MAKHACHKALA, September 16 – RIA Dagestan. Valentina Matviyenko, Chairwoman of the Federation Council of the Russian Federal Assembly, has recently held a working meeting with Acting Head of Dagestan Fedor Shchukin. The speaker of the upper chamber noted that his appointment occurred during a highly challenging period for the republic, as massive flooding had inflicted severe damage on local infrastructure, social facilities and residential properties.
Commending Shchukin’s proactive approach, Matviyenko highlighted that administrative team remained strictly focused on the comprehensive restoration of these critical community assets. She specifically praised the commissioning of two new schools in mountain villages to replace destroyed ones, as well as the ongoing efforts to help citizens rebuild and the issuance of housing certificates for those who lost their homes entirely.
The Federation Council Chairwoman attributed Shchukin’s ability to deeply comprehend the region's economic and social complexities to his extensive experience leading the Supreme Court of Dagestan. She also recognized his proactive approach to governance, specifically his ongoing engagement with the public and his successful alignment with federal governmental bodies. Emphasizing the weight of his rapid rise in public approval, Matviyenko advised the acting head that this profound citizen trust must be substantiated every day through relentless and effective work. In closing, she pledged the full backing of the Federation Council, assuring him that the chamber of regions will provide all necessary assistance to implement strategies aimed at overcoming the chellenges.
Expressing gratitude for the federal leadership's unwavering support, Shchukin noted the symbolic timing of their meeting on the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Dagestan. He acknowledged the crucial assistance of Federation Council senators in passing legislative amendments that expand social protections for citizens, including participants in the special military operation.
Outlining his strategic objectives, the governor emphasized the need to accelerate federal programs, leverage internal reserves and prioritize youth policy, education and the employment of young specialists. Valentina Matviyenko fully endorsed these regional priorities, stressing the vital importance of retaining young talent in the republic and expressing strong confidence that his leadership would yield positive results.