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Sakhalin Indigenous Minorities Development Plan for 2026–2030 Signed
The document is a perfect example of Sakhalin Oblast being in the wake of Russia’s national policy, uniting both people and peoples and exemplifying the successes of the long-term collaboration between the government, business and the public.
The implementation of this five-year plan is grounded in the public-private partnership between the Regional Council of Authorised Representatives of SIM, the Sakhalin Oblast Government, and the Sakhalin-2 project operator.
Since 2006, the programme has repeatedly been recognised as a best practice of collaboration with indigenous peoples at the federal and international levels. During this time, over a thousand social and economic projects have been implemented in the region.
“The tripartite partnership creates solutions that are inclusive of both the cultural experiences and needs of these ethnic groups and the interests of the region,” says Valery Limarenko, Governor of the Sakhalin Oblast. “Creating a comfortable living environment, preserving the unique heritage and developing the potential of indigenous peoples is an investment in the future of the island, its prosperity and development.”
The new document focuses on collaborative development projects. The Sakhalin Oblast runs many successful programmes that will be merged, taking into account the experience gained over the 20 years of the Plan’s implementation.
This approach will drive forward the strong synergy between the partners. “Supporting and securing national interests, ethnic unity and preservation of cultural and linguistic diversity are among the most important public policies. Therefore, supporting development of indigenous peoples is a tangible contribution to Russia’s national strategy, development of civil unity, and sustainable development of the company,” says Roman Dashkov, CEO of Sakhalin Energy. “By joining our efforts, not only do we help indigenous ethnic groups, but also support our country together, bolstering its social peace and territorial integrity.”
Youth development and their involvement in career development and advanced training programmes is to become a new direction in the programme. Education will play an integral role: young people of SIM continue receiving scholarships and grants for training in the sought-after professions. Support of native languages and culture, promotion of traditional sports and crafts, preservation of the environment and traditional activities are among the key directions for the next five years – the foundations of the way of life for the island’s indigenous peoples.
“Together, we have managed to retain the uniqueness of our history and intellectual culture, much needed for our harmonious growth, through time. With the Plan’s support and future the collaborative efforts, the indigenous peoples have achieved much while preserving this legacy,”says Svetlana Sangi, Chairperson of the Regional Council of Authorised Representatives of Sakhalin Indigenous Minorities.
Representatives from all seven districts of the region populated by Sakhalin indigenous minorities took part in the development of the draft programme for 2026–2030. This year saw them involved in a number of annual advisory sessions and individual meetings.
The document was newly approved unanimously at a special conference held in November in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. On behalf of the indigenous community, the decision to execute the Plan was made by all delegates elected at meetings in the areas of usual residence of the indigenous minorities. It was based on the principle of free, prior and informed consent, enshrined in the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
27 November 2025
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