This was reported on the website of the Russian government.

“You tirelessly care about strengthening traditional spiritual and moral values, affirm the ideals of mercy, compassion and love for your neighbor, direct your efforts to enlightenment and charity.

Under your leadership, shrines are being restored and churches are being built - this is very valuable for people and arouses the most sincere respect, "Mishustin said, addressing Patriarch Kirill.

It is noted that the prime minister congratulated Patriarch Kirill on his 75th birthday and wished him good health.

Earlier it was reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on awarding Patriarch Kirill with the Order of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called for his contribution to the preservation of spiritual and cultural traditions.