Vologda Region Governor Oleg Kuvsinnikov and Mikhail Shamolin, President of the Segezha group signed a treaty on cooperation within the framework of XXVI St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The parties agreed to build a new paper machine at the group’s paper factory in Sokol, Vologda region.
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) is the main annual international economic and business forum convened in Russia. It provides a platform for the discussion of topics central to the world’s economy.
At a ceremony in the Vologda Region Government, Oleg Kuvshinnikov presented passports to young citizens of the Vologda Region who have shown excellent results in studies, music, art and sports - winners and medalists of contests, academic, artistic and sporting competitions, top students.
The national holiday - Day of Russia is celebrated on June 12.
A delegation of the Vologda Region led by Governor Oleg Kuvshinnikov will take part in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum held on June 14-17, St. Petersburg.
Vologda Made Product, a trademark of staple products produced on the territory of the region was registered on June 9, 2003. It can be considered an established gastronomic brand of the region.
The Governor presented orders, medals and honorary title certificates to outstanding Vologda's residents for their tangible contribution to socio-economic and cultural development of the region.
The International Day for Protection of Children is observed as Children's Day on June 1. It was established to promote mutual understanding among children and to initiate action to benefit and promote the welfare of children.
In Russia, May 1 is celebrated as the Day of Spring and Labour. It is a holiday that unites people of different professions ranging from farmers to cultural workers, rescuers, teachers, state and municipal employees and entrepreneurs.