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A national referendum on the adoption of a new constitution was held in Kazakhstan. International observers from the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly monitored the referendum at the invitation of Kazakhstan's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yermek Kosherbayev. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope that the constitutional reforms in Kazakhstan will contribute to the further strengthening of the alliance and comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.

Russia and Kazakhstan have long had strong ties, including in education and science. Andrey Rudskoy, Rector of the Polytechnic University, is an Honorary Professor of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. This is the university's highest award, given for outstanding contributions to the development of international scientific and educational cooperation.

"St. Petersburg and Almaty, Russia and Kazakhstan, are united by strong ties of friendship and professional cooperation," Andrei Ivanovich noted. "And for me, Kazakhstan is a small Soviet homeland, as I was born in the village of Tsabelevka in the Fyodorovsky District of the Kostanay Region of the Kazakh SSR."

Andrey Rudskoy specifically noted that model lawmaking is fundamental to the work of the CIS IPA Expert Council on Science and Education, enabling the implementation of international norms and principles at the national level that promote the development of all Commonwealth states. The council's experts are prominent scholars and specialists. During the formation of the CIS International Observer Mission, legal scholar and Doctor of Sciences Dmitry Mokhorov (deputy of the representative municipal body and director of the Higher School of Law and European Studies) was recommended by the academic community, at the request of the Rector of SPbPU.

During their work, international observers from the IPA CIS held working meetings with parliamentary senators and Majilis deputies, the heads of the Constitutional and Supreme Courts, the chairperson of the Central Election Commission and the head of the referendum commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of government agencies, and public associations. On election day, they visited 24 polling stations with Kyrgyz parliament deputies Temirlan Aitiev and Zhanybek Amatov. "I would like to note the active participation of Kazakhstani citizens in the referendum, the well-organized work of the election commissions, and strict adherence to national legislation and international standards regarding the free expression of the will of citizens," said Dmitry Mokhorov.

The CIS International Observer Mission monitored the constitutional referendum both in Kazakhstan and at polling stations abroad in nine countries. The observers assessed the facilities created for people with limited mobility, visual impairments, and hearing impairments, including an audio recording of the constitution in Kazakh and Russian, documents in Braille, and volunteer assistance.

Secretary General of the CIS IPA Council Dmitry Kobitsky thanked the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan and noted the high level of transparency of the referendum.

“We thank you for your attentive attention to the work of the observers at this important event for your country,” he emphasized.

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On March 18, the grand opening of the branded space of the Setl Group holding and the ISI directorate took place at the Civil Engineering Institute of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

The event was attended by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy, Setl Group Board Member Ilya Eremenko, Setl City (Setl Group) Executive Director Igor Vlashchenko, and SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering Director Marina Petrochenko.

The event was opened by SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy, who congratulated the students and staff of the institute on the creation of a modern space for study and communication.

For the university's leadership, events aimed at developing infrastructure and improving the quality of the educational environment for students are of great importance. Initiatives implemented with the participation of industrial partners and SPbPU alumni, who continue to support their university and contribute to its development, are particularly significant. Such interaction strengthens intergenerational ties and promotes the training of highly qualified specialists, noted Andrey Rudskoy.

Igor Vlaschenko, Executive Director of Setl City (Setl Group), and Ilya Eremenko, a member of the Setl Group Board of Directors, also delivered welcoming remarks. They noted the high level of training of Polytechnic students and expressed interest in a long-term partnership with the university.

The ceremony culminated in a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, led by Andrey Rudskoy, Igor Vlaschenko, Ilya Eremenko, and Marina Petrochenko. Afterward, the guests were introduced to the new area's functionality. This branded space is equipped for students to comfortably work and relax.

Students from the Civil Engineering Institute expressed their gratitude to the organizers: "We are very pleased and grateful for the new opportunities offered by the institute's updated infrastructure. The comfortable environment allows us to focus on our studies and professional development."

Students presented representatives of the Setl Group holding with commemorative sweatshirts from the Civil Engineering Institute.

The opening of this space is a logical continuation of the active educational collaboration between the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering and the Setl Group holding company. Previously, the institute launched joint educational intensives for third- and fourth-year undergraduate students majoring in Construction.

Throughout the semester, the holding's experts, together with ISI faculty, teach classes on "Project Management Fundamentals" and "Organization of Planning and Management in Construction." Students explore the key stages of construction project implementation and master the specialized SetlSoft ICONA software suite, used by Setl Group for project management. The first cohort of the intensive educational program concluded on March 18, 2026. Participants who successfully completed the program received certificates of completion. For the second cohort, the final stage of training will be a business simulation, in which students will work in teams to solve practical problems simulating real-life engineering work.

The event also included the opening of the Institute of Civil Engineering's administration office. The modernized space has become a focal point for students, providing convenient access to administrative services and fostering an atmosphere of openness between the institute's leadership and students.

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The opening ceremony of the joint international project marathon "Reconstruction of Industrial Facilities Using V.G. Shukhov's Spatial Structures" was held at the Institute of Civil Engineering of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. It was organized by the Institute of Civil Engineering and the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology. It will run from March 13 to June 22, 2026.

The Project Marathon is an interdisciplinary educational event that brings together students and experts from across the globe to collaborate on a challenging project. Students, as part of international teams, will develop a concept for the renovation of an industrial site in Xi'an, including architectural and structural solutions for historically valuable industrial sites using designs by the distinguished Russian engineer Vladimir Shukhov.

Vladimir Grigorievich Shukhov was the first in the world to calculate and create suspended and arched latticed spatial roofs, pioneering a new direction in construction. The buildings constructed according to his designs in the late 19th and early 20th centuries remain relevant today, retaining an aesthetically perfect and contemporary appearance. Vladimir Shukhov constructed buildings of this new type in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sevastopol, Vyksa, Maykop, Kronstadt, and elsewhere.

The Russian side was represented by Dmitry Arsenyev, Vice-Rector for International Affairs at SPbPU; Marina Petrochenko, Director of the Institute of Civil Engineering; Margarita Perkova, Director of the Higher School of Design and Architecture; Mikhail Romanov, Responsible for International Affairs at the Institute of Scientific Research; Elena Ladik and Alena Sheremet, Associate Professors at the Higher School of Design and Architecture; Alexandra Zatsepina, Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction; Natalia Braila, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Hydraulic and Power Engineering; and students from the Institute of Civil Engineering.

The Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology was represented by Li Yueyan, Director of the Belt and Road Initiative Joint Laboratory; Dang Yutian, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Architecture; Zhao Jingzhu, Vice Dean of the Faculty of International Education; Chen Jing, Director of the Academic Committee and Chief Master Class Instructor; Wu Guanyu, Deputy Director of the Faculty of Architecture; and Li Tao and Chen Yalan, Master Class Instructors.

Dmitry Arsenyev, Marina Petrochenko, and Li Yueyan delivered welcoming remarks. The key stages of the project's implementation were presented. The first introductory lecture, "Shukhov's Projects: Towers and Roofs," was dedicated to the architect's creative path and professional legacy, and was given by Elena Ladik, Associate Professor at the Higher School of Design and Architecture.

The marathon is held in a hybrid format, including online lectures and seminars led by faculty from both universities. A total of 40 students from Russia and China and six faculty mentors are participating in the project.

A key stage of the marathon will be a field trip to the design site in Xi'an, scheduled for April 9–15, 2026, and organized with the support of the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology. This will allow students to get to know each other better, gather the necessary data for their work, and gain valuable experience from their Chinese colleagues.

Polytechnic has been successfully using this format for a long time andhas been organizing student project marathons since 2018 In collaboration with international universities, students from different countries are brought together in intercultural teams to solve real-world engineering problems. This format allows them not only to apply their knowledge in practice but also to learn how to work in an international professional environment.

The marathon's results will be summarized at final presentations, which will be held remotely. Participants will present their projects and receive feedback from experts from both countries.

The marathon participants face a challenging and at the same time highly ambitious task. This is a unique opportunity to demonstrate engineering courage, following the example of Vladimir Shukhov, and to test their ability to work in an international team. I am confident that for students from Russia and China, this marathon will not only be an important educational experience, but also a true youth laboratory for engineering ideas, another step toward creating new engineering solutions that will combine the traditions of outstanding past masters with the technologies of the future and will be beneficial for our two leading engineering universities—the Polytechnic University and the Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology," noted Dmitry Arsenyev.

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The St. Petersburg Polytechnic University Institute of Civil Engineering, together with the developer RBI Group, organized an introductory internship for master's students in the international educational program "Civil Engineering." During the internship, the students visited the construction site of the Kuindzhi residential complex.

The event was attended by second-year master's students from 11 countries: China, Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, Ethiopia, Burundi, Zimbabwe, Sudan, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Afghanistan, as well as their Russian classmates. The tour was led by Natalia Braila, Associate Professor at the Institute of Hydrotechnical and Power Engineering (ISI) and Head of the Educational Program.

A visit to the residential complex under construction provided a unique opportunity for students to observe the modern construction methods and technologies used by leading developers in St. Petersburg today: from modern engineering systems to landscaping, structural systems, energy-efficient facades and translucent structures, digital coordination via a BIM model, and tender process management.

St. Petersburg has historically been and remains a place for implementing the most advanced technologies, from the construction of the first brick buildings on Vasilievsky Island to the construction of Europe's tallest skyscraper. Our goal, as one of the oldest technical universities in the country, is to share our achievements with talented specialists from friendly countries, who can contribute to the development of their own countries and bring their original ideas to our land. And it's important to us that we have the support of St. Petersburg's leading developers in this endeavor," emphasized SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

The tour was led by Sergey Neelov, Head of the RBI Group's Engineering Team, and Taisiya Zelenkova, Director of Information Policy and Communications at RBI Group. During the visit, the specialists explained the project's features to the students and answered their questions.

The event included a tour of the facility's main areas: the architectural design and layout of the exterior, underground parking, apartment units, and the technical rooms supporting the building's utility systems. Of particular interest was the opportunity to examine the utility systems during the installation phase, prior to finishing work, allowing future specialists to thoroughly examine the logic behind the systems' placement and operating principles.

The graduate students also learned about the concept behind the residential complex's name. They were introduced to the philosophy behind the name "Kuindzhi," which reflects the connection between the building's architectural image and the creative legacy of artist Arkhip Kuindzhi, renowned for his mastery of light and color. This example demonstrated the potential for integrating artistic and engineering approaches in creating a comfortable urban environment.

Our mission is not only to develop urban areas through our projects but also to pass on our experience to talented young people and future generations. We actively collaborate with the Polytechnic University, holding lectures and discussions, and now also practical tours for young engineers and construction workers. Without this transfer of experience, the further development of the industry, and with it the development of the economy and the country, would be impossible," noted Eduard Tiktinsky, President of the RBI Group and Honorary Professor of SPbPU.

Eduard Tiktinsky more than once met with students of SPbPU and gave lectures. At these meetings, he shares his experiences, secrets of personal effectiveness and developing new skills with students, helping them find their path and profession. Since 2025, the President of RBI has held the title Honorary Professor of SPbPUEduard Tiktinsky is also known for his support of young entrepreneurs and as an expert in education. In 2017, he initiated the creation of the non-profit educational project "School of Future Leaders" for talented and motivated high school students. It now brings together over 200 participants—schoolchildren, students, and university graduates. Eduard Tiktinsky's lectures, presentations, and discussions at various business clubs invariably draw full houses.

"It was a fantastic experience for our group. Watching the construction of a residential complex in real life, especially with the team working diligently even in the snow, was fascinating and inspiring," noted Master's student Anas Ahmed.

"I really enjoyed the tour, from the beautiful façade to the underground parking, water supply, heating, and low-voltage systems, apartments, and the control room. For me, it was a clear confirmation of the high level of the Russian engineering school, which my mentor in Nigeria, architect Christian Uloko, had told me about," commented master's student Ndur Aondona Elijah.

"The tour of the RBI construction site was a profound practical lesson in quality, safety, and organizational discipline in modern construction. We saw all the key areas of the site—from the underground parking garage with utility systems to the apartment. I was particularly impressed by RBI's philosophy—a balance of innovation and strict control that allows for the creation of reliable and beautiful buildings. For me, as a future engineer, this visit was clear confirmation that construction is not just about calculations and materials, but about respect for the plan and uncompromising quality at every stage. I thank the Institute of Strategic Studies and RBI for this invaluable experience," said Master's student Umar Khazrat.

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Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University strengthened its position in the federal project "Active Measures to Promote Employment" by the end of 2025, demonstrating improved performance and consistent quality of training.

The goal of the "Active Measures to Promote Employment" project is to help citizens improve their skills and improve their employability or change professions free of charge. The Polytechnic University became a participant in the project following a competitive selection process in 2025. The Labor and Employment Committees of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region, as well as employment centers, played a key role in its practical implementation. This collaboration ensured that educational programs meet the regional economy's workforce needs.

In 2025, training was conducted in areas tailored to in-demand professions. The focus was on engineering and technical specialties, digital technologies and modeling, construction, and management and service competencies. Industrial safety programs were also launched with expert support from the Northwestern Department of Rostekhnadzor. A total of nine educational programs for professional retraining, advanced training, and vocational training were implemented, some of which were developed based on individual employer requests. The most popular advanced training programs were "Lean Manufacturing," "Artificial Intelligence Systems Specialist," as well as professional retraining programs "Industrial Safety, Occupational Health, and the Environment at Hazardous Production Facilities," and "Industrial and Civil Construction."

Particular attention was paid to the learning format. The university maintained the academic depth of its programs while ensuring flexibility. In-person modules were combined with access to video materials and digital resources, allowing students to combine their studies with their professional activities. The proportion of students completing their studies while working reached 80%.

Students note the high professionalism of the instructors, the quality of the materials provided, the well-organized learning process, and the content's adaptability for beginning professionals. They particularly appreciated the access to materials on the university's educational portal, which allows students to return to previous material at any time and further explore complex topics. This flexibility creates a comfortable learning environment and allows students to effectively combine their studies with their professional activities.

"I thank the university for the opportunity to undergo professional retraining without interrupting my work and family. The educational process is organized systematically and accessible, especially for those just beginning to explore a new field. Special thanks to the faculty for their attentive guidance and support. The training was comfortable and informative," said program participant Irina Krasnova.

The main outcome was the practical effectiveness of the training. Of the 660 program participants, 601 (91%) were employed or continued working based on their new or expanded qualifications. Monitoring was conducted jointly with regional employment services for several months after the programs' completion. This high employment rate confirms the practical nature of the training and its alignment with labor market needs.

"Rebooting the project's format helped us significantly increase student reach and achieve sustainable employment rates. In 2026, we will scale up the model, strengthening the industry-specific focus of our programs and expanding our engagement with employers and regions," noted Ivan Kurta, Head of the Directorate for Continuing Education and Industry Partnerships.

SPbPU's experience was presented at key expert forums, including the All-Russian Personnel Forum and the St. Petersburg International Labor Forum. The university demonstrated a model for integrating fundamental academic training with applied industrial solutions, as well as an approach to developing continuing education programs in line with long-term economic and technological leadership needs.

The project's implementation resulted from the consolidation of competencies across the university's relevant departments. Significant contributions were made by the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade; the Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems Laboratory of the Advanced Engineering School "Digital Engineering"; the Civil Engineering Institute; and the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport. University faculty, industry representatives, and industry expert community representatives were involved in the program implementation. In collaboration with the SPbPU Human Resources Directorate, university staff also received the opportunity to participate in the project's training programs.

The results of 2025 allowed the university to expand its participation in the project in 2026. SPbPU's ecosystem of continuing professional education confirmed the effectiveness of its model by qualifying from three federal project providers. In the first half of the year, 18 new programs are planned to be launched and the total enrollment to over 2,000 students.

In 2026, the list of areas will be expanded to address technological leadership and engineering competency development. Priorities include artificial intelligence systems, industrial and environmental safety, oil and gas, mining, industrial process automation, construction, bioengineering solutions, and industrial tourism. The programs will be implemented beyond St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region.

Today, the university is addressing its human resources needs within the framework of long-term technological development. We are shaping the program content so that graduates are prepared for real-world industrial and management challenges. The expansion of the quota for 2026 confirms the effectiveness of this model, emphasized Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education.

Thus, SPbPU's participation in the federal project "Active Measures to Promote Employment" in 2025 has become an effective tool for training personnel focused on sustainable employment, improving the skills of citizens, and supporting the technological development of the economy.

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The second student career forum, "IPMEiT Career: A Step into the Future," was held at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade at SPbPU. The event brought together students, faculty, and representatives of leading employers for professional dialogue. This year, the forum attracted over 300 participants.

The forum was held in the format of a career day. Organized by students from the Institute of Mechanics and Technology (IPMET), it brought together 26 partner companies. The program included a job fair, lectures by employers, master classes, practical interactive sessions, and a roundtable discussion with business representatives. All events were aimed at developing relevant professional competencies, soft skills, and guiding students toward a meaningful career path.

Vladimir Shchepinin, Director of the Institute of Mechanics and Technology, addressed the participants: "I am sincerely grateful to our partners who came today and helped organize such a wonderful event, as well as to the youth initiative, thanks to which this event is being held for the second time. Opening the forum, I hope that all participants will receive maximum useful information and opportunities for their professional development."

Company representatives presented internship programs and vacancies for young professionals, conducted express interviews, and shared practical career case studies. When selecting employers, special attention was paid to ensuring that their offers covered all IPMEIT educational programs. Participants included market leaders and strategic partners of Polytechnic University: VTB Bank, Baltika, Alfa-Bank, Gazprombank, Gazpromneft-Snabzhenie, Gazprom TsPS, Lenta Group, B1 Group, St. Petersburg State Public Institution "Multifunctional Center for the Provision of State and Municipal Services," Cort Inn Hotel, Simetra, and others.

HR consultations were a separate feature of the forum. Students had the opportunity to meet individually with recruiting specialists and review their own resumes. Participants asked questions about the structure and content of the document, received professional feedback, and learned which criteria are truly important to recruiters when selecting candidates for internships and entry-level positions.

The educational program included a master class by Trust Technologies JSC on building a flexible career path, a case study conducted jointly with Gazprom TsPS, and a training session by the Polikapital platform on key competencies for launching your own project, led by Ivan Khlamov, Head of the Youth Policy Department.

"For me, the forum wasn't just an opportunity to learn about job openings, but also to personally interact with company representatives and understand what skills are truly in demand. The quick interviews and resume reviews were particularly helpful. This helped me identify my strengths and areas for growth. After these events, I gain a clear understanding of where to go next and how to chart my career path," shared Vasily Sherenkov, a third-year Management student.

The forum also featured a roundtable discussion, "University and Employers: Aligning Competencies and Expectations," attended by representatives from IPMEIT's graduate schools, the Youth Trajectory Center, the Polytechnic University's Career Development Department, and partner companies. During the moderated panel discussion, participants outlined key skills for future specialists, discussed the reasons for graduate rejections, and emphasized the need to strengthen the applied component of training.

"The second forum demonstrated how important it is for students to have the opportunity to directly interact with employers," noted Anastasia Nikitina, the forum's lead organizer and a fourth-year Management student. "We've taken last year's feedback into account and made the program even more engaging, as well as introduced a gamified system to increase participant engagement. Seeing student interest and company activity is the best indicator that we're moving in the right direction."

The second "IPMEIT Career: Step into the Future" forum confirmed the sustainability of the institute's new tradition and became a significant event in the Polytechnic University's career agenda. The organizers plan to further develop the format and expand the number of partners so that every IPMEIT student can confidently take the next step into their professional future.

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Representatives of Gazprom Neft paid a working visit to Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The key topic of the meeting was summing up the results of joint work for 2025 and strategic planning for further development within the framework of the Priority 2030 program in the KNTN-3 area "Development of Artificial Intelligence Technologies," headed by Yuri Fomin, SPbPU Vice-Rector for Research.

The event was attended by company executives and experts, as well as the Polytechnic University's research team, which comprises four key structures.

Gazpromneft-Polytech Scientific and Educational Center. Laboratory for Digital Modeling of Industrial Systems. Laboratory for Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems. Laboratory for Modeling Technological Processes and Design of Power Equipment.

The meeting participants focused on discussing the results achieved last year and approving roadmaps for 2026 in five priority areas.

Using AI to Process Primary Field Surveys (the GeT project) involves developing algorithms to automate the interpretation of geophysical data in the early stages of exploration. Creating a concept for new seismic data processing methods based on neural networks involves increasing the accuracy and speed of seismic signal processing for the construction of detailed subsurface models. Digital Modeling: developing an approach to evolutionary refinement of an ensemble of geological and hydrodynamic models (Evo Modeling) involves creating dynamically updated models of oil and gas assets capable of adapting to incoming data. Risk Management: implementing intelligent systems to support robust decision-making under uncertainty—tools that help select optimal field development strategies taking into account multiple factors. An AI assistant to support the activities of systems engineers in the energy sector is an intelligent assistant that automates routine tasks and helps specialists focus on complex engineering solutions.

The KNTN-3 project, implemented in close cooperation with Gazprom Neft, demonstrates the effectiveness of the "science-education-industry" partnership model. Joint developments are already being applied in real-world production processes, reducing time and cost.

We are developing specific roadmaps that will yield measurable results within a year. Our laboratories operate as a unified mechanism, and the involvement of our industrial partner at all stages—from problem setting to implementation—allows us to create solutions that are truly in demand by the industry," noted Yuri Fomin.

Gazprom Neft's Director of Science, Mars Khasanov, praised the results of their joint work and emphasized the importance of developing AI. He stated that the agreements reached will take their collaboration to a new level, ensuring the integration of Polytechnic University's cutting-edge developments into the company's production processes.

The partners approved work plans for 2026 and agreed to regularly monitor interim results to promptly adjust tasks.

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At SPbPU onII All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference "Innovative Approaches in Urban Development: Science, Education, Practice" A project session entitled "High-Rise Construction in the Leningrad Region" was held. The event was organized by the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University's Institute of Civil Engineering for senior undergraduate and graduate students from specialized universities in St. Petersburg.

The co-organizers were the Arch-Event Association of Architects and the Council for Architecture and Urban Development of the Leningrad Region and Northwest Russia under the Union of Architects of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. The session partner was the company Rechnoy Fasad. The curator was Maria Drebezgova, Associate Professor at the Institute of Contemporary Art's Higher School of Design and Architecture.

Before the project began, participants attended introductory lectures from leading practicing architects from Moscow and St. Petersburg. Anton Nadtochiy, an architect and member of the Moscow Union of Architects, presented a paper titled "New Urban Planning Approaches and High-Rise Construction," in which he outlined contemporary trends in urban fabric formation. Anna Shtepa, chief architect of Apex Design Bureau, revealed the intricacies of "Design Features of High-Rise Urban Complexes at the Initial Stage," focusing on engineering and technical aspects.

A separate lecture by Natalia Furman, Director of the Architecture and Design Department at SM Arkitekter, was devoted to the influence of architectural structures on the image of territories. Using practical examples, the lecturer demonstrated how an innovative approach can transform ordinary buildings into a magnet.

Following the lectures, teams of students from the Institute of Social Studies of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (SPbPU) began working on two development sites: in Kudrovo (Zanevskoye Settlement) and the southern part of Murino. Over the course of four hours, under the guidance of experienced architects and university professors, the participants developed and formulated their territorial development concepts.

The SPbPU teams were led by Arseniy Mamoshin, chief project architect at the Mamoshin Architectural Studio, and Oleg Manov, head of the FUTURA-ARCHITECTS studio. The teams were mentored by Galina Bardina and Alexandra Zatsepina, senior lecturers at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction.

The team, supervised by Galina Bardina, presented a concept that envisions forming an architectural ensemble from several volumes, varying in number of stories. The design is based on constructivist principles, inspired by the Leningrad avant-garde, with an emphasis on the geometric purity of form.

The team, supervised by Alexandra Zatsepina, based their composition on the principle of hyperbole: the concept begins with horizontal elements and progresses to a dominant vertical feature. This helps seamlessly connect the existing development with the new high-rise.

Upon completion of their work, the students presented their projects to the session's expert council. The experts noted the high professional level and diversity of approaches. They also praised the students' insightful assessment of the role of the designed skyscrapers in the agglomeration development of two adjacent constituent entities of the Russian Federation.

The students proved they have the courage to dream and the talent to transform those dreams into architecture. The task of professionals is to teach them to live up to this courage in the face of the real urban fabric, noted the organizers from Arch-Event in their closing remarks.

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In 2026, the International Institute for Monitoring Democracy Development of the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly (IIMDD IPA CIS) celebrated its 20th anniversary. The IMDD was established to exchange information, summarize best practices in the development of democracy and parliamentarism, and respect for citizens' electoral rights. It has four branches (Baku, Bishkek, Yerevan, and Chisinau).

Andrey Rudskoy, Rector of the Polytechnic University, congratulated Dmitry Kobitsky, Secretary-General and Head of the Secretariat of the Council of the Interparliamentary Assembly of the Member Nations of the Commonwealth of Independent States, on the institute's anniversary. Andrey Ivanovich noted that the IIMRD's current activities represent a significant contribution to the development of parliamentary traditions and the strengthening of the rule of law in the Commonwealth states. In the year of its 20th anniversary, the institute is rightfully the pride of the Interparliamentary Assembly and a symbol of its commitment to deepening integration and mutual trust. The Rector of SPbPU emphasized that, as Chairman of the Expert Council on Science and Education at the IPA CIS, he sees how, thanks to the institute's immediate director, Professor Ivan Mushket, the IIMRD has not only strengthened its position but also significantly expanded its horizons. The director of the institute has managed to unite a highly professional community around him, whose daily work serves to improve legislation, implement democratic standards, and foster a legal culture among citizens.

In honor of the IIMRD's anniversary, the International Scientific and Practical Conference "Forming Trust in the Institution of Elections and Referendums: The Role of International Observation" was held at the Tauride Palace.

The event brought together parliamentarians, leaders and representatives of international organizations, government bodies and election administration agencies, public organizations, as well as scholars and experts from both CIS member states and other regions of the world.

Valentina Matvienko, Chairperson of the IPA CIS Council and Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, sent a greeting to the participants.

Welcoming remarks were also delivered by the Chairman of the CIS Economic Court, German Nurbaev; the Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Nurlan Yermekbaev; the Executive Secretary of the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly and Head of the CSTO PA Secretariat, Sergei Pospelov; the Chairman of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Belarus, Sergei Sivets; and the Chairman of the Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation, Valery Zorkin.

CIS Secretary-General Sergey Lebedev noted the IPA CIS's effective participation in monitoring elections and referendums, which enables analysis and objective assessment of the development of the electoral sphere in the Commonwealth.

The event was moderated by Ivan Mushket.

One of the key events was Dmitry Kobitsky's presentation on "International Election and Referendum Observation in a Multipolar World: Objectivity and Trust." International observation should not be an instrument of surveillance or pressure, but a platform for equal professional dialogue, based on voluntariness, reciprocity, and respect for sovereignty. These principles are enshrined in key CIS documents: the 2002 Convention and the 2008 IPA CIS Declaration, which set standards for impartial and constructive monitoring. Over 32 years, the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly has participated in the observation of 167 election campaigns, and the International Institute for Monitoring Democracy Development, established in 2006, provides methodological, analytical, and scientific support for these missions. This accumulated experience allows us not only to improve observation within the Commonwealth but also to participate in monitoring beyond its borders.

Representatives of the Polytechnic University are traditionally included among the expert observers from the CIS IPA.

A roundtable discussion entitled "Artificial Intelligence and Its Application in the Electoral Process: A Comprehensive Approach and Legislative Regulation" was held at the International Scientific and Practical Conference, chaired by Dmitry Mokhorov, Director of the Higher School of Law and Forensic Science at SPbPU. The discussion attracted the attention of specialists in electoral law and the electoral process in the Commonwealth of Independent States. The panel featured over 20 presentations on current issues related to the use of artificial intelligence in the electoral process and its legal regulation. Participants placed particular emphasis on countering election influence in all its forms, including through the use of modern technologies and artificial intelligence.

Faculty and students from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University took part in the conference.

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Denis Usanov, Deputy Chairman of the St. Petersburg Transport Committee, delivered a lecture at the Institute of Industrial Management, Economics, and Trade. He discussed key trends and prospects for the development of the city's public transportation system. The event marked a significant milestone in the university's practice-oriented collaboration with government agencies.

The lecture, organized by residents of the Public Administration Laboratory (PAL) student association, was held in the format of an open dialogue. Denis Usanov spoke in detail about the modernization of the metropolis's transportation system, including rolling stock upgrades, the implementation of digital passenger flow management services, route network improvements, and the development of electric transport. The speaker paid special attention to the integration of new residential areas into the city's unified transportation infrastructure.

The presentation was followed by a discussion in which students asked questions about fare policy, passenger service quality, and employment prospects for young professionals in the transport industry. The audience's keen interest confirmed the relevance of such meetings, which allow future managers to directly interact with public sector practitioners.

St. Petersburg is currently one of Russia's leaders in digitalization and the implementation of innovative transportation technologies. Our strategic goal is to create a "smart city" where the traditions of classic St. Petersburg are harmoniously combined with future solutions. Collaboration with universities is particularly important in this process: it is here that the competencies and ideas that will shape the development of the city's transportation system are developed," Denis Usanov emphasized.

The university's collaboration with the relevant committee has been systematically developing for several years. Students complete internships in departments, participate in applied research, and prepare analytical projects and final theses on transport policy. Faculty from the Graduate School of Public Administration also serve on the committee's public council, participating in expert evaluations of initiatives and discussions of strategic decisions in the industry. These types of interactions develop students' practical understanding of public administration mechanisms and contribute to the development of specialists focused on solving real-world urban challenges.

"It's crucial for us that future managers understand the decision-making mechanisms in urban management," says Vladislav Protasovitsky, a fourth-year student majoring in State and Municipal Administration and secretary of the Public Administration Laboratory. "Denis Sergeyevich's lecture isn't just an overview of trends; it's a dialogue about the challenges facing the city's transportation system. I'm confident that such meetings motivate students to choose complex but interesting topics for their research and to further their careers by focusing on the development of their home city."

Such meetings are particularly valuable because they provide an opportunity to directly interact with government officials and ask questions about management practices. After the lecture, it became much clearer how decisions are made in the city's transportation system and what competencies are truly in demand in this area, noted Ekaterina Guryanova, a second-year Management student.

"It's especially important for IPMEIT that our students have the opportunity to directly interact with representatives of relevant government agencies and industry experts. Such meetings foster a practical understanding of the profession, help relate theoretical knowledge to existing management tasks, and strengthen the university's partnership with the professional community," said Maxim Ivanov, IPMEIT Deputy Director for Promising Projects and Youth Policy and mentor at the LPU.

Finally, the organizers announced the launch of a new thematic track within the student association, dedicated entirely to the transport development of St. Petersburg. The program includes a practical case study presented by the relevant committee, field trips to industry sites, and a series of expert meetings. This initiative aims to further strengthen the partnership between the university and government bodies, as well as to develop students' competencies in demand in the modern public administration system.

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