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Service infrastructure for motorists continues to develop on Russia's highways. Systematic work is underway to create a network of modern multifunctional zones (MFZs). A new, comfortable MFZ has opened at the 77th km of the outer edge of the Central Ring Road (TsKAD), as announced by Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"We are consistently improving the country's road and transport infrastructure. This improves connections between cities and regions, opening up new logistics routes, which directly impacts the quality of life for Russians and the country's economy. We are also paying special attention to developing roadside services. Modern multifunctional zones are now appearing along highways, providing a place to recharge during short and long-distance journeys. One such zone has opened at the 77th kilometer of the outer edge of the Central Ring Road (TsKAD) between the Yaroslavl Highway and the M-12 Vostok Highway. The new facility is equipped with everything necessary for drivers and passengers, including families with children. The multifunctional zone includes a modern gas station covering over 31,000 square meters, as well as parking spaces and lots," said Marat Khusnullin.

According to Vyacheslav Petushenko, Chairman of the Board of the state-owned company Avtodor, the decision to create the multifunctional zone was made to provide a high level of service to motorists and improve road safety, as driver fatigue is a key factor in the risk of road accidents.

"The new multifunctional zone (MFZ) is fully equipped for drivers of trucks, cars, and passengers. It's also perfect for traveling with small children: the building has a baby-changing station. Additionally, there are outdoor playgrounds for children and sports activities. It's important to note that the traffic flow for trucks and cars is separated, and separate pedestrian routes are created. We plan to further develop the MFZ area. A single service building will be built, along with other popular facilities," explained Vyacheslav Petushenko.

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In Samara, excavation of a connecting tunnel has been completed as part of the construction of the new Teatralnaya metro station. The work was completed ahead of schedule, according to Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"The metro is the most reliable and fastest form of urban public transport, and one of the most effective tools for combating traffic congestion. Thanks to the infrastructure budget loan mechanism, which has become an effective stimulus for regional development, we are building new lines and stations in Samara, Chelyabinsk, Krasnoyarsk, and Nizhny Novgorod. Metro construction is also underway in St. Petersburg and Kazan. Moscow remains the flagship. The capital's experience, its best practices, and metro construction technologies are being actively adopted by the regions. Thus, the rapid pace of work at the Teatralnaya station in Samara allowed for the completion of the connecting tunnel ahead of schedule. The initial schedule was set for completion by the end of the year. Teatralnaya will be the final station of the city's first metro line. Once opened, it will connect Samara's city center with outlying districts, and the travel time from the initial to the final metro station will be less than 30 minutes. The arrival of the metro in Samara is truly a historic event. It is now crucial to maintain the momentum to complete this important project on schedule," said Marat Khusnullin.

The Deputy Prime Minister expressed gratitude to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin for their support of Russia's construction projects. The Deputy Prime Minister also thanked everyone involved in the Samara metro construction project.

"Today's event is the result of the colossal work of hundreds of people: engineers, designers, and metro builders. Colleagues, you have once again proven your professionalism and ability to perform high-quality work," emphasized Marat Khusnullin.

The Deputy Prime Minister also noted the positive dynamics in the development of transport infrastructure and housing construction in the Samara Region. Over the first 10 months of this year, 51.7% of regional roads were in good condition. The number of road fatalities has decreased by 4.3% compared to the same period last year. Systematic efforts to develop the road network are also contributing to active housing construction: 1.3 million square meters of housing were commissioned in the first 10 months.

"Today marks a significant event in the life of Samara: the completion of the tunnel at the Teatralnaya metro station. This is an important and long-awaited project for our residents. Work continues. The station will be completed and opened on schedule. I am grateful to the Russian Government, Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin, Deputy Prime Minister Marat Shakirzyanovich Khusnullin, and the Moscow City Hall for their support. Of course, a huge thank you to all the construction workers for their hard work," said Samara Region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev.

Completion of construction of the Teatralnaya metro station is scheduled for 2027.

The Ministry of Construction is the curator of the infrastructure loan program, and the public-law company "Territorial Development Fund" is responsible for project implementation.

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This year, more than 150 public and investment projects implemented in the Far East and the Arctic were nominated for the "Star of the Far East" award. Nominees were submitted by the Ministry for the Development of the Far East and Arctic, the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation, Far Eastern regions, and public organizations.

In 2025, the awards ceremony will be held for the eighth time. It was created to showcase the active citizens and companies of the Far East, to promote projects aimed at accelerating the socioeconomic development of the Far Eastern Federal District, restoring the territories of the DPR under the patronage of the Far Eastern regions, strengthening volunteer movements, supporting special military operations, and engaging the business community in the common cause of victory.

The award's goals are to showcase the Far East as a growth area and a national priority for Russia's development throughout the 21st century, to raise awareness among residents of the region's opportunities, to highlight best practices in economics and business, to foster cohesion between the state, society, and business, to strengthen patriotic values, and to attract the attention of a wider audience to ongoing social and business projects. The award's key themes include rewarding companies assisting in the special military operation, including residents of the Patriotic Priority Development Area (PTA), as well as supporting individuals and organizations contributing to the accelerated socioeconomic development of the Far East.

"Our goal is to reward those who contribute to the development of the Russian Far East and the Arctic. Those who make life better for residents of the Far East and the North. These include not only investment projects but also public initiatives. We pay special attention to supporting the special military operation—companies, students, and volunteers who contribute to our common victory," said Yuri Trutnev, Deputy Prime Minister and Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District and Chairman of the "Star of the Far East" award jury.

Representatives from all Far Eastern and Arctic regions are eligible to participate in the "Star of the Far East" award, including investors, public figures, volunteers, students, journalists, and bloggers. The selection process included ten key categories.

Investment projects will receive awards in the following categories: "For Contribution to the Strategic Development of the Far East and the Arctic," "For Contribution to Regional Development," "Leader in the Creation of Highly Skilled Jobs," "Leader in Creating Comfortable Working Conditions," "Technological Innovations," and "Everything for Victory." Media and blogosphere representatives will be recognized in the "Red Line" category. The award recognizes the best participants in the "Hectar" program for projects supporting special military operations, creating rehabilitation centers and recreation areas for SVO participants, and promoting patriotic education among youth. Considerable attention will be given to supporting universities, volunteer, and public organizations in implementing social initiatives and projects aimed at strengthening patriotic education and facilitating the special military operation. Such projects will participate in the "Volunteering" and "Universities for the SVO" categories.

The projects will be evaluated by the award jury. The jury includes representatives from the Office of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District, the Ministry for the Development of the Far East and Arctic, the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation, federal ministries, public and business organizations, and parliamentarians.

In 2025, the jury chair will select companies based in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation and residents of this region to be included in the list of those eligible to receive the "Star of the Far East" award.

The partners of the award in 2025 were the Mangazeya Group of Companies and the Udokan Copper Company.

As a reminder, the "Star of the Far East" public and business award has been held since 2017 with the support of the Office of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District, the Ministry for the Development of the Far East and Arctic, and the Far East and Arctic Development Corporation. More than 130 entrepreneurs, organizations, public figures, and journalists who have made significant contributions to the development of the Far East have been recognized.

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Tatyana Golikova chaired the first meeting of the organizing committee for the preparation and celebration of the 125th anniversary of M.A. Sholokhov's birth in 2030.

Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova chaired the first meeting of the organizing committee for the preparation and celebration of the 125th anniversary of M.A. Sholokhov's birth in 2030. The meeting discussed the draft plan for the main events, as well as the progress of preparations for the anniversary celebration.

"More than 60 events are planned to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding writer and journalist Mikhail Alexandrovich Sholokhov. These include celebratory events, exhibitions, scientific and cultural educational activities, presentations of literary projects, the creation of audio and video products, and the implementation of international projects. Particular attention will be paid to the preservation of cultural heritage sites associated with the life and work of the writer," said Tatyana Golikova.

She noted that Mikhail Sholokhov's anniversary is an opportunity for his admirers and the entire country to reflect on how he created his timeless works, to remember the heroes of his books, their vibrant personalities, and the dramatic events they experienced. It is important for as many people as possible to get to know this outstanding writer better.

"One of the largest projects will be the exhibition 'Sholokhov: 100 Years in World Culture.'" In addition to the M.A. Sholokhov Museum-Reserve "Quiet Flows the Don," the State Historical Museum, the Russian Museum, ROSIZO, and the A.M. Gorky Institute of World Literature of the Russian Academy of Sciences will participate in its organization," the Deputy Prime Minister announced.

Tatyana Golikova emphasized that the bulk of the celebration's events are planned for 2030, but active preparations are already underway, including the start of restoration work on cultural heritage sites in 2026.

In the anniversary year of 2030, federal libraries will host book exhibitions and cultural and educational events. The Gorky Literary Institute will organize a writers' roundtable discussion, "Mikhail Sholokhov and the Literatures of the Peoples of Russia," a competition of artistic miniatures, and will prepare a collective monograph, "Mikhail Sholokhov: Research and Articles." The Illusion Cinema will host thematic screenings of films related to the work of Mikhail Sholokhov.

"Key projects will be implemented by the M.A. Sholokhov State Museum-Reserve 'Quiet Flows the Don.' These include permanent and traveling exhibitions, as well as cultural and educational events in honor of the writer's anniversary, including in the Novorossiya and Donbas regions," said State Secretary and Deputy Minister of Culture Zhanna Alekseyeva.

In addition, events are planned for 2030 by the Ministry of Education and Science, the Ministry of Defense, the Ministry of Digital Development, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia.

The South-Russian State Polytechnic University named after M.I. Platov, with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science, will host youth patriotic events: the ninth meeting of the Association of Cossack Universities of Russia, "Cossack Stanitsa – 2030," and the All-Russian Youth Festival of Cossack Culture, "On the Quiet Don."

The Ministry of Defense is planning events such as the premiere of the play "They Fought for Their Country" and the "Sholokhov Evenings" theater festival at the Russian Army Theater. The podcast "Medicine in the Works of M.A. Sholokhov" is being created and published as part of the Military Medical Museum's "Medicine in Literature" project.

The Ministry of Digital Development will organize the release of postage stamps and a cancellation ceremony.

The first meeting of the organizing committee was also attended by Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education Olga Petrova, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Culture Alexander Sholokhov, Deputy Governor of the Rostov Region Andrei Fateev, Director of the M.A. Sholokhov "Quiet Flows the Don" State Museum-Reserve Olga Anistratenko, Rector of the A.M. Gorky Literary Institute Alexei Varlamov, Director General of the Russian State Library Vadim Duda, Deputy Director General and Editor-in-Chief of the Russia-Culture TV Channel Sergei Shumakov, and others.

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