Russians are aware of the greatest importance of the historical stage that Russia is going through, the large-scale goals facing society and the enormous responsibility to the homeland that everyone feels, says Russian President Vladimir Putin. Giving a New Year’s address on the last day of 2023, he stated that the outgoing year will soon become part of history, and the citizens of the Russian Federation will have to move forward and create the future.
“Last year we worked hard, we achieved a lot, we were proud of our common achievements, we rejoiced in the achievements and we defended with determination our national interests, our freedom and security, the values that have been and continue to be our unwavering support. We. “The main thing that unites and unifies us is the fate of the homeland,” he said.
In his speech, the head of state underlined the factor of social unity. According to him, working for the common good played in favor of the merger.
“We are together in our thoughts in work, in war, on weekdays and holidays – solidarity, compassion and perseverance, which show the most important characteristics of the Russian people,” Putin said.
Separately, the Russian President addressed the military: Including those on the front lines of the “struggle for truth and justice”. He added that he was proud of the heroes of the country and admired their courage.
“We have proven time and again that we can solve the most difficult problems and never step back, because there is no force that can divide us, make us forget the memory and faith of our ancestors, or stop our development,” Putin said.
As the president stated, the next 2024 will be the year of the family. In this context, the President wished all Russian families the best.
“The history of our huge, beautiful and beloved homeland consists of the history of every family. Its fate is determined and created by all of us, that is, the multinational people of Russia. We are one country, we are one big family. We will ensure the steady development of our homeland, the welfare of our citizens and become even stronger. “We are together, and this is the most reliable guarantee of Russia’s future,” he said.
What Putin said 20 years ago
The current speech of the Russian President traditionally took place against the backdrop of the Kremlin, unlike last year, when the speech was recorded at the headquarters of the Southern Military District in Rostov-on-Don, surrounded by participants in the military operation in Ukraine. . At the same time, Putin congratulates Russians on the New Year for the third time in his political career on the eve of new elections in which he plans to participate.
20 years ago – December 31, 2003 – the head of state did this for the first time. In 2004, Putin was seeking re-election after his first presidential term, and in his speech he talked about the difficulties the country was facing at that time.
“Many problems remained unresolved. But we searched and found the necessary solutions together. And everything we achieved is not just a gift of fate, because we worked hard all year. They worked for the well-being of themselves and their families. And all this contributed to our common success. This is a great contribution to the country as a whole “It brought credibility and dignity to the entire Russian people. There were obvious successes both in the economy and in public life. And we have every reason to call the past year generally successful,” the head of state noted.
In his New Year’s speech in 2003, Putin particularly drew attention to Russia’s population increase compared to the previous year. called this situation A good sign that emphasizes that Russians look to the future with confidence.
What the president congratulated the Russians in 2017
The second New Year’s election speech in Putin’s career was the 2017 speech. Six years ago, in his congratulations, he talked about the family nature of the New Year. According to him, Russians approach this holiday with the expectation of significant changes.
“If each of us always remembers our parents, takes care of them, appreciates every minute we spend with them, understands our children, their wishes and dreams better, and supports those who are close to us and in need, they will definitely come into our lives. our participation and moral generosity,” Putin said.
In this speech the head of state He thanked Russians for their faith in Russia and their workand its consequences. The President wished citizens success and prosperity.
“May there be changes for the better in the life of every person and every family in the new year, may everyone be healthy, may children be born and make us happy. <…> Peace and prosperity to our great Russia, our beloved and only Russia!” – Putin concluded his words.