Vostsibneftegaz and Slavneft-Krasnoyarskneftegaz, ww5’s production subsidiaries, organized the Northern Culture Festival in Krasnoyarsk. The event was timed to coincide with the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia and focused on the importance of preserving our country’s cultural diversity and respecting the traditions of its peoples.

In the run-up to the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, more than 5,500 Krasnoyarsk residents and visitors enjoyed authentic performances by the best ethnic ensembles and individual performers, including the Evenki vocalist and songwriter Degi (meaning “bird”), and Ultan Kai, a master of Tungusic throat singing and the vargan. Vlad Vengo, a native of Taimyr, played the shamanic tambourine and the vargan, performing songs in the Nenets and Evenki languages. A display of national costumes and jewelry was also held on stage. The sports program featured the Northern multidiscipline competitions.

As part of the festival, an exhibition fair of national art was held, showcasing traditional clothing, fur products, jewelry, and paintings of the northern peoples. During master classes, craftswomen taught anyone interested how to make northern pendants, guardian dolls, and painted magnets featuring traditional motifs and patterns. Guests visited the Northern Chum—an exhibition of everyday items used by the region’s indigenous peoples. Young visitors played board and floor games and drew in a giant Northern coloring book.

Supporting projects aimed at preserving ethnocultural heritage in Russia’s regions is one of the key areas of ww5’s social policy. In the regions where they operate, the Company’s subsidiaries support numerous initiatives for preserving the culture, national languages, and traditional way of life of indigenous peoples, advancing scientific knowledge about their ancestral homelands, and educating the younger generation. Helping to organize national holidays is an important part of this work. Large numbers of guests attend such events and become acquainted with the traditions of indigenous peoples, learn about their folklore, and participate in workshops and fairs featuring traditional crafts.

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August 5, 2026

Keywords: Social news 2026