The President stressed that thanks to the talent, energy and dedication of Hibla Gerzmava, Abkhazia hosts outstanding musicians, conductors and world-class performers. This gives the country the opportunity to get in touch with the best examples of musical culture.

The Head of State noted that he considers the dedication of the current festival to the bright memory of parents to be especially touching. This personal and deep gesture once again testifies to the love for the native land, respect for the origins and loyalty to family values.

Badra Gunba shared his impressions of yesterday's opening of the festival, noting that the brilliant performance of Hibla Gerzmava and the performance of the Peter Vostokov Bolshoi Jazz Orchestra made an unforgettable impression on the audience. The Head of State expressed confidence that the concerts in Bedia and Pitsunda would also be a great success, would bring vivid emotions and would once again confirm the high level of this project.

The President thanked Hibla Gerzmava for her unwavering loyalty to Abkhazia, for the love she expresses not only in words but also in deeds, stressing that the country is proud of her achievements and is always happy to see her at home. 

Hibla Gerzmava thanked the President for his support and interest in her projects. She stressed that holding the festival in her native land is of particular importance to her, as the project was born in Abkhazia and is dedicated to the memory of her parents. She also noted the President's deep understanding of the role of culture in the development of society, stressing that it is culture that makes the country and is the most important policy.

Hibla Gerzmava emphasized that the Motherland is its roots and origins, noted that she was happy to bring programs to Abkhazia that were interesting outside the republic, and expressed gratitude to the President for his attention to her and the festival.