During the meeting those taking part discussed matters related to the presentation of the Presidential Award for Contribution to Strengthening Russia’s National Unity.
The decision on presenting the award is made by the President based on the council’s proposals.
The award is presented to Russian citizens for their fruitful activities aimed at strengthening the nation-wide civil identity and spiritual unity of the many peoples of Russia, as well as harmonising interethnic relations and developing the ethnic and cultural diversity throughout the country.