On November 8, the Russian Embassy in Singapore hosted a festive evening organized jointly with the Russian House dedicated to the Year of Family, Love and Fidelity and National Unity Day.
With the blessing of the Patriarchal Exarch of Southeast Asia, Metropolitan Sergius of Singapore and Southeast Asia, Bishop Pitirim of Jakarta, Vicar of the Diocese of Singapore, took part in the event.
Nikolay Kudashev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Singapore, and Bishop Pitirim of Jakarta spoke at the opening ceremony of the festive evening. In their speeches, they stressed the special importance of the family and the preservation of family values in the dynamic rhythm of modern life, the telegram channel of the Patriarchal Exarchate of Southeast Asia reports.
As part of the evening's program, the Surin family was awarded the medal "For Love and Loyalty", awarded for the longevity of their life together, which serves as an example of strong and harmonious relations. Alexey and Olga are long-time parishioners of the Assumption Parish in Singapore.
A screening of Natalia Kadyrova's documentary about wedding traditions in Russia was organized. The guests also had the opportunity to taste traditional Russian cuisine.