Tatarstan President meets with representatives of children editorial board of Yalkyn magazine

On April 29, at their meeting at the Kazan Kremlin, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov and representatives of the children editorial board and editor-in-chief of Yalkyn magazine Yulduz Minullina discussed issued of the magazine development.

Welcoming the guests, Rustam Minnikhanov congratulated the Yalkyn magazine on its 90-year anniversary. According to Tatarstan President, the magazine gave young journalists a great opportunity to gain experience from professionals in the field.

Speaking about the magazine’s website that was recently launched, Rustam Minnikhanov suggested creating the Russian and English versions of the website in addition to the Tatar one. The magazine should keep pace with the times and its readers.

Yulduz Minullin said that the magazine is constantly working with children. In particular, the school of journalism and school of literature were established, the project "Tutor" is underway. Many lessons and trainings are conducted online at the magazine's website.

Addressing Chief Executive of "Tatmedia" Irek Minnahmetov, who also took part in the meeting, Tatarstan President stressed that the experience of engaging young journalists could be used by other publications.

Summarizing the meeting, Rustam Minnikhanov promised to give all-round support and wished the magazine’s staff creative success.