The President is to make a working trip to Kazan 2015-07-23 15:45:00 Vladimir Putin will make a working trip to Kazan, where he will take part in the opening ceremony of the 16th World Aquatics Championship. This is the first time the world championship will take place in Russia. 2400 athletes from 190 countries are expected to take part. The President will also visit the Kazan Arena stadium to meet with members of the Russian national team taking part in the Championship.