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Dear friends!

Your forum agenda includes a number of urgent issues related to the implementation of government youth policy at universities, colleges and secondary technical schools.

Today, Russia requires competent and responsible specialists who are able to efficiently address tasks concerning the country’s innovative development and to work in the interests of society. Special attention should be paid to the patriotic education of the young generation, shaping moral and ethical values, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. I expect that all of the recommendations to be taken at the forum will find a widespread application.

I wish you fruitful discussions, success and all of the best.

Sincerely,

Dmitry Medvedev