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On October 8–9, Vladimir Putin will make a working visit to Turkmenistan

2026-10-06T19:55:01+04:00

The President of Russia will attend a meeting of the CIS Council of Heads of State and the Caspian Environmental Summit. Both events will be held in Turkmenistan's national tourist zone of Awaza.

During the CIS Heads of State Council meeting, the attending leaders will review the results of cooperation within the Commonwealth, which celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, outline the priorities for further joint efforts, and exchange views on current international and regional matters.

Several documents aimed at expanding cooperation in law enforcement, cultural and humanitarian affairs, and information technology, as well as fostering foreign policy coordination between CIS member states are to be adopted at the meeting.

At the Caspian Environmental Summit, the presidents of Russia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan will discuss practical aspects of the cooperation between the Caspian Basin countries in the matters of environmental protection, including steps to prevent the shrinking of the Caspian Sea and preserve its bioresources.

During his visit to Turkmenistan, Vladimir Putin will also hold several bilateral meetings.

On October 1, Vladimir Putin will take part in the 23rd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club

2026-09-30T16:13:36+04:00

On October 1, Vladimir Putin will take part in the 23rd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club, held under the theme “Responsibility for the Future: Limits of the Possible, or Limitless Possibilities?”

Accreditation for journalists to cover the 8th GECF Summit, the third Russia–Africa Summit and the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum closed

2026-09-30T19:26:12+04:00

Applications were handled by the Presidential Press and Information Office’s Department of Accreditation via www.kremlin.ru (президент.рф).

The organisers reserve the right to refuse accreditation without giving a reason.

Accreditation confirmation, together with information on badge collection and the time and meeting point for media representatives, will be sent individually to accredited journalists to the email address provided in their application after October 19, 2026.

Telephone: +7(495) 606–3063; +7(495) 606–2911

On September 23, Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting with members of the Government

2026-09-22T16:02:46+04:00

On September 23, Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting with members of the Government via videoconference. The discussion will focus on the use of the Chestny Znak system to bring the economy out of the shadows.

Reports will be delivered by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko, Head of the Federal Service for Alcohol and Tobacco Market Control Igor Aleshin, and Head of the Federal Service for the Oversight of Consumer Protection and Welfare Anna Popova.

Other current matters will also be addressed.

On September 18, the President will present state decorations to distinguished workers of Russia’s defence industry

2026-09-18T18:21:41+04:00

On September 18, ahead of Gunsmith Day, Vladimir Putin will present state decorations to distinguished workers of Russia’s defence industry in the Kremlin’s St Catherine Hall.

The President will also chair a meeting of the Military-Industrial Commission.

Later in the day, Vladimir Putin will take part, via video link, in the presentation of new civil aviation facilities, the signing of a contract for the delivery of MC–21–310 aircraft, and the launch of social gasification facilities in the regions.

Accreditation is now open for journalists to cover the 8th GECF Summit, the third Russia–Africa Summit and the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum

2026-09-16T12:36:20+04:00

The Presidential Press and Information Office’s Department of Accreditation is now accepting applications for media coverage of the 8^th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, and of the third Russia–Africa Summit and the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum.

Journalist accreditation is handled via the website www.kremlin.ru (президент.рф).

To obtain an accreditation badge, applicants must complete the registration form.

The accreditation badge grants access to the international press centre and is valid for the following events:

October 27 – Gas Exporting Countries Forum

October 28–29 – Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum

October 28–29 – Russia–Africa Summit

Accreditation applications are accepted from Russian media outlets registered with Roskomnadzor and from foreign journalists.

Applications are subject to the following quotas: for print and online media – up to two reporters and two photographers (a maximum of four individuals per outlet); for television media – up to two film crews (a maximum of six individuals per outlet).

The accreditation deadline is 12:00 pm Moscow time on September 30, 2026.

Applications received after 12:00 pm Moscow time on September 30, 2026, will not be considered.

Submission of an application does not guarantee accreditation. The organisers reserve the right to refuse accreditation without giving a reason.

Telephone: +7(495) 606–3063; +7(495) 606–2911

From September 11 to 13, President of Russia will visit India to attend the BRICS Summit

2026-09-11T19:35:49+04:00

From September 11 to 13, President Vladimir Putin will pay a working visit to the Republic of India to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. The event will be held in New Delhi, as the association marks its 20th anniversary.

On September 11, Vladimir Putin will address the plenary session of the annual BRICS Business Forum, which traditionally precedes the summit and serves as an important platform for dialogue among business representatives from BRICS countries.

On the same day, the President of Russia will hold a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and, together with him, visit the Innoprom exhibition, organised by the two countries’ ministries of industry and trade.

The main programme of the summit will open on September 12 with a meeting of BRICS leaders, who are expected to discuss the initiatives of the Indian Presidency and prospects for further strengthening the BRICS strategic partnership in politics and security, economics and finance, and cultural and humanitarian ties. They will also exchange views on current international and regional issues.

On September 13, an expanded BRICS meeting will be held, bringing together the heads of delegation from BRICS member countries and partner states, as well as invited states and heads of international organisations.

The main agreements reached are expected to be reflected in the summit's final document.

During the events in New Delhi, the President of Russia will also hold a number of other bilateral meetings.

On September 9, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will hold talks in the Kremlin with President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam

2026-09-04T15:58:39+04:00

On September 9, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will hold talks in the Kremlin with General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam, who will be in Russia on a state visit. The leaders will discuss the Russia-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership and its further development. They will focus on trade, economic, scientific and educational ties, humanitarian exchanges, and security and defence cooperation.

They will also exchange views on current issues on the international and regional agenda.

A package of bilateral documents is to be adopted following the talks.

On September 4, the President will hold, via videoconference, a meeting of the Pobeda (Victory) Organising Committee

2026-09-03T15:24:36+04:00

President of the Russian Academy of Sciences Gennady Krasnikov will present a report detailing the review process for applications of Hero City title candidates.

First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council and Secretary of the General Council of the United Russia party Vladimir Yakushev, Primorye Territory Governor and Chairman of the State Council Commission on Tourism Oleg Kozhemyako, and Executive Secretary of the Search Movement of Russia Elena Tsunayeva will present reports.

On September 2–3, Vladimir Putin will visit the Far Eastern Federal District to attend the Eastern Economic Forum

2026-08-28T21:50:14+04:00

On September 2–3, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will travel to the Far Eastern Federal District on a working trip to attend the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. This year, the forum will be held under the theme ”Far East: Development for the Benefit of the People.“

On September 2, Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting to discuss the development of the Far Eastern Federal District. In addition, the President will view an interactive presentation showcasing the results of the region's development, followed by a videoconference ceremony to launch operations at several newly built enterprises. A separate working meeting with Primorye Territory Governor Oleg Kozhemyako is also scheduled.

On September 3, the plenary session — the forum's central event — will be held. Alongside Vladimir Putin, the session will feature President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto, Prime Minister of Mongolia Nyam-Osoryn Uchral, First Vice President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar Nyo Saw, and Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China Ding Xuexiang.

In addition, the President of Russia is also scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings with leaders of foreign delegations.

On August 31–September 1, Vladimir Putin will visit Kyrgyzstan to attend the SCO summit

2026-08-28T21:28:25+04:00

From August 31 to September 1, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will pay a working visit to the Kyrgyz Republic to take part in a meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

The event coincides with the 25th anniversary of the SCO. The attending leaders will review the current status of the organisation, discuss prospects for its further development and modernisation, and exchange views on pressing international and regional issues.

Their coordinated positions will traditionally be enshrined in a final political declaration. In addition, a number of documents in various areas of cooperation are expected to be signed.

Following the meeting of the Council of Heads of State in Bishkek, an SCO Plus-format meeting will be held, where the SCO members will be joined by the invited leaders of observer and dialogue partner states, as well as the heads of international and regional organisations and guests of the Kyrgyz presidency. The discussion will focus on the SCO member states' contribution to the establishment of a multipolar world order with the UN playing a central role.

On the sidelines of the events in Bishkek, the President of Russia will also hold a number of bilateral meetings with foreign leaders.

On August 19, Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting of the Presidential Council for Strategic Development and National Projects

2026-08-18T15:36:55+04:00

On August 19, Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting of the Presidential Council for Strategic Development and National Projects to discuss the implementation of the Plan for Structural Transformation of the Russian Economy until 2030. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak will deliver a report.

In addition, Minister of Finance Anton Siluanov will brief the meeting on steps taken to ensure the budgets of the Russian Federation's constituent entities for 2026–2029 are balanced, and Deputy Prime Minister – Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko will speak about working with regional authorities to achieve the sociological targets outlined the national development goals.

On August 18, Vladimir Putin will hold talks with President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing

2026-08-18T16:25:03+04:00

On August 18, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will hold talks at the Kremlin with President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing, who will be on an official visit to Russia.

The two leaders will discuss avenues for deepening Russia-Myanmar cooperation in various areas, as well as topical issues on the international and regional agendas.

There are plans to sign several bilateral documents.

On July 27, Vladimir Putin will meet with State Duma deputies

2026-07-26T16:52:22+04:00

On July 27, Vladimir Putin will meet with deputies of the eighth State Duma of the Federal Assembly at the Grand Kremlin Palace. The head of state will review the Duma’s extensive legislative work over the past five years.

On July 25, Vladimir Putin will attend the 22nd Russia-Kazakhstan Interregional Cooperation Forum

2026-07-25T09:15:23+04:00

On July 25, Vladimir Putin and President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will attend the 22nd Russia-Kazakhstan Interregional Cooperation Forum, to be held in Omsk.

This year, the theme of the forum is ”Forming a Global Logistics Ecosystem: New Horizons for Russia-Kazakhstan Cooperation.“ Attendees will include deputy prime ministers, ministers and agency leaders, heads of Russia's constituent entities and regions of Kazakhstan, as well as parliamentary representatives, business figures, and experts from both countries.

Prior to the forum's plenary session, Vladimir Putin and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will hold a separate meeting to discuss current matters pertaining to the Russian-Kazakhstani cooperation.

On July 8, Vladimir Putin will hold a videoconference meeting with members of the Government

2026-07-07T15:42:41+04:00

The operation of the transport and fuel sectors under current conditions will be the main topic on the agenda.

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak and Minister of Transport Andrei Nikitin will deliver reports.

A number of current matters will be addressed as well.

On June 23, Vladimir Putin will meet with graduates of higher military academies and hold a videoconference meeting with Government members

2026-06-22T17:25:50+04:00

On June 23, the President will meet in the Kremlin with graduates of military academies of the Defence Ministry, the Emergencies Ministry, the Federal Security Service, the Federal Guard Service, the National Guard, the Interior Ministry, the Investigative Committee and the Federal Penitentiary Service.

The President will congratulate officers, cadets and students of the academies and wish them success in solving important tasks to ensure the security of the Motherland.

More than 600 top-performing military academy graduates as well as their professors and heads of relevant agencies will get together in the St George Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace.

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On the same day, Vladimir Putin will hold a videoconference meeting with members of the Government. The main topic of the discussion will be implementing a mentoring programme for medical school graduates.

Minister of Healthcare of the Russian Federation Mikhail Murashko and Chairman of the State Council Commission on Long and Active Life Stanislav Voskresensky will deliver reports.

The meeting participants will also review a number of current issues.

On June 22, Vladimir Putin will lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

2026-06-21T15:36:58+04:00

On the day marking the 85th anniversary of the beginning of the Great Patriotic War, Vladimir Putin will take part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and will also lay flowers at the memorials honoring the Hero Cities and the Cities of Military Glory.

On June 17–18, the Russia-ASEAN summit will be held in Kazan

2026-06-16T18:40:59+04:00

On June 17–18, the Russia-ASEAN summit will be held in Kazan, marking the 35th anniversary of relations between Russia and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

At the meeting, attending leaders will review the strategic partnership between Russia and ASEAN and outline new avenues for cooperation in politics, economy, and cultural and humanitarian affairs. An exchange of views on current international and regional matters is also on the agenda.

Several documents are expected to be signed during the event, including the Kazan Declaration and the Russia-ASEAN Comprehensive Plan of Action.

Additionally, Vladimir Putin will hold bilateral meetings with leaders of ASEAN delegations.

On June 17, the Russia-ASEAN Business Forum will also be held in Kazan, where entrepreneurs from Russia and Southeast Asian countries will discuss prospects for trade and economic cooperation.

On June 12, a ceremony to present the 2025 National Awards and Hero of Labour gold medals will take place at the Kremlin

2026-06-11T17:04:42+04:00

On Russia Day, an official ceremony to present the 2025 Russian Federation National Awards for achievements in science and technology, literature and the arts, human rights, charity work, and humanitarian activity will be held in the Grand Kremlin Palace.

The President will also present Hero of Labour of the Russian Federation gold medals to Russians awarded the title.