After peaceful reunification, Taiwan compatriots will no longer be troubled by energy shortages – State Council Taiwan Affairs Office

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BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) — Compatriots in Taiwan will no longer need to worry about shortages of energy and other supplies after peaceful reunification, Zhang Han, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said on Wednesday.

She made this statement at a regular press conference in response to a media question about tensions with oil supplies and a possible shortage of medicines in Taiwan due to the conflict in the Middle East.

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Moscow embankments have begun preparations for the opening of summer navigation.

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Specialists urban economy complex Preparations have begun on the capital's embankments for the opening of summer navigation. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Public Works. Petr Biryukov.

"With consistently positive daytime temperatures established, work has begun to prepare the embankments for the spring-summer season and the opening of summer navigation. In total, we will be repairing 82 embankments, including the Moskvoretskaya, Raushskaya, Kremlevskaya, Bersenevskaya, and Krymskaya embankments located in the city center," noted Pyotr Biryukov.

Specialists will clean, wash, and repair the structures. Specifically, they will sandblast and wash the cast-iron railings. After the winter and spring floods, the water approaches and sidewalks will be repaired.

This summer, scheduled repairs will be carried out on the embankments, including sandblasting of granite and local replacement of railings, granite cladding, and parapets.

Joints in the granite facings of several embankments are also planned for repair. This type of repair is carried out every five years. It ensures the safe operation of the structures and prevents the granite slabs from shifting.

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Re-marking of a section of the Kyiv Highway near the village of Lapshinki increased its capacity by 23 percent.

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To ensure comfortable and safe travel along the Kyiv Highway section near the exit from the village of Lapshinki, which had previously been problematic, a number of changes were implemented using re-markings according to the Traffic Management Center (TMC) plan.

"We continue to improve road infrastructure as part of the transport development strategy through 2030, approved by Sergei Sobyanin. Last year, under the Traffic Management Center's project, the Kievskoye Highway section near the exit from the village of Lapshinki was remarked and an additional transition and acceleration lane was added. This increased the section's capacity by 23 percent, making traffic there safer and smoother," noted the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

Previously, this section caused difficulties entering and exiting the road. Traffic flows intersected: some were turning toward the shopping center, while others were exiting. Drivers who needed to go directly to the gas station had to abruptly change lanes. This led to accidents and slowed down the main flow of traffic heading toward the region.

In 2025, the traffic pattern was changed according to the TsODD project. An additional transition and acceleration lane was installed on the section. Drivers can now easily enter and exit Kyivske Highway and safely pass gas stations without abrupt lane changes. The new markings allow cars to seamlessly merge into traffic without slowing down the main flow.

The monitoring results confirmed that after the re-marking, traffic became more smooth and safe, and the section's capacity increased.

Since 2018, Moscow has been actively implementing projects to improve traffic through re-marking. This method allows for the creation of additional lanes by narrowing existing lanes, allowing for straight-ahead travel, turns, and U-turns. This is especially relevant in areas where widening the road through construction is difficult.

Changing road markings improves travel conditions without unnecessary expense, does not require lengthy lane closures, and is also faster to implement than traditional roadway width increases. This method is effective in both dense urban areas and on high-speed highways with heavy traffic.

On some of the busiest sections of the Moscow Ring Road (MKAD), lanes are being added by slightly narrowing the shoulder lanes and eliminating the shoulders. This allows more vehicles to travel through the sections in the same amount of time, eliminating the bottleneck effect.

Furthermore, transition lanes make exits and exits from the Moscow Ring Road safer. When a driver enters the highway, they must simultaneously accelerate and merge into the main traffic flow to avoid slowing down other vehicles. If at this point the exiting vehicle stops before changing lanes and slowly merges into the right lane, this triggers a chain reaction of braking or a dangerous situation. As a result, traffic speeds decrease both on the exit and in the outer lanes. A transition lane mitigates this effect, preventing slowdowns in the transit lanes.

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A new campus of MSTU "STANKIN" will be built in Kommunarka.

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A new campus for the Moscow State Technological University "STANKIN" will be built in the Novomoskovsky Administrative District. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"The new campus of the Moscow State Technological University "STANKIN" will be built in the Kommunarka district of the Novomoskovsky Administrative Okrug under the supervision of the Department of Civil Engineering. It will house educational, laboratory, and administrative facilities, as well as dormitories. The estimated floor area of the facilities will be approximately 232,000 square meters. The result will be a multifunctional, comfortable space for student learning. Specialists have already begun designing the buildings," said Vladimir Efimov.

The facility will be built on the territory of the Kommunarka administrative and business center, where a large multifunctional cluster is being formed with educational, cultural, and public-business facilities.

"The campus will include a technical testing ground, a cultural and leisure center, and convention and exhibition spaces. The project includes research and educational laboratories, lecture and seminar rooms, computer labs, and research and educational spaces for forums and conferences. Students will have access to comfortable recreation areas and coworking spaces. Furthermore, the construction of a sports and fitness center and a central competence center is planned," noted the head of the Civil Engineering Department.

Alexey Alexandrov.

The surrounding area will undergo comprehensive landscaping. Specialists will plant trees and shrubs, lay lawns, build paths, and install hardscape elements.

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How a participant in Moscow's fairs, along with her volunteer husband, supports the SVO fighters

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Nina, a participant in Moscow fairs from the Krasnodar Territory, personally delivers essential supplies to Special Military Operation (SVO) fighters. The farmer has been selling vegetables, fruits, and pickles at weekend fairs for many years. Her husband has been stationed in the SVO zone since September 2023.

Nina personally assembles humanitarian aid packages and delivers them to frontline areas. On each trip, she loads about 20 boxes of food into her car. To minimize risks, Nina carefully plans the delivery, consulting with her husband. As soon as the opportunity arises, she is ready to return with humanitarian aid.

A distinctive feature of Nina's missions is their targeted approach. Thanks to her initiative, soldiers receive exactly what they need. The supplies aren't transferred to warehouses, but rather delivered to the soldiers personally. The assistance is based on direct requests submitted by the husband of a fair participant. She also regularly treats the soldiers along the way.

Nina encourages not only material assistance but also moral support for the defenders. Warm words, children's drawings, and knitted items with kind messages help the soldiers feel a connection to the home front.

"These guys are going through a difficult time right now, and any show of concern gives them strength. Thanks to the soldiers, we have a peaceful sky above our heads," says Nina.

Products from more than 40 regions of Russia are brought to the capital's fairs. Each supplier guarantees the quality and freshness of their products, and specialists State Veterinary Service of the City of Moscow check the products before sending them to the shelves.

Fair participants are provided with free space. The pavilions are comfortable to visit year-round. They are equipped with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and video surveillance systems, as well as commercial and refrigeration equipment. The pavilions are located near metro stations and other busy locations.

Industry, IT, and entrepreneurship. How the city helps Soviet military veterans find work.Moscow volunteers sent over 73 tons of bottled water to residents of the new regions and border areas.

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More than 35,000 Muscovites underwent minimally invasive surgeries without hospitalization.

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Many gynecological surgeries and diagnostic procedures in Moscow no longer require hospitalization. Modern standards of care allow them to be performed on an outpatient basis at women's health centers, with patients returning home the same day. Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.

"Thanks to equipping women's health centers with the latest equipment and implementing minimally invasive techniques, many gynecological surgeries that previously required hospitalization and lengthy recovery are now performed on an outpatient basis. We've converted these procedures to a 'same-day surgery' format. Doctors perform cervical biopsies, laser removal of tumors, and various diagnostic procedures. All of these procedures are performed in a gentle manner. Patients come to the center and receive the necessary care without having to go to a hospital ward. Since the launch of outpatient gynecology last year, 35,000 Muscovites have received this care," said Anastasia Rakova.

The range of outpatient gynecological procedures is broad and addresses the majority of common issues. Specifically, doctors perform cervical biopsies, laser removal of benign tumors, and cryodestruction (treatment with liquid nitrogen). Of particular note is office hysteroscopy—a safe examination of the uterine cavity performed without anesthesia and causing virtually no discomfort. The doctor can see the organ's condition on a screen in real time. Since March of last year, 1,400 Moscow women have taken advantage of this opportunity.

This new standard of care minimizes the risk of injury to patients, saves them time, and ensures psychological comfort, as treatment outside the hospital is a huge step forward in preserving women's mental well-being.

The new standard for the provision of outpatient obstetric and gynecological care, developed by the capital's Department of Health, provides comprehensive care for women's health and comfortable access to specialized treatment. It includes a full range of services—from consultations and examinations to pregnancy support—all within a single facility (women's health center, maternity hospital, or perinatal center, and gynecology department of a multidisciplinary hospital).

A key element of the new standard are women's health centers—modern clinics with a wide range of diagnostic capabilities where patients can receive obstetric and gynecological care throughout their lives, prepare for pregnancy, and receive medical attention until the birth of their child.

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From "The Government Inspector" to "Viy": We choose plays based on Nikolai Gogol's books at Mosbilet

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On Nikolai Gogol's birthday, Mosbilet reports on city theater productions based on the writer's satirical and mystical works.

"The Overcoat" at the N.V. Gogol Moscow Drama Theater

Dates: April 4 and 19, May 6 and 21

Age limit: 12

Director Arina Bessergeneva has transferred the plot of Gogol's novella to the modern office, where every character is easily stripped of their individuality. The tragicomic story of a small man afraid to step outside the confines of his familiar, limited world becomes a universal fantasy about the impossible. Buying a new overcoat becomes a welcome way for Bashmachkin to escape the daily grind and become the hero of his new reality.

The roles are played by Mark Burlai, Andrey Kondratyev, Andrey Zlobin, Anatoly Prosalov, Kirill Malov, Evgeny Putsylo, Denis Lukin.

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"May Night" at the Moscow Puppet Theater

Date: April 9

Age limit: 12

The Puppet Theater has taken a very unusual approach to Nikolai Gogol's mystical tale. "May Night" is an interactive performance: all audience members will be involved in the process, wearing blindfolds to immerse themselves in the production through their senses of hearing, smell, touch, and taste. Participants will hear the splashing of water and the rustling of leaves, and sample hot potatoes and pies.

The director was Karolina Žernytė, who conceived and formulated a unique approach—theatre of sensations. This is both a creative statement and a therapeutic practice: the audience becomes the center of the performance, immersed in it far more intensely than simply sitting in the auditorium.

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"The Marriage" at the Mossovet State Academic Theatre

Date: April 12

Age limit: 16

Director Evgeny Marchelli has given a fresh take on Nikolai Gogol's classic play. The production retains the writer's signature humor, recognizable characters, and set design. The choir will perform folk and wedding-ritual musical compositions.

The plot centers on two people: he and she, their meeting, love affair, and the marriage that never happened. The production features Alexander Yatsko, Olga Ostroumova, Valery Yaremenko, Marina Kondratieva, Nika Zdorik, Anastasia Belova, and other actors.

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"The Night Before Christmas" at the Moscow Theatre of Illusion

Dates: April 12, May 7

Age limit: 12

Returning to a beloved Christmas tale is a joy even in the midst of spring. Eduard Livnev's stage adaptation of the story of the brave blacksmith Vakula and the capricious beauty Oksana will remind us of what matters most: the power of love and faith in miracles. Folk motifs, songs, and dance numbers will delight audiences of all ages.

The play will star Yulia Malinina, Valentina Koleva, Artem Leonov, Tamara Karant, Alexander Povalyaev, Egor Solovyov, Konstantin Nikiforov, Oleg Zhukov, and others.

Tickets can be purchased at the service Mosbilet.

"The Gamblers. Illusion" at the N.V. Gogol Moscow Drama Theater

Dates: April 16, May 24

Age limit: 16

The Gogol Theatre will tell the story of a top-class card player who considers himself invincible. He is drawn into a high-stakes gambling competition, but the price of entry proves unexpectedly high.

Anton Yakovlev's production has been longlisted for the 2024 "Theater Star" award. The cast includes Mark Burlai, Irina Grineva, Andrei Finyagin, Vasily Neverov, Kirill Kovbas, Andrei Kondratyev, and others.

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"Old World Landowners" at the Moscow Et Cetera Theatre

Dates: April 25, May 30

Age limit: 16

The story "Old-World Landowners" is a less popular work for dramatization than, for example, Nikolai Gogol's famous comedies. However, director Vladimir Beldiyan has created a production that combines music and vibrant visuals, acting, and the author's words. The stage narration is provided by the Writer—he is both an eyewitness to the events and the author of the story about the old-world landowners Pulcheria Ivanovna and Afanasy Ivanovich.

People's Artist of Russia Lyudmila Dmitrieva, Kirill Loskutov, Artem Blinov, Natalia Balandina, Evgeny Shevchenko, Ekaterina Egorova and other actors will take the stage.

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"In the theater, everything is possible except vulgarity and boredom." Alexander Kalyagin talks about the history of Et Cetera

"The Government Inspector" at Nikita Mikhalkov's Workshop "12" Theatre

Dates: April 29 and 30, May 21 and 22

Age limit: 12

Vladimir Pankov presents an original sound drama interpretation of the comedic plot about the Mayor mistaking Khlestakov for an Inspector General from St. Petersburg. The music for the play was created by composers Sergei Rodyukov and Artem Kim.

The leading roles are played by People's Artists of Russia Sergei Garmash and Elena Yakovleva, as well as Galina Medvedeva and Polina Medvedeva.

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Dead Souls at the Moscow Southwest Theatre

Date: May 5

Age limit: 16

Mikhail Belyakovich's production, based on Nikolai Gogol's poem, centers on the familiar story of Chichikov, who buys dead souls from landowners. The director crafted the production as a mystical thriller, guiding the protagonist along the path laid out by the writer's famous characters.

Starring Anton Bagirov, Maxim Gigenin, Anton Belov, Andrey Sannikov, Ksenia Efremova, Andrey Kudzin, Mikhail Belyakovich and others.

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Mosbilet reported on a typical day at the Southwest Theatre.

"…Souls" at the Pyotr Fomenko Workshop Theatre

Dates: May 7 and 8

Age limit: 16

Audiences will be treated to a carnival-like menippea based on Nikolai Gogol's works about the search for the Russian soul. Gogol's characters—Pannochka, Kovalev, Manilov, Sobakevich, and Chichikov—will twirl to the orchestra's musical compositions.

The film stars Dmitry Zakharov, Fyodor Malyshev, Alexey Kolubkov, Dmitry Rudkov, Igor Voynarovsky, and others. Directed by Fyodor Malyshev.

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Viy at the Moscow Taganka Theatre

Dates: June 5, August 9

Age limit: 16

The text of the story from the "Mirgorod" cycle, directed by Alexander Barkar, is intertwined with music, poetry, and contemporary drama. One of the literary sources for the production is the play "Panochka" by Nina Sadur, whose books have been published in Finland, Germany, Slovakia, Japan, and other countries. Songs by singer-songwriter Venya D'rkin, who has been called the Vladimir Vysotsky of the 1990s, will be performed on stage.

Starring: Alexandra Basova, Philipp Kotov, Igor Pekhovich, Vasily Urievsky, Kirill Yanchevsky, Roman Kolotukhin and others.

You can buy tickets on the service Mosbilet.

WITH By Mosbilet It's convenient and enjoyable to plan any kind of leisure activity—from theater and concert trips to sports activities and picnics. Tickets are sold without markups or intermediary commissions. The service also offers many free events. You can also purchase tickets for new season theater premieres and performances featuring famous artists. If you have a full or standard mos.ru account, you don't need to enter personal information when purchasing. A simplified procedure is available for purchasing a child's ticket. Users can skip the ID card and simply show the ticket inspector their digital ticket.

The program of events in Moscow's theaters contributes to the implementation of the goals and objectives of the national project in Moscow. "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Six electric vessels of the "Moscow 1.0" project are being assembled at the Moscow Shipyard.

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The capital continues to develop river transport. The Moscow Shipyard, a high-tech facility for the production and maintenance of electric vessels, has opened in the Nagatinsky Zaton district, becoming the most modern shipyard in Russia. Specialists have now begun assembling and welding the hulls of the fifth and sixth electric vessels of the "Moscow 1.0" project. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry. Maxim Liksutov.

"The Moscow Shipyard is an innovative enterprise in the production and maintenance of Russian river transport. This year, we also plan to begin construction of the seventh and eighth electric vessels of the 'Moscow 1.0' project. We continue to develop the capital's unique, environmentally friendly electric fleet, as instructed by Sergei Sobyanin," noted Maxim Liksutov.

This environmentally friendly mode of transport will operate on regular river routes, offering residents of the capital new travel options and ensuring maximum comfort.

The Moscow Shipyard's production capacity allows it not only to build new vessels but also to quickly service existing ones. The shipyard also plans to produce electric pleasure craft and unmanned boats for safety and environmental monitoring on the Moscow River. Furthermore, it will build a hybrid cruise ship, the "Moscow Golden Ring," which will sail the eponymous route through Russia's historic cities. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2027.

Electric ships of the "Moscow 1.0" project

After the ship's hull blocks are assembled and welded, numerous stages of work remain. Specialists will paint the vessels, tighten cables and install insulation in compartments, install control panels, auxiliary machinery, lay pipelines, and assemble traction batteries. They will also work on the propulsion system that powers the vessel, furnish technical rooms and compartments, install components of the saloon and bridge, and complete the flooring.

To improve the ships' environmental friendliness and energy efficiency, they plan to use energy-saving engines and high-capacity batteries, which will increase their range and reduce their environmental impact. Purification systems, in turn, will prevent wastewater from entering the river.

The complex, multi-stage shipbuilding process requires state-of-the-art equipment. A CNC laser cutting machine is used for cutting aluminum and stainless steel—the production process of any ship begins with metal cutting. A 350-ton hydraulic press is used to form the sheet metal for the ship's walls, as well as to bend and twist the profiles on the ship's beam.

For more detailed metal stamping and bending work, a numerically controlled hydraulic press is used, offering greater precision and a nearly complete level of automation. A rolling machine is used to bend metal profiles, pipes, angles, and channels at any angle in a single pass and operates automatically under operator control.

A lathe machining center enables machining of shafts, pipes, and other rotating parts, as well as turning, threading, and other similar operations. A four-roll hydraulic bending machine allows for the easy bending of complex asymmetrical metal shapes into three-dimensional objects before finishing on a press or sheet metal bending machine.

Moscow Shipyard

On November 26, 2025, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Denis Manturov, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation Nikolai Patrushev, and Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin ceremoniously laid the keel of the lead vessel, "Moscow 1.0." They also unveiled a commemorative plaque and launched the enterprise.

A shipyard for the construction of innovative electric vessels has opened in Moscow, according to Sobyanin.

The Moscow shipyard was built in a record 22 months, following orders from Russian President Vladimir Putin. The launch of such a high-profile facility cemented Moscow's status as a center for the development, production, and deployment of electric vehicles. Cutting-edge vessels began to be built for the capital and other regions of Russia.

The new facility's capacity allows for the production of up to 40 vessels per year, as well as the maintenance and repair of over 100 vessels annually. Furthermore, over 500 new jobs for highly qualified specialists have been created.

Full-cycle production includes metal cutting, welding, and hull assembly, as well as outfitting and launching the vessels. Production is highly automated. Around 50,000 people are employed at facilities across the country to supply components.

The production is completely environmentally friendly—it creates no noise, uses wastewater treatment systems, and solar panels are used to generate additional energy.

In the coming years, Moscow plans to purchase approximately 40 modern electric vessels that will operate on regular river routes and offer residents and visitors an alternative to other modes of transport.

The area around the shipyard in the Nagatinsky Zaton district has also been improved. Recreation areas, terraces, and spacious walking areas are now open to the public. A children's playground, designed to match the shipyard building, has also been installed.

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A meeting of international recruiting companies with representatives of leading Novosibirsk universities was held at Novosibirsk State University.

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On March 26, a meeting of international recruiting companies and leading Novosibirsk universities took place at the new NSU campus. The goal of the event was to identify new channels for attracting students, enter unexplored international markets, and establish presence there, thereby increasing interest in studying at NSU and other Russian universities. The meeting was attended by 10 representatives from Novosibirsk universities, including NSU, SibSUTI, the University of Biotechnology, Saratov State Transport University, Novosibirsk State Medical University, Novosibirsk State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, and Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University. Eleven recruiting companies participated: six from Russia, Iran, Turkey, and India attended in person, and five from Turkmenistan, India, Bangladesh, and Nigeria joined online. The event was part of the Open Days for recruiting companies at Novosibirsk Oblast universities, which took place in Novosibirsk on March 26 and 27, 2026.

"During the meeting, we were able to not only learn about successful international practices but also agree on common approaches and tools for working with international applicants for universities in the Novosibirsk region. Participants received up-to-date information from recruiting agency representatives on new student recruitment methods and learned about collaboration models applicable in the current environment. Such cooperation and ongoing dialogue contribute to the growth of international student numbers and the strengthening of Russian education's position abroad," commented Evgeny Sagaydak, Head of the Education Export Department at NSU.

Russian education is popular in many countries, including India. Currently, there are approximately 35,000 Indian students studying at Russian universities, making Russia the sixth-largest country for Indian students. In recent years, interest in pursuing an education in Russia has grown significantly among Indian students, with the number of students increasing by 30-35% annually. The most popular program is General Medicine, with programs in engineering, veterinary science, economics, and Russian as a foreign language also popular.

"Russian education is in demand in India for several reasons—price, quality, and historical ties are key. Russia is particularly renowned for training specialists in medicine, engineering, and the natural sciences. Many universities offer programs in English, reducing the language barrier. Diplomas from Russian universities are recognized in India—this is important for students planning to return and work at home. Educational cooperation between Russia and India has a long history, dating back to the Soviet era. Russian universities have a strong reputation among Indians," commented Andrey Chistokhvalov, a representative of the Russian Education Agency in India.

He added that following the meeting, cooperation agreements on attracting Indian students will be signed with Novosibirsk universities. Therefore, a significant increase in the number of students from that country is expected as early as the fall of 2026.

The meeting was also beneficial for the participating universities, as it allowed them to see international students coming to Novosibirsk through the eyes of a recruiter and to understand how their universities could improve their practices to attract more students to the region from different countries.

"We had the opportunity to determine which factors in university educational programs are attractive to potential applicants, and which, conversely, are unattractive. These factors include logistics, infrastructure, payment methods, supervision, and recruitment coordination. The idea of holding joint Olympiads to obtain quotas, which finance the participation of international students in our study program, was very useful. Recruiters' insights into the areas and specialties popular with international students in various recruiting countries were also, of course, helpful," said Ekaterina Barancheeva, Head of the International Activities and Academic Mobility Department at NSPU.

According to Ekaterina Barancheeva, the most promising programs currently are English-language programs with dual majors, where the diploma specifies two majors, as well as programs that are highly practice-oriented. Furthermore, it is important that programs are aligned with the educational and career paths that students in a given country choose based on their preferences.

Novosibirsk is a leading scientific and academic center, so, naturally, the programs offered by Novosibirsk universities are in demand abroad. However, it's not just the curriculum itself that matters; other factors also influence the attractiveness of education in a given region.

"If universities and the Russian education system support students in terms of adaptation, employment, even during their studies, and participation in volunteer projects, and ensuring their integration into our social and cultural environment, students will be more interested in coming to our region. That is, not only the education itself is important, but also infrastructure, life-related issues, payments, and logistics. All of this, of course, influences the arrival of international students," added Ekaterina Barancheeva.

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Medals of the Student Universiade

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The 49th Alexander Nevsky Universiade among students from higher education institutions of the Novosibirsk Region continues. In the judo and powerlifting competitions, the NSU teams finished just shy of the top three finishers, finishing fourth.

In the individual competition, our students won 10 medals.

In judo: 1st place – Karina Kapustyan (FEN) 2nd place – Polina Lobankova (EF) and Ksenia Pogorelova (GGF) 3rd place – Arina Polyachenkova (IFP)

In powerlifting: 1st place – Titenko Alina (IMMT) 2nd place – Yakovleva Anna (FEN) 3rd place – Losenkova Alina (FF), Stepanova Varvara, Kuchkova Elizaveta and Gulev Mark (MMF)

The judo team also included: Artem Urukov, Egor Semenov, and Andrey Gultyaev (FF), Ivan Kalashnikov and Ivan Rogov (GGF), Matvey Saprygin and Andrey Kirilenko (MMF), Artem Galaev and Artem Chuvashov (FIT), Egor Vlasov and Timur Mekebaev (EF), Gleb Zhilin (IIR), Sergey Budyakov (IFP), and Ivan Zaguzin (IMMT). Coaches: Anastasia Pyankova and Sergey Tsvetkov

Powerlifting team composition: Ilya Frolov, Kirill Stebner, Amirhossein Darvishi, Zanganeh Alireza and Daria Gribanova (IMMT) Anna Yakovleva and Stefan Slepenkov (FEN) Nikita Melnikov (GGF), Victoria Trefilova (IIR), Ivan Dmitriev (FF) and Elizaveta Bozhko (EF) Coach – Alexander Augustinovich

Congratulations to the individual medalists and thank all the students for their worthy efforts!

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