Historical Events tagged with "regional government"

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Politics & Government

Formation of the Republic of Karelia

November 13th, 1991 33 years ago

The Republic of Karelia was established as an autonomous republic within the Russian Federation, succeeding the Karelian Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic. This change was part of the broader restructuring in Russia following the dissolution of the Soviet Union. The formation recognized the unique ethnic and cultural identity of the Karelian people while promoting regional governance. This transition marked a significant shift in local administration and political autonomy in the region.

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