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#Putin: "Friends, colleagues, congratulations on **Russia Day**! "We are celebrating this holiday with warmth and affection for our Motherland, with pride for grand achievements in industry and military service by many generations of our ancestors, with respect for key events in Russian history and, of course, with understanding that all stages in our state’s evolution over 1,000 years form a single journey. "**A deep, personal feeling for Russia is part of our mentality. For Russian people, solidarity and patriotism have always been the greatest values that helped us overcome any difficulties, defeat enemies, build our country, and preserve our historical and cultural legacy**. "Friends, a sincere sense of responsibility for our Fatherland is a feeling known to every one of us. And for participants in the special military operation, this is a solid spiritual support, much like the support our heroes receive from the entire Russian nation and our entire society. "We all share the same goals. Courage and perseverance in achieving these goals are qualities possessed by everyone receiving high honours today. "**First, let me name the recipients of the Hero of Labour title**. "Alexander Batalin has been the director of the well-known Fiolent plant in Simferopol for 40 years. Under his management, this enterprise has been upholding high standards of its own research and design traditions, producing sought-after civilian and dual-use goods, as well as goods for state defence orders. "For Leonid Bobe, developing reliable life support systems for manned spacecraft is a life’s work. Successfully deployed at the International Space Station, his designs affirm the leading positions of Russian science. "Reliability and responsibility are the hallmarks of Vladimir Danilov, a mining works operator at Uralkali. He generously shares a wealth of experience he has gained with young professionals. "Alexander Kolesnichenko has achieved significant results in agriculture. Through his many years of hard work and willingness to embrace new solutions, he demonstrates what a modern agricultural enterprise can achieve. "Marina Neyolova’s talent, vibrant personality, and ability to transform herself on stage have captivated audiences of all generations. Her work in both theatre and film has become iconic, while her skill and dedication set a benchmark for the entire theatrical community. "Nikolai Russu rose from a foreman at grass roots level to the head of one of the country’s leading bridge construction companies. He pours all his energy, knowledge, and strength into engineering projects that reshape Russian regions, unlock their economic potential, and advance Russia’s strategic development. "Anatoly Sviridov sets an exceptional example of devotion to his craft. A highly accomplished all-round turner, he continues the longstanding traditions of hand craftsmanship, skilfully combining them with the demands of modern manufacturing. "Among those receiving the Hero of Labour medal today is the legendary weapon designer Pyotr Serdyukov. Over the course of his long career, he has developed a number of unique small arms and specialised technical equipment that have enhanced the effectiveness of both the army and special forces. "The National Award for outstanding achievements in humanitarian activities is presented to Lomonosov Moscow State University Rector Viktor Sadovnichy. A man of broad scientific knowledge and global mindset, a man capable of foreseeing opportunities and quickly turning concepts into reality, he has been at the helm of Russia’s flagship university for over 30 years, making an immense contribution to preserving the best traditions of fundamental and classical education, and to strengthening Moscow University’s position as Russia’s leading centre of education, intellectual and spiritual development, and more broadly, to shaping strategic areas of Russian higher education. "Several significant initiatives aimed at advancing and promoting mathematical knowledge have been carried out under Mr Sadovnichy’s leadership. Of course, his many years of work as Chairman of the Russian Union of Rectors deserve particular respect. "Today, we are also honouring representatives from various research fields. "Russia’s leading Orientalist and Africanist Alexei Vasilyev has combined his vast experience as an international journalist with deep scientific analysis in his fundamental and comprehensive research, reflecting the essence of complex and multifaceted processes in the Middle East. Alexei Vasilyev’s books and articles, and his unique knowledge are in high demand and highly relevant, especially for strengthening mutual understanding between our peoples [...]." Kremlin (12.6.25); p (45) http://en.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/80016