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The President of Russia Vladimir Putin congratulated the residents of Stavropol with the 240-th anniversary of its Foundation and called the main task facing the city, among them — increase of investment attractiveness of new and modern jobs.
According to Putin, for many years, Stavropol has provided reliable protection of the southern borders of the country, “was one of the mainstays of the Cossacks, the centuries-old traditions which is treated with special respect.” Also, the city served as the major commercial, industrial and cultural center of southern Russia, noted the President.
“Today, the city is facing serious demand problem. Chief among them — increase of investment attractiveness, creation of jobs, increase housing, improving social, transport infrastructure, growth of welfare of people. I am convinced that their solution will give a good impetus to the development of Stavropol, will allow to increase the potential of your countrymen,” — said in a telegram published on the Kremlin website.