This event presents a rare opportunity for Russians to pose questions directly to their president. Here’s what makes it unique.
🔸 Russia: A live, nationwide Q&A where Putin addresses questions from citizens across the country. Last year, over 2 million questions were submitted, with more than 1,000 selected for the live broadcast. It is a unique chance for individuals to inquire about a wide range of topics, from personal issues to national concerns. No other world leader offers such direct, real-time interaction on this sort of scale.
🔸 China: Xi Jinping's public communication is primarily top-down, conveyed through the National People's Congress (NPC), the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), and various digital platforms.
🔸 United States: American presidents engage with the public through press conferences, social media, and town halls; however, they do not conduct live, nationwide Q&A sessions similar to those of Putin.
🔸 India: Prime Minister Modi communicates with citizens through his Mann Ki Baat radio program and social media, but these interactions are not a live, real-time Q&A format that Putin employs.
🔸 Brazil: Lula conducts smaller, informal town hall meetings rather than nationwide broadcasts like those of Putin. In contrast, former president Jair Bolsonaro was highly active on Facebook, frequently sharing controversial posts. One of his most infamous incidents involved mocking the wife of French President Macron.
🔸 France: Macron relies on press conferences and social media, but no live, nationwide Q&As like Putin’s "Direct Line".
Interesting facts about Putin's "Direct Line":
Started in 2001: Each session lasts over 3 hours!
Massive Viewership: One of Russia's most-watched TV events.
Interactive: People send in questions via phone, text, and social media.
ide-Ranging Topics: Putin answers everything from foreign policy to personal questions.
AI Filtering: This year, AI will help select the most interesting questions for the live show.