Russian journalists visited Polotsk as part of a press tour around the country
During the press tour, Russian journalists visited Minsk, Soligorsk, Slutsk, Borisov, Zhodino, and then arrived in the ancient city of Belarus. What is the economic potential of Polotsk, how strong is the private sector, how are sister city relations developing, and how is the historical and cultural heritage being preserved? These and other issues were discussed during a round table at the Museum of Belarusian Book Printing.
Welcoming the guests on behalf of the leadership of the Vitebsk region, Gennady Egorov, Head of the Main Department of Ideological Work, Culture and Youth Affairs of the Regional Executive Committee, invited media representatives to visit the northern capital of Belarus as well, expressing confidence that such meetings would contribute to strengthening constructive relations between Russian and Belarusian regions.
Nikolai Shevchuk, Chairman of the Polotsk District Executive Committee, member of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of the Republic of Belarus, emphasized the important role of the media in assessing events and shaping public opinion, noting that the people of Polotsk are always open to new friendly ties. Expressing gratitude for the warm welcome on the hospitable Polotsk land, the journalists shared their impressions as they headed home.