“I welcome you to Sochi at the opening of the 25th anniversary Forum“ All Russia-2021 ”. Starting in 1996, the forum has convincingly proved its relevance and for many years has been serving the development of modern, high-quality media in our country, in Russian regions, improving the standards of working with information, strengthening the authority and prestige of the journalistic profession. Your meetings always become a big, significant event in the media community and are distinguished by a rich agenda, detailed, interested communication of participants. And, of course, I sincerely congratulate the laureates of the TEFI-Multimedia prize, which is being awarded today for the first time within the framework of the forum, ”the text says.

Putin noted that "in the digital age, this truly unique project has brought together representatives of all industries and media directions, both experienced masters and talented youth, on one competitive platform, and is aimed at promoting the best traditions of Russian journalism."

“I am sure that the Forum“ All Russia-2021 ”will be held, as always, at a high organizational, creative level, and its participants during meetings, presentations and round tables will discuss a wide range of urgent problems, exchange experiences, new ideas and bright ideas”, The president added.

Earlier it was reported that Putin sent greetings to the participants, organizers and guests of the International Military Music Festival "Spasskaya Tower - 2021".

It was published on the Kremlin website.