Minnikhanov: there are certain achievements in terms of tourist flows and educational programs between Abkhazia and Tatarstan

Sukhum. July 24. Apsnypress. Acting President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov noted that the interaction at the regional level will contribute to the strengthening of relations between Russia and Abkhazia. 

"We know that today you put great challenges to revive the economy of Abkhazia. We also passed this way, we have some experience that could be useful ",- he added. Minnikhanov said that although the level of trade and economic cooperation between Abkhazia and Tatarstan is not very high, there is some progress in terms of tourist flows and educational programs. The parties discussed strategic directions in which to interact, and determined that in the near future will be created several working groups, in particular, on the development of agriculture, tourism and construction. 

Raul Khadjimba recalled important basis of relations between the republics, signed agreement  in 1994 and noted that today's visit creates opportunities for their further deepening. "Recently, you held very substantive talks during the visit of our Prime Minister Arthur Mikvabia, and all that has been agreed must be continued, I mean the real economic relations", - said Khadjimba. 

The President outlined as the main areas of cooperation tourist activity, agriculture and hydropower industry. The sides agreed to prepare for signing the protocol of intentions between Abkhazia and Tatarstan. 

Enlarged negotiations were attended by head of the Presidential Administration Astamur Taniya, vice-premier Dmitry Serikov, Advisor to the President Amiran Lagvilava, chairman of the State Council Farid Mukhametshin, Deputy Prime Minister of Tatarstan - Minister of Industry and Trade Ravil Zaripov, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Agriculture and Food Marat Akhmetov, Assistant to the President of Tatarstan Radik Gimatdinov and State Duma Deputy Fatih Sibagatullin.