Russia** Putin delivered his annual state of the nation address to the Federal Assembly at the Moscow Trade Center on February 29. This is Putin's 19th State of the Union address as the head of state. As a large-scale public speech on the eve of Russia's new ** elections, Putin's annual State of the Union address was also interpreted as his ** election platform.
Putin: The Russian army currently occupies an active position on the battlefield.
When talking about Russia's special military operation against Ukraine, Putin said that Russia is strengthening its sovereignty in all directions, including in the special military operation. Russia will always remember the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country. During the event, Putin declared a minute of silence in memory of those who died during the special military operation.
Putin noted that the Russian army currently occupies the active position, steadily attacking in a range of directions and occupying new areas. The Russian army has gained a lot of experience in the coordination of various arms of the armed forces. In addition, significant progress has been made in the testing of a number of missiles, and the Russian strategic nuclear forces are in a state of full readiness.
Putin: Russia is ready to hold a dialogue with the United States on the issue of strategic stability.
Speaking about Russian-American relations, Putin announced that the Russian side is ready to hold a dialogue with the United States on the issue of strategic stability, but rejects any attempt to force the Russian side to engage in dialogue. Putin said that there is false information that Russia intends to deploy nuclear ** in space, which is to drag the Russian side into negotiations in favor of the United States.
He pointed out that the collapse of the European security system by the United States and its allies poses risks to every country involved.
At the meeting, Putin warned NATO, saying that if they sent troops to Ukraine, they would face the risk of a nuclear conflict. He also added that after Finland and Sweden join NATO, it will be necessary for Russia to strengthen the Western Wing Military District. However, Putin also stressed that the West's claim that Russia intends to attack Europe is nonsense.
Putin called for the establishment of a new architecture for Eurasian security and is willing to dialogue with partners.
In addition, Putin called for the construction of a new architecture for Eurasian security, saying that Russia is ready to open a dialogue with all relevant countries and organizations on this issue. Putin said that the dialogue between Russia and regional partners is actively being carried out, and the establishment of a Greater Eurasian partnership has broad prospects at a time when the integration process of the Eurasian Economic Union and China's "One Belt, One Road" initiative are being established. Russia's cooperation with ASEAN, Africa, and Arab countries is also proceeding smoothly.
Putin pointed out that cooperation between Russia and its partners is based on the principles of equality and respect for each other's interests, so new countries are constantly joining the Russian mechanisms in which Russia participates, such as the Eurasian Economic Union, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and the BRICS. In the next step, the Russian side will continue to build efficient and safe logistics corridors together with friendly countries.
The participants praised Putin as a true patriot.
In his annual state of the nation address, Putin also pointed out that he focused on improving the well-being of civil society and economic growth, announced the launch of five new national projects, namely "Family", "Russian Youth", "Longevity and Active Life", "Talent Plan" and "Data Economy", and finally called on the Russian people to be united.
Participants at the scene told the Phoenix TV reporter that Putin's plan is comprehensive and long-term, but implementation is more important.
Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat Khusnullin:
I believe that today has outlined a grand prospect and given us all a way forward, and we will move in that direction and we will try to accomplish everything. We already have good experience in implementing all our projects, and now we will further develop the successes we have achieved in previous years.
Honorary President of the Russian Mini Football Association Semyon Andreyev:
I would like to say that today's speech outlines a rather intense but very realistic plan for the socio-economic development of our country. Of course, in order to achieve this, everyone needs to work hard and work as a participant.
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its third year, participants said Russia needs to win the war.
The leader of the Lugansk Republic "Leonid Pasechnik:
Of course, this is the first special military operation. Therefore, we must win, and without victory there is nothing. Victory is our security, our opportunity for peacebuilding, creation, peaceful existence, and so on, so today we will focus on this issue. In my opinion, is the huge concern.
In addition, during the interview, the Phoenix TV reporter found that the participants paid relatively more attention to the education part, and they believed that the future of Russia lies in young people.
Russian friar Valery Bulkov:
This is our future, and we have to educate it well. Because in order to carry on our traditions, I grew up in traditions, in the courage and heroism of veterans of the Great Patriotic War. That's why it's important for our young people to get an education.
As for the upcoming ** election, Putin's state of the nation address this time is also equivalent to the release of an election platform.
Deputy of the Russian State Duma, former Olympic champion Svetlana:
You know, I'm glad that when we haven't entered the hall yet, the reporter asked what we expected, and all my expectations were 100% met and I heard what I wanted.
The leader of the Lugansk Republic "Leonid Pasechnik:
I can't imagine that we only have one ** like Putin. This is a real leader, and there are real checks and balances. This is a true patriot of Russia, and only with him can you move forward.
Russian friar Valery Bulkov:
There is such a Russian proverb that Vladimir Vladimirovich deserves to be voted for. There is no doubt about it.
As a public speech before the election, the more than two-hour State of the Union address was comprehensive and pragmatic, and it was clear that Putin knew what he wanted, and set common development goals in the midst of nearly 80% of the public's approval rating, coordinated with financial allocation plans, and called for public unity.
*: Phoenix TV Information Channel.
Editor: Mu Mu.