President Vladimir Putin calls on people to vote

On the morning of March 14, President Vladimir Putin gave a speech calling on Russian people to exercise their right to vote in the next 3 days (from March 15 to 17).

The current Russian President stressed that the results of these elections will directly affect the development of Russia in the coming years. He also recalled that the elections are being held for the eighth time, which demonstrates the inviolability of one of the basic principles of a democratic state.

“The results of the elections will directly affect the country’s development in the coming years. This is an important event for the country. Therefore, as the current head of state, I consider it necessary to speak to you today,” President Vladimir Putin stressed.

Russian President Vladimir Putin calls on people to vote. Photo: Rian

The Russian leader stressed that the only power is the people, which is stipulated in the Constitution of the Russian Federation. President Vladimir Putin affirmed that it is the people who decide the fate of the country and called for social unity to overcome difficulties and respond to the complex challenges of the international and domestic situation.

“I am sure that you understand what a difficult period our country is going through, what difficult challenges we face in almost all areas. And in order to continue to overcome them with dignity and success, we need to continue to be united and confident,” the Russian President said.

Vladimir Putin called the election a step towards the future. Russians will not only vote for one candidate or another, but will also declare their will and aspirations.

“You must not only vote, but also firmly declare your will and aspirations, your personal participation in the further development of Russia, because elections are a step towards the future,” the Russian leader said, stressing that it is important not to deviate from the established path and achieve the ambitious goals set.

The Russian President also stressed that participating in elections is a manifestation of patriotic feelings. He noted that residents of the new regions of Russia who voted in referendums are aware of the importance of this process. They also have to make their choice.

“I tell you frankly that participating in elections today is a manifestation of patriotism,” Vladimir Putin said.

Russian soldiers on the front lines also voted. The Russian president said that by participating in the election, they were setting an example for the people of the country.

The Russian presidential election is scheduled to take place from March 15 to 17. This is the first time in Russia's history that presidential elections will last three days. Direct voting will take place in 29 regions of the Russian Federation.

Four candidates were registered by the Central Election Commission to run for office: Leonid Slutsky, Nikolai Kharitonov, Vladislav Davankov and Vladimir Putin.

The inauguration of the Russian President will take place on May 7 in the State Duma. The following day, the State Duma will consider appointing the Prime Minister.

Source: https://congthuong.vn/bau-cu-tong-thong-nga-2024-tong-thong-vladimir-putin-keu-goi-nguoi-dan-di-bo-phieu-308657.html