A charity run to protect Amur tigers and Far Eastern leopards was held on Russky Island on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum.  The event attracted over 600 participants, including Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov and Environment Minister Sergei Donskoi.

“This race spells consolidation round charity ideas on the tiger and leopard protection projects, and proof of our dedication to healthy living. It is a crucially important event,” Mr Peskov said.

The race returns, exceeding a million roubles, will go entirely to Amur tiger and Far Eastern leopard protection projects.

All runners received medals representing tiger and leopard footprints.