The message reads, in part:
"Your forum comprising scientists, artists and educators, as well as representatives from state institutions, from various countries is being held prior to celebrating Pyotr Stolypin's 150th birthday.
"The significance and scale of this brilliant and talented person and historical figure far transcends the boundaries of one era. Today, we pay tribute to his contribution to making the state stronger and facilitating societal development, his high sense of civil responsibility and his sincere concern for the destiny of the country. The experience of Stolypin's reforms and transformations is in high demand whenever efforts are made to facilitate economic modernisation, to improve social life and to raise popular well-being. Such experience is equally important for Russia, Ukraine and many other countries.
"I am confident that the upcoming conference will be interesting and informative, and that it will help to preserve and popularise Stolypin's unique political, ideological and creative heritage."