Rustam Minnikhanov meets President of the Association of National Olympic Committees Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al Sabah

On July 22, at his meeting with President of the Association of National Olympic Committees Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al Sabah at the Kazan Kremlin, Interim President of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov said that the meeting was held on the threshold of FINA World championship in Kazan.

He noted that such large-scale events increase attractiveness of Tatarstan in the world and help to improve its infrastructure. Minnikhanov told about big projects implemented in the republic, revival of Bolgar and Sviyazhsk, the religious sacred places. Also, he thanked the Sheikh for his attention and kind attitude towards Tatarstan.

Rustam Minnikhanov reminded that in accordance with the order of the Russian President Vladimir Putin he headed Russia-Islamic World Strategic Vision Group. He expressed his hope that the visit of Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al Sabah to Kazan would strengthen these relations.

Ahmad Al-Fahad Al Sabah highly estimated the level of relations with Tatarstan and noted that sport is very important in many spheres of life. He added that he will render all necessary assistance in holding 16th FINA World Championship in Kazan.

Deputy Prime Minister of the republic Vasil Shaikhraziev, Aide to Tatarstan President Radik Gimatdinov and Minister of Youth Affairs and Sport Vladimir Leonov took part in the meeting.