Moscow, October 4, 2025 – Russian economist, entrepreneur, and statesman Abusupyan Magomedovich Kharkharov has spent his life shaping industries, building bridges across nations, and investing in the next generation. This year, his journey takes on a new symbolic chapter as he prepares to celebrate the birthday of Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 7th at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Moscow, in the presence of the Bahraini Ambassador and several ambassadors from the Arab world. The event is presented by BRICS Culture Media Forum and The Times of Russia in association with the Embassy of Bahrain.
For Kharkharov, the occasion is not just a ceremonial gathering but an act of devotion to his homeland and its leader. “To celebrate Vladimir Putin’s birthday is very important, as this is the day when God bestowed us with such a courageous leader who does not compromise when it comes to national integrity. He is the pride of all the citizens of Russia, including me. We want to give this message to the world: we are with our leader, with all our blood if needed. We are all living in peace in Russia because we know our nation is in great hands under the leadership of our beloved Honorable President Vladimir Putin,” Kharkharov declared.
From Dagestan to the World Stage
Born on January 3, 1967, in Dagestan, Abusupyan Kharkharov graduated from Dagestan State University’s Faculty of Economics and later earned a Doctorate in Economic Sciences. He quickly rose to prominence both in politics and in business.
Between 1995 and 2010, he served four terms as a Deputy of the Legislative Assembly of Dagestan, balancing his public service with transformative business projects. His contributions have been recognized with state honors including the Medal “300 Years of the Russian Fleet,” the title of Honored Economist of Dagestan, and membership in the International Academy of Transport.
Maritime Achievements That Reshaped Russia
Kharkharov’s name is closely tied to Russia’s maritime revival. As General Director of the Makhachkala Sea Commercial Port from 1998 to 2010, he turned the Caspian hub into a thriving international trade center.
He created a merchant fleet of 25 vessels.
He oversaw the construction and sale of tankers and ferries worth over USD 200 million.
He modernized Makhachkala’s oil harbor, grain and container terminals, and ferry crossings.
By order of the Russian President in 2002, he completed a railway ferry crossing between Makhachkala and the ports of Turkmenbashi and Aktau in just four months, opening a new transport corridor in the Caspian.
He increased port cargo turnover from 80,000 tons in 1998 to 7 million tons within six years, including 5.5 million tons of oil and oil products.
His efforts also included joint projects with Transneft, linking Makhachkala to the Baku–Novorossiysk pipeline, through which more than 50 million tons of Kazakh and Turkmen oil were delivered.
Beyond Ports: Oil, Gas, Telecom, and Governance
Kharkharov’s expertise has extended across industries.
In oil and gas, he launched Russia’s first liquefied gas transshipment port, “MAKTREN-NAFTA,” with a capacity of 1 million tons per year.
In telecommunications, he founded Dagtelecom, which grew to over one million subscribers before being acquired by MTS.
In logistics, he managed export-import and transit cargo flows through direct agreements with Russian Railways.
In public service, he served as Deputy Chairman of the Government of Dagestan (2013–2016) and advisor to the President of Dagestan.
Today, he continues to shape Russian business strategy as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kvadrat Holding.
Building Bridges with the Arab World
From 1998 to 2015, Kharkharov strengthened Russia’s international ties by forging partnerships in Turkey, Syria, Croatia, Indonesia, and the Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and Iran. Over the years, he has cultivated lasting relationships in business and government circles across these regions.
His decision to celebrate President Putin’s birthday at the Embassy of Bahrain in Moscow, alongside Arab ambassadors, highlights both his admiration for Russia’s leader and his enduring ties with the Arab world.
A Commitment to Society and Family
Kharkharov is also known for his philanthropic initiatives. He founded the NOU Safinat School, which serves 550 students, and the Safinat Kindergarten for 220 children. A father of eight children, he often underlines that his greatest investments are in education and family values.
Honoring a Symbol of Peace and National Pride
The upcoming celebration of Vladimir Putin’s birthday at the Embassy of Bahrain in Moscow is expected to bring together the Bahraini Ambassador, envoys from the Arab world, Russian dignitaries, and international business leaders. For Kharkharov, it is not merely a ceremonial event but a moment of patriotic affirmation.
“President Putin’s leadership reminds us that the world must move toward dialogue and cooperation, not confrontation. By celebrating in Moscow with our Arab partners, we emphasize that peace and harmony are ideals that transcend national borders. And as Russians, we want the world to know: we stand with our leader, proud and ready to defend our nation with all our strength. We live in peace because we know our beloved Russia is in safe and capable hands,” Kharkharov concluded.
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