Matvienko proposed to expand the list of non-working days

Matvienko proposed to make the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Russia and Belarus a day off

Speaker of the Federation Council Matvienko believes that the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Russia and Belarus should be tenderly made not only a day off, but also a non-working day in both countries. According to Kosachev, this is possible from 2023. The holiday is celebrated on April 2

The Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia, which is celebrated on April 2, could become non-working in the two countries, said Federation Council Chairman Valentina Matvienko.

In 2022, this day fell on Saturday, however, according to the speaker of the Federation Council, it “worthy to take a place in the calendar, not only as a holiday, but also as a non-working day.” “After all, our citizens really have something to celebrate,” wrote She’s on Telegram.

According to Matvienko, the Day of Unity of Peoples can be put on a par with the Day of Russia (June 12) and National Unity Day (November 4). “Now we especially appreciate that next to us is not just a partner, but a reliable friend who you can always rely on,” she added.

Deputy Speaker of the Federation Council Konstantin Kosachev expressed confidence that Matvienko’s idea “will find a response from both sides.” “Therefore, I personally – for its speedy implementation, why not already next year?” – he said “RIA News”.