President Vladimir Putin sends greetings to participants of the Forum of Women of the North

Women of the North make history every day — on icebreakers, in the tundra, in laboratories and on theatre stages. And their achievements are recognised at the highest level. President of Russia Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to the participants of the II Forum of Women of the North. The message was read out by Artur Muravyov, Presidential Plenipotentiary  Representative of the Russian Federation in the Federation Council.

"Women make a unique contribution to the development of our northern territories. We are proud that it was a Russian citizen who, in 2025, became the first woman in world history to take her place on the bridge of a nuclear-powered icebreaker as captain. You work in key sectors of the economy, make scientific discoveries, achieve success in the arts, devote enormous effort to public and volunteer activities, and provide comprehensive support to participants and veterans of the special military operation and to their families and loved ones. I am confident that your forum will be constructive and that its proposals and recommendations will prove valuable and be translated into practical action," Vladimir Putin emphasised.

The event brought together women leaders, public figures, representatives of government bodies and members of the expert community to discuss the future of the northern territories and the role of women in their development.

The forum will take place at the National Centre RUSSIA on 30 June and 1 July. It is organised by the Federation Council and the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East and Arctic with the support of the Association of Indigenous Small-Numbered Peoples of the North, Siberia and the Far East of the Russian Federation.