Alexander Subbotin took part in the dialogue platform "Together for a united Belarus!"
Before the dialogue began, university students presented their projects developed over the year. One of these was the social project "Vitebsk without Borders," aimed at assisting international students from over 20 countries studying at VSU. The project includes excursions around Vitebsk in multiple languages, including English, Chinese, German, and French. The developers are confident that this will help foreigners better integrate into society and enhance their educational experience.
Alexander Subbotin supported the initiative and promised to assist in its implementation at the regional level. He also suggested considering the creation of projects dedicated to urban legends and local landmarks.
During the meeting, the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee emphasized the importance of intergenerational communication and maintaining mutual respect. He highlighted that the dialogue platform serves to support this process and to discuss current issues, such as the electoral campaign and regional development.
The Rector of the university, Valentina Bogatyreva, stressed the importance of youth active participation in public life. She noted that 2025 will be a significant year for Belarus, as the presidential election will be held then.
The first question from a young VSU employee concerned the involvement of youth in the electoral campaign. Alexander Subbotin responded that it is important today to support the political and social activity of citizens.
– It is necessary to organize various events, from business games to events like the "Unity Marathon." This will help attract people and create an active society, – he noted.
Also at the meeting, one of the students asked what qualities are necessary for a successful career in management. The head of the region advised to carefully consider this choice, as managerial work requires experience, significant effort, and dedication.
– This is a path full of difficulties, and not always rewarding. If you still decide to become a manager, it is important to develop diligence, hard work, and perseverance, – he added.
In addition, students were interested in Alexander Subbotin's hobbies, particularly his involvement in wrestling and boxing. He frankly said that he chose this sport to learn how to defend himself and his loved ones.
– In my youth, I believed that a boy should be able to stand up for himself, his family, his girlfriend, – he noted, adding that now it is more difficult for him to switch to other sports, but the choice made in his student years has stayed with him for life.
For almost two hours, the head of the region engaged in an active dialogue with the students, openly answering their questions and discussing key topics – official information channels as sources of reliable information, the most significant achievements of the Vitebsk region that he considers important for the region, and much more.