Days of the Republic of Karelia concluded at the National Centre RUSSIA

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The Republic of Karelia Days were held at the National Centre RUSSIA from 26 January to 1 February. The event became part of the programme of the thematic regional days at the "Book of Fairy Tales" exposition. 

The highlight of the event was the presentation of Karelia's development strategy, delivered by the Head of the Republic, Artur Parfenchikov. In the course of the thematic programme "Region–2030. The Republic of Karelia", he announced that the region had made a significant leap in the national investment attractiveness ranking, moving from 56th place into the top 20, and spoke about the development of the Arctic zone, which covers 40% of the Republic’s territory, and the creation of conditions for comfortable living and working.

"A large number of investment projects are currently being implemented in the republic. The total investment volume exceeds 150 billion roubles, and it is expected to create 12,000 jobs under these projects. They span various sectors: stone extraction and processing, forestry, high-tech manufacturing, mechanical engineering, shipbuilding, and tourism. Significant investments are planned for tourism projects. Today, Karelia is attractive to investors, and we strive to create economic and legal incentives for those who invest in the republic's development," said Artur Parfenchikov.

A cooperation agreement was signed by the Head of the Republic of Karelia, Artur Parfenchikov, and the Chief of the Main Headquarters of the All-Russian Movement Yunarmiya (Young Army), Vladislav Golovin. The document formalises collaboration and envisages the implementation of joint programmes in the youth patriotic education. Artur Parfenchikov stated that the movement's main headquarters supports Karelia, and the republic's young residents engage with the ideas of Yunarmiya very responsibly and enthusiastically.

The regional branch of Yunarmiya has been active in Karelia for 10 years. The Chief of Main Headquarters, Vladislav Golovin, noted that the movement instils stable values in its participants: "Yunarmiya members understand the importance of preserving our history, memory, culture, and state values. Regardless of the profession they are going to choose in the future, the children understand the importance of serving the Motherland."

As part of the thematic week, the National Centre RUSSIA welcomed a delegation of five large families from the Republic of Karelia. The trip to Moscow took place at the invitation of the head of the region. The families received certificates for attending the Republic of Karelia Days last year, during an awards ceremony.

Before the start of the excursion programme, Artur Parfenchikov met with the parents from the large families and their children. The trip participants thanked the head of the republic for the opportunity to take the whole family to see the capital.

"The main value of the Republic of Karelia is its people, and, of course, large families. I thank all parents with a deep bow – for your contribution to raising children, introducing them to cultural and spiritual values. You are raising worthy citizens of Russia," said Artur Parfenchikov.

Furthermore, at the invitation of the Government of the Republic of Karelia, schoolchildren from the sponsored Vasilyevsky municipal district of the Zaporozhye region took part in an extensive sightseeing programme in Moscow. On the final day of the trip, the children met with the head of the region at the National Centre RUSSIA, and visited the "Journey Across Russia" exposition together with him. During the programme "Dialogue of Equals", Artur Parfenchikov told the guests about the traditions, culture, gastronomic brands, and main attractions of the northern republic.

"Karelia is a unique land, Russia's northern shield, preserving great chapters of military history. I am confident that during your lives, you will visit many regions of our country, and I hope each of you discovers our hospitable republic," the head of Karelia addressed the young people.

The next region to present its thematic days at the National Centre RUSSIA will be the Vologda region. We remind you that attending all events at the National Centre RUSSIA is free of charge. Some of them require registration in advance on the website russia.ru. Please see the current schedule of events in the "Events" section.