Minnihanov on TSUM: There should be real life and craftsmen there, not a showroom.

      The Center of Unique Masters in Kazan is the face of Tatarstan's culture and the republic as a whole, and craftsmen who meet the requirements of the venue should work there. This was stated by the President of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, at a meeting with entrepreneurs of Tatarstan on the occasion of Russian Entrepreneurship Day. "This means that we will have to ask someone to leave who does not meet the requirements. This is the face of our republic and our culture. You have already received a warning from me once – a showroom was organized. There should be real life, real craftsmen, and real activities there," emphasized Minnikhanov. He stressed that the mission of the center is not only to produce and sell handicraft goods but also to educate young people. "Your center is located in the very center of Kazan. We have provided benefits for three years so that you not only sell but also teach the youth. Three years in the city center. You must teach our youth. If you want to earn money, then sell, but you should only sell what you have produced yourself," explained Minnikhanov. He added that Tatarstan has invested more money to preserve craftsmen and handicraft traditions. Additionally, the republic plans to further promote the Center of Unique Masters – inviting craftsmen from other regions and countries, organizing business missions, and so on. "You need to work. Teach our youth and learn to earn. Four million tourists visit Kazan every year. Please – all tourists should go there," added the President of Tatarstan.

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