Distinguished Navy sailors and fleet veterans!
On behalf of the Government of Tatarstan and on my own behalf, I congratulate you on the Russian Navy Day. Today and at all times, the Navy is the principal force of the naval potential of our country, called to protect the interests of Russia and guarantee the security of its maritime borders. Throughout history Navy sailors have fulfilled their duty of protecting the country, won the greatest sea victories and made a huge contribution to the victory over fascism. It is glad to see young men serving in the remote regions of our country with pride in their eyes even in peacetime.
Shipbuilding enterprises also make a great contribution to the development of the Navy. Today, the Ak Bars Shipbuilding Corporation and the Gorky Shipyard in Zelenodolsk are working for the needs of the Navy and civil shipbuilding industry. This year, the Shipyard has launched two special-purpose boats of Project 21980.
Our special thanks go to the veterans who have passed the naval school of life and are actively involved in patriotic work to educate young people. Thank you for your diligent work for the might of our Motherland!
I wholeheartedly congratulate you on this holiday. I wish you happiness, strong naval health, family welfare, peaceful skies, and new successes in military service for the benefit of our country and the Russian Navy!
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Industry and Trade of Tatarstan Albert Karimov