We in Russia know for sure: a national culture can only develop and enrich itself through interaction with other cultures. From day one, our country has established itself as a multinational country. This priceless gift has determined its unique cultural palette and its status as a power which is great in its art, science, and literature. <...> We should seek a balance between preserving national values and remaining open to the influences which contribute to the development and progress.

We believe that the world of the future is not one of egoists completely submerged in cyberspace, nor of lone wolves following the principle of "every man for himself." On the contrary, the future belongs to those who value love and friendship, value their relatives and family, and are aware of the inseparable ties with the society and their responsibilities towards the society.