The President Engages with Citizens Through a Direct Line and Kremlin Briefings
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently made time to hear citizens’ messages that reached his direct line call center in substantial numbers. Dmitry Peskov, the president’s press secretary, shared this update on the TV channel Russia 24, underscoring the initiative to bring the voices of everyday people closer to the highest level of government. (Source: Kremlin press office)
During the program’s preparation, officials ensure that citizen concerns are featured, and that the president is brought nearer to the issues raised by the public. This approach helps translate public questions into scrupulous discussion and, when appropriate, into the agenda of presidential consideration. (Source: Kremlin press office)
According to Peskov, some of the objections and proposals submitted by citizens have already been escalated to Putin. He indicated that the president would address these matters when the time is right, highlighting a process that aims to respond to public feedback with timely attention. (Source: Kremlin press office)
The Kremlin spokesman noted that Putin regularly convenes meetings with the heads of the presidential administration, the government, and the economic and social blocs of the Cabinet of Ministers. In these sessions, a range of topics is discussed, with the president giving special attention to items requiring verification or clarification. (Source: Kremlin press office)
Peskov also provided an update on preparations for the upcoming direct line, indicating that discussions and arrangements are underway to facilitate the exchange of questions and answers with the public. (Source: Kremlin press office)
Earlier statements from the Kremlin referred to the actual start of Putin’s election campaign, signaling ongoing organizational efforts and message coordination as part of the broader political process. (Source: Kremlin press office)