On December 9-10, Belgrade hosted the XVI Regional Conference of Russian compatriots from European Countries “Historical memory, Russian language and Culture- the foundations of Identity of the Russian Diaspora in Europe “
Radion Pukhaev, Plenipotentiary Representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of South Ossetia in the Benelux countries, was Chairman and moderator of the conference, as the Chairman of the Russian Book Union of Europe.
Heads of coordination councils of Russian compatriots from more than 20 countries, Russian diplomats, MPs and public figures as well as representatives of Serbian authorities gathered at the meeting.
Representatives of compatriots from European countries made reports on the results of their activities, spoke about the problems they face and shared their ideas. Discussions were held on the protection of the rights and legitimate interests of compatriots in modern conditions as well as on a number of relevant problems.
The participants of the conference laid wreaths and flowers to the Eternal Flame at the Belgrade Liberators Memorial.
A resolution was adopted at the end of the conference.
December 11, Tskhinval 2023