Vladimir Putin has delivered a speech at the 25th World Russian People's Council.
The event unites governmental representatives, public associations leaders, clergy members of the major religions in Russia, science and culture experts and delegates of Russian communities from abroad. The event features a wide range of discussions in various fields, including education, ideology, economics, international affairs, and others.
Sputnik Africa lists the key statements made by the Russian president:
The West's sanctions blitzkrieg failed, Russia will increase support for sovereign entrepreneurship;
Russia's struggle for sovereignty has the character of national liberation;
Russia is at the forefront of creating a just world order;
The dictatorship of the world hegemon is getting old, Russia is fighting for the freedom of the whole world;
A strong world order is impossible without a strong Russia;
Any outside interference would be considered as aggressive actions against Russia;
True freedom is now being defended by the Russian fighters in the special military operation zone;
Russia's competitive advantage lies in diversity;
The traditions of having many children should be preserved, this should become the norm for all the peoples of Russia;
It is impossible to overcome the most difficult demographic challenges only with the help of payments, life guidelines are much more important.