The “Together We Will Win” forum, which began in Moscow on August 27, is bringing together veterans of the special military operation with representatives of public institutions and civil society. In his opening message, Russian President Vladimir Putin called for stronger social guarantees for veterans.
The event’s agenda includes helping veterans acquire new skills, facilitating access to medical care and developing measures to support their rehabilitation.
Support for veterans and their families
Putin said that Russia’s support system for veterans and their families was being developed and strengthened through new initiatives. The president highlighted the contributions of the Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation and other organizations to veterans’ participation in working life and creative activities, as well as to raising younger generations.
Expressing his satisfaction with the forum’s festival format, Putin said that cultural and sporting programs had been organized for veterans, their families and children.
The Russian president wished the participants success in their work and expressed hope that the plans agreed upon would be implemented.