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UN Russian Language Day

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

⏱️ Duration: 1 day -- UN Russian Language Day Ends at 00:00:00 (UTC)

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About UN Russian Language Day

UN Russian Language Day is celebrated annually on June 6th, recognizing the importance of the Russian language within the United Nations and promoting multilingualism. This observance was established by the UN General Assembly in 2010, highlighting the cultural and historical significance of the Russian language, which is one of the six official languages of the UN.

The date of June 6th was chosen to honor the birthday of Alexander Pushkin, a renowned Russian poet, often considered the father of modern Russian literature. His works have had a profound impact on the Russian language and culture, making this day a fitting tribute.

On this day, various events and activities are organized worldwide to celebrate the Russian language, including educational programs, cultural exhibitions, and literary readings. These events aim to promote the richness of the Russian language and encourage its use in international communication.

UN Russian Language Day serves as a reminder of the importance of linguistic diversity and the role of language in fostering understanding and cooperation among nations. It encourages individuals to appreciate and learn about different languages and cultures, contributing to a more inclusive global community.

Key facts

First held: 2010
Frequency: Annual
Date: June 6

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Frequently asked questions about UN Russian Language Day.

UN Russian Language Day is on June 6th.

It promotes the Russian language and celebrates its cultural importance.

The UN General Assembly established it in 2010.

It honors the birthday of Alexander Pushkin, a key figure in Russian literature.

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UN Russian Language Day start times in other key cities:

Location	Time
Abidjan	Sat 00:00:00
Addis Ababa	Sat 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Sat 00:00:00
Alexandria	Sat 00:00:00
Ankara	Sat 00:00:00
Baghdad	Sat 00:00:00
Bangkok	Sat 00:00:00
Beijing	Sat 00:00:00
Bengaluru	Sat 00:00:00
Bogota	Sat 00:00:00
Cairo	Sat 00:00:00
Cape Town	Sat 00:00:00
Chongqing	Sat 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Sat 00:00:00
Delhi	Sat 00:00:00
Dhaka	Sat 00:00:00
Guangzhou	Sat 00:00:00
Hanoi	Sat 00:00:00
Ho Chi Minh City	Sat 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Sat 00:00:00
Istanbul	Sat 00:00:00
Jakarta	Sat 00:00:00
Johannesburg	Sat 00:00:00
Kano	Sat 00:00:00
Karachi	Sat 00:00:00
Khartoum	Sat 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Sat 00:00:00
Lagos	Sat 00:00:00
Lahore	Sat 00:00:00
Lima	Sat 00:00:00
London	Sat 00:00:00
Luanda	Sat 00:00:00
Melbourne	Sat 00:00:00
Mexico City	Sat 00:00:00
Moscow	Sat 00:00:00
Mumbai	Sat 00:00:00
New York City	Sat 00:00:00
Rio de Janeiro	Sat 00:00:00
Riyadh	Sat 00:00:00
Saint Petersburg	Sat 00:00:00
Santiago	Sat 00:00:00
Seoul	Sat 00:00:00
Shanghai	Sat 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Sat 00:00:00
Singapore	Sat 00:00:00
Sydney	Sat 00:00:00
São Paulo	Sat 00:00:00
Tehran	Sat 00:00:00
Tokyo	Sat 00:00:00

UN Russian Language Day start times in different countries:

🇩🇿 Algeria Sat 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia Sat 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France Sat 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy Sat 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan Sat 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Sat 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines Sat 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia Sat 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain Sat 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand Sat 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Sat 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States Sat 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Sat 00:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇿 Algeria	Sat 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil	Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia	Sat 00:00:00
🇫🇷 France	Sat 00:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italy	Sat 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan	Sat 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya	Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico	Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Sat 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan	Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines	Sat 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia	Sat 00:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain	Sat 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand	Sat 00:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	Sat 00:00:00
🇺🇸 United States	Sat 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Sat 00:00:00