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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –
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In September 2026, the Northern Capital will once again host participants and guests of the St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures. The event will be organized by the Roscongress Foundation with the support of the Russian Government, the Russian Ministry of Culture, and the St. Petersburg Administration.
"The St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures is, without exaggeration, a unique discussion platform that brings together representatives of different countries, nationalities, and professions. In 2026, the forum will be held from September 24 to 26. I am confident that this joint effort will allow delegates to exchange experiences and discuss development trends in the contemporary cultural environment. The forum will result in new international and interdisciplinary projects that address the challenges of our time and strengthen a unified cultural space," noted Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova.
Guests and participants of the forum will include cultural and artistic figures, government officials, business representatives, experts, and journalists. The event will discuss the formation of culture, the role of historical heritage, the relationship between culture and business, the impact of artificial intelligence on various social aspects, and its role in contemporary culture and the preservation of cultural heritage.
"In the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia, the 12th St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures will provide an opportunity to present high-level plans for programs aimed at preserving cultural diversity and traditions, exchange experiences with representatives of friendly countries on ways to preserve the uniqueness of cultures, traditions, and worldviews, and discuss measures to counter the threat of extinction of minority cultures and promote the principles of justice and equality in relations between peoples. Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly emphasized in his speeches that national culture can develop and be enriched only through interaction with other cultures. Our country was initially shaped as a multinational nation, and it is this invaluable gift that has defined its unique cultural palette and its status as a truly great power in its art, science, and literature," emphasized Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia.
In 2025, the forum included official delegations from 50 countries and senior officials from six international organizations. Cultural figures and government officials participated in discussions on all major artistic fields: museums, theater, cinema, music, and media.
"We are truly delighted that this year, our flagship project, the St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures, will once again take place on the banks of the Neva River for the 12th time. Traditionally, in an open dialogue format, representatives of the professional community, government agencies, and businesses will exchange experiences and discuss current issues of cultural and humanitarian cooperation. We invite everyone to join one of the most global cultural events," noted Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova.
The St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures has been held since 2012. It has established itself as a platform for collaboration in culture and art, as well as for open and meaningful discussion of issues arising as the contemporary cultural environment develops.
Official website of the Roscongress Foundation: roscongress.org.
Official forum website: http://unitedsultures.ru/.
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