This holiday we always celebrate solemnly, with respect and love for our renowned Fleet, with pride in our country – a maritime power. Russia has gained this vital status due to its geopolitical position, great geographical discoveries, and immense contribution to the study of the World Ocean, but most importantly – through the victories, hard work, will, courage, and talent of our naval commanders and military sailors. Blessed by the glorious St. Andrew's flag, they have been and remain reliable guardians of the maritime expanses of our homeland, serving faithfully on ships and submarines, in naval infantry, coastal troops, and aviation units. They serve in the name of life, happiness, and the well-being of their fellow citizens.

“Russia will consider itself free from a moratorium on the deployment of medium- and shorter-range missiles in the event of the appearance of American missiles in Germany”

“Admiral Ushakov won a whole constellation of outstanding victories, including in such major naval battles as Kerch, at Cape Tendra and Cape Kaliakria, and made a huge contribution to the development of the port and fortress city of Sevastopol, our southern shipyards, lands and harbors throughout New Russia. A determined, talented naval commander, a true patriot of the Fatherland, Ushakov did not lose a single battle throughout his brilliant career." – Vladimir Putin said in a solemn speech at the opening of the monument.

"If military people, especially those with a special character, military sailors, come together — this is a very good sign. It is a sign that military people who gather together strive for peace, strive for cooperation, and mutual understanding," said Putin.

"In the strategy, we have updated all forecast indicators, and in the target scenario, we have defined a number of key tasks, including the discovery of new large deposits. To achieve this, we will increase efforts for comprehensive exploration of territories, especially in the most remote areas, including the Arctic and the Far East," emphasized Mishustin.

"In the autumn spring in Brazil, a Russian-Brazilian expedition to circumnavigate Antarctica will begin. The Russian ship will set sail for the shores of South America in October, with the expedition expected to start in November. This is a large-scale project uniting scientists from eight BRICS member countries," Makarov said.