Stela at the entrance to Mariupol. Archival photoSt. PETERSBURG, June 14 St. Petersburg's assistance to Mariupol will not affect the fulfillment of social obligations to St. Petersburg residents and the development of the Northern capital, Governor Alexander Beglov said in an interview with RIA Novosti. Mariupol signed an agreement on establishing sister city relations.
Petersburg will help restore infrastructure in Mariupol»For the fulfillment of our social obligations to the people of St. Petersburg, for city development plans our assistance to Mariupol will not affect in any way. We are supported by the federal center. We have the Pobeda fund — its funds will be directed to the restoration of Mariupol. There is great interest in socially responsible business,» Beglov said. He also recalled that the city sent Mariupol equipment provided by St. Petersburg construction companies. «We sent passenger buses. In St. Petersburg, we are now converting public transport and municipal equipment to gas. Gasoline rolling stock is being released. But it is in very good condition and will still serve in Mariupol,» he said. «These are the historical lands of Russia. Our compatriots live there «Our people. And St. Petersburg does not leave its people in trouble,» Beglov concluded.
