SEESRPSKA BRINGS THE ATMOSPHERE OF YOUTH FESTIVAL IN SOCHI

Hundreds of thousands of young individuals from 190 countries gather at the Youth Festival in Sochi, breaking barriers and embracing unity amidst diversity.

PHOTO: ALEKSANDAR STOJANOVIĆ

PHOTO: ALEKSANDAR STOJANOVIĆ

PHOTO: Aleksandar Stojanović

Among the participants is Aleksandar Stojanović, a journalist from the Banja Luka-based portal BLnet, representing SeeSrpska. He expressed his enjoyment of being part of this global hub of youthful enthusiasm, where people and languages unite in awe of the city that hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics.

- Russia has truly honored Republika Srpska, as despite hailing from a small community, our delegation is one of the largest. Prior to arrival, I presumed that Western sentiments towards Russia might result in predominantly Asian, African, and South American nations attending. However, participants from 180 countries are present, including those from Western nations. The scene at the opening ceremony was incredible, with participants draped in flags of Germany, Russia, Spain, the UK, China, and others, standing embraced and chanting 'Russia!' The whole world echoes 'Russia.' So, this festival is undoubtedly a significant triumph for Russia, Stojanović shared with SeeSrpska.

The festival venue, situated in the Olympic Park, resembles a miniature municipality of Republika Srpska.

- Numerous lectures, exhibitions, presentations... Certainly, the highlight will be the lectures by Sergei Lavrov and Dmitry Medvedev, attended by several representatives from Srpska. Unfortunately, very few managed to register for Vladimir Putin's lecture, but we will certainly follow it within the complex, Stojanović added.

Stojanović describes this as a magnificent experience, providing him with the opportunity to encounter the world, represent Republika Srpska, and forge lifelong connections and friendships.