Rustam Minnikhanov takes part in cultural and charitable project “Ramadan Tent” in Moscow
25 July 2014, Friday
Yesterday, on July 24, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov took part in the annual cultural and charitable project “Ramadan Tent” in Moscow.
The event is organized by the Russian Muftis Council and held annually. The Days of the national republics and friendly Muslim countries were held at the Tent within several days. The yesterday’s evening was dedicated to Tatarstan.
Chairman of the Russian Muftis Council Sheikh Ravil Gainutdin opened the event. Welcoming the audience, Rustam Minnikhanov said that it has become a good tradition to gather in Moscow to share the evening meal Iftar. "It is very important or that not only Muslims but also our close friends have come here today. I am pleased to welcome you. I want to thank each of you for being here today with us," he said.
Tatarstan President stressed that the event is important not only for Muslims and Tatars, but for all the peoples of Russia, living peacefully together. "Our country is rich, it is multiethnic and multi-confessional. We live in peace and harmony. And today's holiday shows our tolerance, " Minnikhanov noted.
Following the prayer, the participants were shown an entertainment programme .
Tatarstan President's Press Office, Elena Britvina
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