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On October 9, 2025, the 18th International Conference "Russia and China in a Changing World" opened in Kazan at the Assembly Hall of the Institute of International Relations, History, and Oriental Studies at Kazan Federal University. The State University of Management was represented at the event by its Center for Socioeconomic and Political Research, represented by its director, Fanis Sharipov.

The Consul General of the People's Republic of China in the Volga Federal District, Xiang Bo, the Vice-Rector of Kazan Federal University, Timerkhan Alishev, and the Deputy Director of the Kazan Federal University Institute of International Relations, Vadim Kozlov, addressed those gathered at the opening ceremony.

Leading Sinologists from St. Petersburg State University, Moscow State University, Kazan Federal University, Alexander Nevsky Military University, MGIMO University, Russian State University for the Humanities, National Research University Higher School of Economics, A.I. Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, Volga State Technological University, and representatives of Chinese universities and research organizations are participating in the conference. In addition to the extensive conference agenda in Kazan, colleagues discussed upcoming exciting Russian-Chinese scientific and practical events in Moscow in early December 2025, with the participation of the State University of Management.

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Diana Nesterova, a student at the State University of Management, performed a creative number on Chinese television during a program dedicated to the Mid-Autumn Festival.

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is associated with the legend of the moon goddess Chang'e and the family gathering to give thanks for the harvest. It is also celebrated in Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. The 15th day of the eighth lunar month is traditionally celebrated by exchanging gifts, releasing paper lanterns on rivers, and eating mooncakes. The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most popular in China, second only to the Chinese New Year in terms of scale. The festival commemorating it is called "Golden Week," and this year it ran from October 1st to 8th, which were public holidays.

Diana Nesterova, a fourth-year undergraduate student at the State University of Management, currently studying in the International Manufacturing Business program jointly with Ningbo University, was invited to represent Russian students on Chinese television in a program dedicated to this major holiday. The Chinese students sang the song "Moscow Nights," and Polina added her choreography.

"I know the Mid-Autumn Festival is very important to the Chinese people. I'm very glad that Russia and China are good friends. I think it's crucial for Russia to learn and understand the meaning of this holiday, as it's such a huge part of Chinese culture. It was a wonderful idea to combine Russian and Chinese cultures in one performance at such a large festival," Diana Nesterov said in an interview with Chinese journalists.

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The Polytechnic Institute of Civil Engineering held the grand opening of the international educational project "Digital Modeling of Cultural Heritage Sites in Russia and Cuba." Representatives of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg, the Technological University of Havana (CUJAE), and the National Council for Cultural Heritage of Cuba participated in the event. The project will run for one academic semester, until December 15, 2025.

The project is a follow-up to agreements reached between the universities during the St. Petersburg Days in Havana and Santiago de Cuba in 2024. The project is being implemented with the support of the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg, the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, and the National Council for Cultural Heritage of the Republic of Cuba.

The Russian side was represented at the event by Alexey Mikhailov, Chairman and First Deputy Chairman of the Committee for State Control, Use, and Protection of Historical and Cultural Monuments of St. Petersburg, and Ekaterina Kozyreva; Alexandra Komissarova, Deputy Director General of the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg; Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Contemporary Art; Mikhail Romanov, Responsible for International Activities of the Institute of Contemporary Art; Ksenia Strelets, Director of the Center for Additional Professional Programs at the Institute of Contemporary Art; Yegor Melekhin and Anna Korotkova, curators of the Russian student team and ISI faculty; Ekaterina Belyaevskaya, Head of the Department of International Interuniversity Cooperation at SPbPU; Taisiya Kletskina, Specialist of the Department of International Interuniversity Cooperation at SPbPU; and Leoandris Martinez Serrano, PhD student at the Graduate School of Cyber-Physical Systems Management.

The friendship between Russia and Cuba is not only a long history of mutual support and respect, but also an example of fruitful cooperation in science, technology, and culture. Today's project is further proof of how innovative approaches and modern technologies help strengthen our ties and preserve our priceless cultural heritage for future generations. By combining our efforts in technology and innovation, we are building bridges between our peoples, strengthening mutual understanding and cooperation," noted Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Civil Engineering Institute.

The main goal of the project is to develop long-term educational, scientific, and technical cooperation between SPbPU and CUJAE. Particular attention is paid to developing students' professional competencies in project management and the application of building information modeling (BIM) technologies for the digitalization, preservation, and restoration of cultural heritage sites.

During the project, students from Russia and Cuba are expected to collaborate in parallel, studying the principles of digital tools used in architectural research and developing design solutions aimed at preserving cultural heritage sites. This is essential and fundamental knowledge for modern restoration architects, and by honing it, specialists will achieve a high level of professionalism and mastery. I wish the project participants success in mastering new tools and achieving excellence in the use of familiar technologies, as well as maintaining a focus on developing the management systems that will be essential for the continued existence of the monument, noted Alexandra Komissarova, Deputy General Director of the Union of Restorers of St. Petersburg.

During the project, students will complete a comprehensive educational program: training seminars and courses on the history of Russian and Cuban architecture, digital modeling of architectural structures, the study of construction regulations and standards, and the use of specialized software and equipment. Participants will master a full range of skills, from archival data analysis and laser scanning to information modeling and the use of augmented and virtual reality technologies.

Each student team will work with cultural heritage sites from their own country. Russian students from the Civil Engineering Institute will explore the Kholomki estate of Prince Andrei Grigorievich Gagarin and the Church of the Ascension of the Lord in the village of Belskoye Ustye. Cuban students will focus on studying the headquarters of the Physics Faculty and the headquarters of the Mathematics and Computer Science Faculty of the University of Havana.

The Republic of Cuba was represented by the Ministry of Culture Nilsson Acosta Reyes, Director of the International Relations Office of CUJAE Luis Alberto Rueda Guzmán, Vice President of the National Council for Cultural Heritage of Cuba and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture of CUJAE Ruslan Muñoz Hernández, Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering of CUJAE Ingrid Fernández Lorquenzo, General Director of RESTAURA Enterprise Tatiana Fernández de los Santos, Director of Technical and Production Works of RESTAURA Enterprise Lojania Cruz Hernández, Vice Dean for Research, Postgraduate Programs and International Relations of the Faculty of Architecture of CUJAE, Coordinator of the Cuban Team Karen Sanabria Ortega, External Director of GeoCuba Business Group Sergio E. Ricardo Desdin, Project Coordinator, Representative of GEODESA José Carlos Núñez, Head of the Applied Mathematics and Geomatics Department Emilio Escartín Sauleda, Vice Dean for the Master's Program at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Dania Olga Abruy Hernandez, lecturer and consultants in ground surveying and 3D modeling Carlos Guerra Astorga and David Ernesto Chico Rodriguez.

Nilson Acosta Reyes, Vice President of the National Council for Cultural Heritage at the Cuban Ministry of Culture, noted: "The implementation of this technology for regulating and monitoring the condition of cultural sites, particularly historic buildings, will significantly improve the accuracy of collected data, streamline inspection and management decision-making processes, and develop effective measures to protect monuments from the effects of natural disasters, emergencies, and armed conflicts."

Also during the meeting, project curator Yegor Melekhin, assistant professor at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction, presented a detailed presentation of the project, outlining the scope of the work, the implementation timeline, and the key objectives of the participants.

Luis Alberto Rueda Guzmán, Director of CUJAE's International Relations Office, emphasized: "Our collaboration, which began last November, already includes two promising areas: research in mechanics and renewable energy, as well as the preparation of scientific publications. The participation of Cuban students from CUJAE at the SPbPU Winter University is particularly valuable; it represents a new step in the collaboration between our universities."

Upon completion, each team will submit a set of materials, including a digital information model of the site, a project presentation, and an informational booklet describing the key elements and objects of protection. The project's implementation will significantly contribute to the development of international cooperation in the field of cultural heritage preservation using modern digital technologies.

Our partnership with the Technological University of Havana is more than just academic collaboration; it's a strategic alliance where Russian engineering traditions meet the innovative approaches of our Cuban colleagues. Together, we are creating new standards for international cooperation in the digital preservation of cultural heritage. This project clearly demonstrates how higher education is becoming a driver not only of technological progress but also of strengthening intercultural dialogue," noted Dmitry Arsenyev, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs.

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A merger agreement was signed between the State University of Management and the Russian-African Network University consortium. SUM became the 100th university within the Russian-African Network University.

The RAFU Consortium aims to establish a voluntary, equal partnership between Russian and African universities and research organizations in the fields of higher education, lifelong learning, and research.

Minister of Science and Higher Education Valery Falkov noted that RAFU contributes to strengthening cooperation in education, science, and economic development between our country and the African continent, and serves as a bridge of friendship for students from Russia and Africa.

The State University of Management plans to actively participate in RAFU projects to implement joint educational programs with leading African universities and create new forms of inter-university cooperation, which will undoubtedly contribute to the development of Russian-African academic partnerships and strengthen intercultural dialogue between Russia and Africa.

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In 2025, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, as the coordinator of the Russian-African Network University consortium, led a project to reform higher education in the Republic of Mali, as well as develop a concept for the creation of the Polytechnic University of Bandiagara.

This project was initiated under an agreement between the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Republic of Mali and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. Ten leading universities participating in the RAFU project joined the project, each coordinating the development of core educational programs in one of ten priority areas of study for Mali. The Polytechnic University took on the responsibility for civil engineering and ecology.

A significant amount of organizational work has already been completed, expert groups have been formed for each area, and teaching and methodological complexes have been developed for more than 30 educational programs at the future Bandiagara Polytechnic University.

A key event in this process was the visit of an official delegation from the Republic of Mali to SPbPU, which arrived as part of the "Digital Research Leadership" program of the RAFU Summer Multidisciplinary University. The delegation included key experts responsible for the establishment of the University of Bandiagara: Ousmane Mariko, Advisor to the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Republic of Mali; Professor Yacouba Dao, Coordinator of Cooperation between Malian Universities and the Russian Federation; Ousmane Guindo, Rector of the newly established Polytechnic University of Bandiagara; and the future heads and coordinators of its faculties: Salif Nabounan Dembélé, Aboubacar Bengali, and Ali Kansay.

They held an official meeting with SPbPU Rector and RAFU Presidium Chairman Andrey Rudskoy. Participants included Dmitry Arsenyev, Vice-Rector for International Affairs; Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Civil Engineering Institute; Issa Togo, Honorary Consul of Mali in St. Petersburg and Associate Professor at the Institute of Civil Engineering; and Alla Mazina, Secretary of the RAFU Presidium. The partners discussed strategic issues related to reforming Mali's national education system. SPbPU Rector introduced his colleagues to Russian approaches to modernizing and transforming engineering education, as well as creating modern university campuses.

The Polytechnic will provide comprehensive support for reforming higher education in the Republic of Mali. We are ready to organize retraining and advanced training for your faculty. We will also be happy to accept Malian students into our educational programs at all levels," Andrei Ivanovich noted.

During the visit, the Malians completed a short-term internship. The topic was "Digital Technologies in Civil Engineering." This program is supervised by the Polytechnic University. The main working meeting was held at the Institute of Civil Engineering at SPbPU. Also participating were Maxim Terekh, Deputy Director for Academic and Methodological Work; Ksenia Strelets, Director of the Center for Continuing Professional Programs; Yuri Lazarev and Galina Kozinets, Directors of Higher Schools; and Mikhail Romanov, Personnel Manager for International Affairs.

Colleagues from Mali were introduced to the key competencies and infrastructure of the Institute of Civil Engineering. The delegation was given a tour of its cutting-edge laboratories. The guests visited innovation sites, including the Polytech MetaCampus center, the additive manufacturing and 3D printing lab, the Vysota research and education center, as well as modern laboratories for environmental monitoring, hydraulics, and innovative road construction materials. This allowed them to clearly demonstrate the university's practical potential for modernizing higher education in Mali.

Usman Guindo, Rector of the newly established Polytechnic University of Bandiagara, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: "Our university is being established in an area rich in various building materials. To utilize them effectively and ensure environmental conservation, we need to train highly qualified specialists. Therefore, the creation of a Faculty of Civil and Industrial Engineering is of utmost importance to us."

As part of the same Summer Multidisciplinary University, Malian representatives also visited other RAFU member universities overseeing agricultural technology, veterinary science, and animal husbandry—the St. Petersburg State Agrarian University and the St. Petersburg State University of Veterinary Medicine. Their Russian colleagues demonstrated their educational and scientific capabilities, which could form the basis for transforming these areas in Mali.

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Nguyen Thanh Cha, an energetic SPbPU student from Vietnam studying under the Russian government's quota for Vietnamese citizens, shared how she decided to come to Russia, the challenges she faced during her move, and why she enrolled at the Polytechnic University.

— Nguyen Thanh Cha, let's start from the very beginning. How did you end up in St. Petersburg?

It all started in Hanoi, at the Hanoi-Amsterdam High School for the Gifted. I studied English and Russian extensively. Russian culture fascinated me, and when my teacher told me about the competition for a Russian state scholarship, I decided, "This is my chance." The competition was rigorous—three rounds at the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Hanoi. When I found out I'd won, I couldn't believe it! My dream of studying abroad had come true, especially with such support.

— Why did you choose Polytechnic University and the Advertising and PR program?

"I studied reviews and photos. I was captivated by the modern campus, the vast grounds, and the many international students. And majoring in Advertising and Public Relations at the Humanities Institute was a conscious choice. Even in school, I was a media lover: I wrote articles, managed social media, and even worked as a freelance photographer. I love creating meaning and influencing perceptions.

— What were your first impressions of Russia and the Polytechnic University?

"My first impression when I left the airport was cold! But St. Petersburg immediately captivated me—so majestic! I got lost at the Polytechnic on my first day. The grounds are like a small city: spacious, green, with seven cafeterias. A student's paradise!"

Moving to another country is always a challenge. What practical difficulties did you encounter initially?

— Documents! So many papers, certificates, registrations… My head was spinning. It's good that now a foreign student at the Polytechnic University can get everything done in one place— at the Unified Service Center for Foreign Citizens (USSCF)And, of course, the language barrier. Although I studied Russian in school, I only became fluent after three months of preparatory courses. Thanks to the patient teachers!

— Speaking of the teachers, what impression did you get of them?

"I believe that love for a subject is born from the teacher. I was lucky at the Polytechnic University! The teachers here don't just impart theory—they spark interest. During lectures on the fundamentals of advertising, psychology, or visual communications, you feel the world of this profession unfold. I'm incredibly grateful to all my teachers, who inspire me to overcome any challenge."

— Tell us about your favorite places in St. Petersburg.

"I'm a museum buff! The Hermitage, the Russian Museum, the Kunstkamera… They're treasure troves! But most of all, I love just strolling. Strolling along the embankment, getting lost in the courtyards, feeling the breath of history. I recommend it to everyone—just go and see! St. Petersburg won't disappoint."

— What surprised you most about Russia after Vietnam?

— Besides the cold? The food! We have completely different tastes, spices, cooking methods. It was unusual at first, but now I love borscht and syrniki! And then there's the scale. The open spaces, the wide avenues, the high ceilings in the buildings. It's impressive.

— What are your plans for the future?

"The most important thing now is to successfully complete my bachelor's degree. And then—master's! I want to deepen my knowledge. Perhaps here at the Polytechnic, perhaps through an exchange. I have two whole years ahead of me, so I have plenty of time! And I also dream of seeing more of Russia: I've already been to Murmansk and Sortavala, and Kazan and the Golden Ring are on my list."

— Your advice to those thinking about studying in Russia?

"Don't be afraid! Yes, it will be cold, and the language and paperwork will be challenging. But it's definitely worth it. You'll get a quality education, a unique experience living in an amazing country, and meet friends from all over the world. Russia teaches resilience and opens hearts. The main thing is to take the first step, like I did!"

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University announces the launch of a new grant competition for international postgraduate students—Best International Grant for PhD (BIG PhD) 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for young talent to receive recognition and support for their scientific achievements.

At the Polytechnic University, this competition has become an annual event and is held as part of the Priority 2030 technological leadership program. A country's technological leadership begins with a strong engineering workforce—this is the foundation upon which innovation is built and true sovereignty is ensured. Universities, by training highly qualified specialists and creating cutting-edge research, are a key link in this chain. The BIG PhD program aims to reward the most active and promising international postgraduate students in engineering and the natural sciences. Participants are invited to showcase their scientific achievements: publications, grants, intellectual property, patents, conference presentations—everything that forms the basis of a successful academic career and leads to new applied research and technological discoveries.

Applications are now open and will run until October 15, 2025. Winners will receive not only honor and recognition but also financial rewards, including grants and awards from the university.

International graduate students completing their studies this year will unfortunately be unable to participate. For everyone else, this is a chance to showcase their talent and receive additional support for their research initiatives.

For me, winning the BIG PhD competition means international recognition and confidence that my research truly matters. The competition is impeccably organized, from the clear evaluation criteria to the support at every stage. "This is a case where your persistence meets support, and together they give birth to a true breakthrough," shared Gong Bowen, a PhD student at the Institute of Energy from China and a BIG PhD 2024 laureate.

Those wishing to take part in the competition can fill out the form and send it to the contacts provided. Here.

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On September 16, 2025, representatives of the National University of Management took part in a meeting with a Chinese delegation of representatives of television and media companies from Chengdu, the capital of China's Sichuan Province.

SUM was represented by Artur Arakelyan and Anna Akopyan, faculty members of the Department of Management in Culture, Film, Television, and Entertainment. The Chinese delegation included Yang Xiaoming, Deputy Director of the Chengdu City Internet Information Bureau; Li Gang, Editor-in-Chief of Chengdu Media Group and Chengdu Daily; Zhou Wenwen, CEO of Chengdu Broadcasting and Film Corporation; and other guests.

The main topics of the meeting were cooperation in the fields of film, media, electronics, and educational projects in the cultural and media spheres, as well as the implementation of educational programs for training management specialists in the fields of film, internet media, and television.

The meeting was organized under the auspices of the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade's foreign economic activity subordinate agencies. It was organized by the Consortium for Foreign Economic Activity and International State Cooperation in Industry. The IQ quarter of Moscow-City was chosen as the venue. Also present were representatives of major Russian telecommunications equipment manufacturers, such as the Telecommunications Equipment Consortium (ANO TKO).

The meeting confirmed the relevance and specific steps for cooperation in training management specialists in the fields of film, television, and online media.

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On September 12, a seminar was held at the National University of Management to mark the release of the fifth volume of Xi Jinping's book on public administration in Chinese and English and Xi Jinping's new initiative on global governance, which he put forward on September 1 at the expanded meeting of the SCO Plus in Tianjin.

From the Russian side, the main guests of honor at the meeting were the First Deputy Chairperson of the Russian-Chinese Friendship Society Galina Kulikova and the Executive Secretary of the Russian-Chinese Friendship Society Zukhra Sultanova.

The Chinese side was represented at the seminar by Minister Counsellor of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Russian Federation Zhao Wei, Attaché of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Russian Federation Li Xuanye, Executive Director of China International Investment Corporation Huaming Li Zheng, correspondent of the Economic Newspaper of the People's Republic of China Li Chunhui and Deputy Head of the Moscow Branch of Renmin Huabao Publishing House Hu Zhentao.

On behalf of the State University of Management, the attendees were greeted by Vice-Rector Dmitry Bryukhanov, who noted that the State University of Management is pleased to once again host the participants of the round table within its walls.

"Our university has a long tradition of cooperation with China: back in 1986, GUU signed the first cooperation agreement with the Harbin Polytechnic Institute. As for Xi Jinping's initiatives, they require comprehensive consideration, which is what experts, including the participants of today's meeting, will do. And our university is ready to continue to be innovative, open to accepting new ideas, especially if it benefits the development of our great countries," concluded Dmitry Bryukhanov.

Next, Galina Kulikova took the floor and shared her personal impressions of the grand parade on Tiananmen Square in honor of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese people's war of resistance against Japanese invaders and in World War II with the participation of 26 heads of foreign states and governments. Galina Veniaminovna, who has visited GUU for the first time, also noted the authority of the university in discussing the most pressing issues of Russian-Chinese relations.

In turn, the director of the Center for Socio-Economic and Political Research of China at the State University of Management (Center) Fanis Sharipov drew attention to the fact that the book "Xi Jinping on Public Administration" clearly demonstrates the consistent movement of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CC CPC) headed by Chairman Xi Jinping towards building a modernized socialist state in the context of a complex, constantly changing international situation. The expert paid special attention to the section devoted to issues of education, scientific and technological development and support for talents.

The new initiative of Xi Jinping on global governance was commented on by the leading research fellow of the Center Oleg Timofeev, who listed the main proposals of the Chairman of the CPC Central Committee on the sovereign equality of all countries, on the need to comply with international law, on compliance with the role and status of the UN based on the principle of multilateralism, etc.

Let us recall that earlier, the State University of Management hosted presentations of the fourth and third volumes of the book, and in 2024, a Chinese delegation visited the State University of Management to discuss cooperation opportunities.

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A significant international meeting took place at SPbPU. At the initiative of the Committee for External Relations of St. Petersburg and the Consulate General of Hungary, a visit of representatives of the Consulate and Embassy of Hungary in Russia took place at the Polytechnic University, aimed at restoring academic and scientific cooperation.

The delegation included Deputy Consul General of Hungary in St. Petersburg Bela Báthory and Attaché for Education, Science and Technology of the Embassy of Hungary in Russia András Márfi. Despite the difficult international situation, the Hungarian representatives particularly emphasized that science and education should remain outside politics. András Márfi and Báthory noted that Hungary consistently seeks opportunities to develop interaction and preserve existing developments in academic cooperation tracks with Russian universities, within the framework of accessible formats of international cooperation.

The negotiations were attended by the Vice-Rector for International Affairs Dmitry Arsenyev and employees of international services supervising international cooperation and academic mobility from the Polytechnic University. The meeting was held in a constructive manner and was devoted to finding practical ways to intensify cooperation between the universities of the two countries.

The central topic of discussion was scholarship support programs for students from Russia and Hungary. The current positive dynamics were noted. SPbPU provided detailed information on opportunities for Hungarian students in Russia, including quotas of the Russian Government and a unique project of the Global Universities Association — the international Olympiad "Open Doors: Russian Scholarship". Winning this Olympiad gives the right to free education in the bachelor's, master's or postgraduate programs of any leading Russian university, including SPbPU, regardless of the allocated quotas.

The parties discussed the resumption of student and faculty exchange programs, as well as prospects for creating joint educational programs, in particular in engineering, economics and biomedicine. The Russian side emphasized its readiness to sign new inter-university agreements, which will be preliminarily agreed upon with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia.

Dmitry Arsenyev recalled the long-standing and strong ties between SPbPU and its Hungarian colleagues, in particular with the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. An important step in developing the dialogue will be the upcoming meeting of the Russian-Hungarian intergovernmental commission in Moscow in December 2025, where a separate working group on higher education will operate. It is expected that representatives of the rectors' corps of both countries will take part in it.

The delegation's visit became a significant practical step in establishing direct contacts between the academic circles of Russia and Hungary. The parties agreed to intensify interaction in developing opportunities for scientific and educational cooperation.

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