Minnikhanov: Tatarstan will strengthen ties with the Islamic world through culture.

      The head of Tatarstan spoke at a meeting of the organizing committee preparing for the event “Kazan – Cultural Capital of the Islamic World,” which is scheduled for 2026.

      Rustam Minnikhanov took part in the meeting of the organizing committee to prepare the program “Kazan – Cultural Capital of the Islamic World” via videolink. In his address, the head of the republic emphasized the importance of developing relations with Islamic countries and the special role of Tatarstan in this process. The head of the region noted that modern Russia is actively developing multilateral relations with the states of the Islamic world. Tatarstan, as an integral part of a multinational country, is proud of the opportunity to make a significant contribution to strengthening these ties. Special importance is attached to cultural cooperation and intercivilizational dialogue.

      Minnikhanov expressed confidence that next year’s events will be organized at a high level. He promised that guests of the republic will be able to fully appreciate the richness of the cultural heritage and experience the famed Tatarstan hospitality. The organizing committee meeting chaired by Russia’s Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova became an important stage in preparing for the large-scale 2026 event. In closing his speech, the head of Tatarstan wished the forum participants successful work, using the traditional Tatar blessing “хәерле сәгатьтә,” which means a send-off on a good path.

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