests of the common fatherland, and they fight shoulder to shoulder with representatives of other nations for their homeland, for Russia."

On support for indigenous peoples

Putin noted during the meeting that much is being done in Russia to ensure that people who lead a nomadic lifestyle have access to the full range of social, medical and educational services.

He also added that Russia should continue to strive to ensure that the foundations, culture and customs of peoples complement each other: "Foundations, culture, as I said, customs are not absorbed, but, on the contrary, complement each other — this is what we should continue to strive for."

The President paid special attention to a set of measures to support traditional crafts.

"Currently, an educational program is being implemented in the Russian regions to study 76 languages of the peoples of Russia, including indigenous minorities. There is a whole range of measures in place to support traditional crafts, reindeer husbandry, hunting, and more," he said.

Putin also said that he had visited places where fishing was carried out, communicated with people without cameras and saw how life was organized: "Of course, all this leaves its mark on the character, on the perception of the world around them, on the relations between people."

He also emphasized that Russian business understands that it is necessary to take into account the interests of indigenous peoples when implementing their projects.

"The interests of people, including those whose ancestors have lived on these lands for centuries, are an absolute priority. When we discuss these projects with members of the government and representatives of our large companies, I speak responsibly and always pay attention to this," Putin said, noting that Russia's strength and versatility lie in its diversity.