Greetings on the opening of World Amateur Go Championship 2021-06-03 11:30:00 Vladimir Putin sent his greetings to participants and guests of the World Amateur Go Championship. The message reads, in part: “This is the first time that Russia is hosting this prestigious and respected sports event, and we are happy to welcome the world’s best Go players in Vladivostok. I have no doubt that the championship will be held at a high organisational and creative level and will help to promote the values and traditions of this ancient game, which harmoniously combines the spirit of intellectual combat and a unique philosophy. Of course, the contest is also a major, landmark event for the residents and guests of the capital city of the Russian Far East.”