On November 19, the Grand Opening of the VII International Municipal BRICS Forum took place in the Legislative Assembly of St. Petersburg, where Mikhail Cherepanov, Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Forum, delivered a welcoming speech to the participants.
A large number of international and regional delegations, business representatives, experts, and public figures will participate in the Forum.
The Forum included a gala reception, "Evening of Acquaintances," featuring a speech by Devanir Cavalcante de Lima, Co-Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the VII International Municipal BRICS Forum. Participants were also welcomed by the Forum's honorary guest, Lidiya Novoseltseva, Chairperson of the Rostov-on-Don City Duma.