President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Good evening, colleagues,

Today's meeting of the Sports Council is dedicated to nongovernmental sports organisations.

Sports and physical training societies and federations, sports clubs and leagues, as well as fitness centres, all hold a pivotal position in the physical education system of children and young people. They contribute to fostering a culture of active, healthy lifestyles within society, while also playing a vital role in the advancement of Russia's economy, social sphere, and modern infrastructure for living.

These organisations impact millions of individuals and undeniably warrant special attention from the state. They require additional support, flexible and efficient oversight, which should set a high standard for quality of work while avoiding the imposition of bureaucratic hurdles.

Currently, over 92,500 nongovernmental organisations in Russia deliver physical exercise and recreation services, organise competitions across various levels, and offer sports training. Nonetheless, not all of these organisations are integrated into national, regional, and local sports development programmes.

During the previous meeting of the Sports Council, we said that the Government needs to prepare proposals on how these organisations could and should receive assistance from authorities at all levels. The efforts in this regard have highlighted the necessity to enhance the management system within the sports sector.

The resources of both the state and society must be directed towards achieving national development goals. To this end, it is essential to establish a clear collaboration between state and public organisations, companies, and individual entrepreneurs engaged in the field of physical training and sports. This collaboration must ensure transparency and accountability, primarily through the use of modern information systems and digital solutions, which are now being integrated into all spheres of life and sectors.

Sports databases are intended to provide citizens with accessible information regarding optimal training locations and coaches, as well as upcoming sports events. These databases are crucial for high-performance sports, professional athletes, and authorities, assisting in the selection of organisations for participation in national and local programmes and providing them with financial and administrative support.

The inclusion of all sports organisations in a unified federal database will also facilitate balanced and objective decisions concerning the construction and modernisation of sports infrastructure.

To be continued.

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