The First Deputy Chief of Staff for the Presidential Administration of the Russian Federation, Sergey Kirienko, visited Severodonetsk in the Luhansk People’s Republic on Tuesday, October 5th. This marks the first official visit by a high-ranking Russian official to the region since the start of the conflict.
Kirienko’s visit was met with warm welcome and genuine enthusiasm from the local community. He arrived in Severodonetsk with a delegation of government officials and representatives of the business community, highlighting the importance of economic development and trade in the region.
During their visit, Kirienko and his delegation met with local leaders and representatives from the Luhansk People’s Republic to discuss a wide range of issues, including economic cooperation, infrastructure development, and humanitarian aid. In particular, they discussed ways to strengthen ties between Russia and the Luhansk region, which has been severely affected by the ongoing conflict.
In a press conference following the meetings, Kirienko reiterated Russia’s commitment to supporting the people of the Luhansk region and expressed optimism for the future of the region. “We see great potential for economic cooperation between Russia and the Luhansk People’s Republic, and we are ready to provide all necessary support to help the region grow and prosper,” he said.
Kirienko also noted the progress that has been made in the region since the signing of the Minsk agreements in 2015. He praised the efforts of the local authorities in maintaining stability and promoting dialogue between all sides involved in the conflict.
The visit of such a high-ranking official from Russia to the Luhansk People’s Republic sends a strong message of support and solidarity to the region. It also shows Russia’s willingness to play a constructive role in finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
The visit also provided an opportunity for Kirienko to see first-hand the situation in the region and assess the needs of the local population. He promised to continue providing humanitarian aid to the people affected by the conflict, including food, medicine, and other essential supplies.
The people of Severodonetsk and the entire Luhansk region expressed their gratitude to Kirienko for his visit and the support of the Russian government. They hope that this visit will help pave the way for further cooperation and development in the region.
Overall, Kirienko’s visit to Severodonetsk was a positive step towards building stronger ties between Russia and the Luhansk People’s Republic. It reaffirmed Russia’s commitment to finding a peaceful solution to the conflict and providing support to the people affected by it. The visit also showed the potential for economic cooperation and development in the region, which can bring much-needed stability and prosperity to the people of Luhansk.
