The Mayor of Kazan on holding the BRICS summit: «The attention of the entire world will be focused on us»

The BRICS summit will be attended by representatives from 30 countries, as well as several international organizations, including the United Nations. During the staff meeting, the Mayor Ilsur Metshin expressed gratitude to the President of Russia for his confidence in Kazan to host the event and assured that preparations would continue.

«In a few days, Kazan will host a major political event – the BRICS Summit. The preparations have reached the final stages. Advanced teams and protocol services for the leaders of the participating countries visit all venues. For three days, Kazan will be the center of attention for this important political event, and the attention of the entire world will be focused on us. Countries united by the idea of a multipolar world will gather to discuss the future of the world order. The significance of these three days cannot be overstated» – said the head of the city.

The Mayor noted that thanks to events in Kazan, investment in the city's infrastructure has increased. He reminded that 18 parks and squares would be landscaped in Kazan. «There are no recurring sites among the newly renovated areas, each has its own unique history, design, and architecture. We have come a long way. Five years ago, there was a different level of implementation, but today it has reached a completely different level. This level has been appreciated by residents», – he said.

The boulevard along Serova Street has been renovated in the Moskovsky city district. In the Novo-Savinovsky district, work is being completed on the territory near Bolshoye Chaikovoye Lake. 6,500 plants have been planted in the square of the 100th anniversary of the construction industry in Tatarstan.

56 thousand trees and 41 thousand shrubs have been planted on the streets. Flower beds have been laid out on 15,000 square meters. Cable lines have been replaced on 26 kilometers, over a thousand poles and 3,700 lights have been replaced. Work has also been carried out on Bulak Bay, where the fountain complex has been renovated. Road sections, staircases, and retaining walls have been repaired. Elevators have been replaced in six crossings, as well as 52 kilometers of networks have been renewed.

The city has received 100 new buses and will soon receive 39 more cable buses. «No doubt, this is an important and necessary development for the city. This is the result of every international event and serves as an intangible legacy for the residents. It is a reflection of the city's authority, recognition, and investors' desire to invest in a developing city that hosts major international events and attracts tourists, leading to economic growth. Most importantly, it represents the pride and confidence of the city and its residents in themselves and their future», – the Mayor noted.