Mintimer Shaimiev takes part in a solemn event dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Tatarstan

On October 27,  at the Saydashev State Big Concert Hall in Kazan, Tatarstan State Counsellor Mintimer Shaimiev and Chairman of the regional State Council Farid Mukhametshin, Prime Minister of the republic took part in a solemn event dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Tatarstan. 

Speaking at the event, Minnikhanov stressed that forming the backbone of the regional statehood, the Constitution of Tatarstan facilitates the preservation and development of historical, national and spiritual traditions, cultures and languages, ensuring civil peace and inter-ethnic concord. Moreover, the constitutional law creates conditions for strengthening democracy, socio-economic development of the republic, preserving the historically formed unity of the peoples of the Russian Federation based on the principles of federalism.

Minnikhanov pointed out that amendments are made to the constitution taking into account new challenges and social development. But at the same time, the fundamental principles of the regional constitution remain unchanged.

"Not only authorities, but all citizens of Tatarstan and civil society institutions should know, respect and follow the Constitution. This is the guarantee of the development and prosperity of our native republic and our entire Fatherland," Minnikhanov summed up.