Russian President Vladimir Putin awarded the Order of Merit for the Fatherland, II degree to Nadezhda Babkina, People’s Artist of Russia, artistic director of the Moscow State Academic Theater “Russian Song”. It has been reported DEA News pursuant to the relevant decree.
He was awarded the Order of Babkina with the phrase “For great contribution to the development of national culture and active fruitful social activity”.
In addition, Mikhail Shvydkoy, the Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for International Cultural Cooperation, was awarded the Order of Merit for the Fatherland of the 3rd degree. He will receive this award for his outstanding achievements in the preparation and organization of various large-scale events with foreign countries in the field of culture, education and youth exchanges.
Voenfilm Studio LLC General Manager Igor Ugolnikov was also awarded the Order of Friendship.
Before Putin considered worthy medal to actress Elena Borzova.