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The treaty on the establishment of the International Organization for the Russian Language was signed at the summit of the CIS heads of state, writes Vecherniy Bishkek.
CIS Secretary General Sergey Lebedev clarified that the organization is international and non-commercial, focusing on promoting Russian as a language for interethnic communication. It aims to support Russian language studies, strengthen collaboration with public organizations in member countries, and expand the scientific and pedagogical foundation for Russian language education. The organization will also assist in translating literary works and provide educational resources.
The initiative for this organization emerged a year ago. It was proposed by the President of Kazakhstan, Kasym-Jomart Tokayev.
The organization's highest body will be a ministerial conference comprising representatives from relevant ministries of participating countries. While its primary focus is on CIS countries, other nations can obtain observer status. The headquarters will be based in Sochi.
The organization's activities are expected to foster closer ties, cultural enrichment, and friendship among states. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his approval, expressing hope for its prompt commencement.
Russkiy Mir
