On January 26, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov held the session of regional organizing committee of the XVI World Aquatics Championship. Tatarstan Prime Minister Ildar Khalikov, heads of Ministries and Agencies of Tatarstan Republic participated in the event. 

Tatarstan President reminded  that  178 days are left until the World Aquatics Championship starts,  and all competitive and training sport facilities are to be ready by July 10,2015.

13 working groups of regional organizing committee reported about current organizational issues. It was said that  27,154 tickets that comprise 10% of total amount have already  been  sold.

In conclusion, Rustam Minnikhanov pointed out that it is very essential to hold the championship at the highest level. The most important issue is security. In addition, we should represent our city and our country.