Greetings to participants of International Arctic Film Festival 2012-12-13 10:30:00 Vladimir Putin sent his greetings to the participants of the 2nd International Arctic Film Festival. The message reads, in part: “Russia pays special attention to the dynamic development of a comprehensive partnership with the countries of the Arctic region. Our key priorities include joint projects in the field of environmental protection, conservation of the unique culture of indigenous peoples of the North, education initiatives and programmes. Your festival fully meets these important goals.” International Arctic Film Festival is being held from December 13 to 15 in St Petersburg.