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Denis Manturov met with the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Denis Manturov. The meeting discussed key areas of multifaceted bilateral cooperation and prospects for developing cooperative ties.

Denis Manturov met with the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

November 10, 2025

Denis Manturov met with the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

November 10, 2025

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Denis Manturov met with the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev

The President of Kazakhstan noted the active and coordinated work of the two governments, thanks to which Russia consistently remains one of the country's leading trade and economic partners. He also noted that Russia is one of the leaders in terms of the pace and volume of investment in Kazakhstan's economy.

In turn, Denis Manturov expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and confirmed Russia's commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation across a wide range of areas. He emphasized that a solid foundation has already been established for implementing joint projects.

The head of Kazakhstan awarded Denis Manturov the Order of Dostyk (Friendship), 1st class, for his significant contribution to socio-economic and cultural development, as well as strengthening friendship and cooperation between the peoples of the two countries.

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Financial News: Finuslugi and Alfa Capital Launch Seventh Signature Fund

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On November 10, 2025, the financial marketplace Finuslugi and the management company Alfa Capital began selling shares of the open-end mutual fund "Balanced Opportunities." The fund's portfolio is managed by Alexey Linetsky, author of the blog "Alexey Linetsky."

The fund invests in Russian company stocks, as well as government and corporate bonds. The portfolio's allocations are adjusted to the current economic situation. When market expectations improve, the share of stocks increases, while during periods of volatility, the emphasis shifts to bonds.

When establishing portfolio positions, the fund's creator focuses on fair value and predetermined target values. Decisions on trades and rebalancing are based on fundamental and technical analysis, behavioral factors, and macroeconomic indicators.

Igor Alutin, Senior Managing Director for Retail Business and the Finuslugi Marketplace at Moscow Exchange:

"The addition of new names to our signature funds is a direct reflection of investor demand. Each author brings promising strategies and personal expertise, as well as a vision for future securities market dynamics. We believe the Balanced Opportunities mutual fund strategy is optimal, as it includes both stocks and bonds in the portfolio. In this case, bonds look attractive in a high key rate environment, while stocks have growth potential should the Bank of Russia ease its monetary policy in the future."

Elena Chikulaeva, director of strategy at Alfa Capital Management Company:

"In a highly volatile market, balanced strategies are seeing increased demand. They offer an attractive diversification mechanism that allows you to capitalize on growth opportunities while strictly managing your risk levels. They offer a transparent and structured solution for investors focused on sustainable results."

The new fund is available to non-qualified investors. Shares can be purchased on the Moscow Exchange's Finuslugi marketplace, through the mobile app, and on the official website of Alfa Capital Asset Management. The total expense and fee limit stipulated by the fund's trust management rules is 2.6% of the average annual net asset value. There is no commission on the purchase or sale of shares.

The Balanced Opportunities mutual fund is a continuation of the proprietary strategies project launched in April 2025 with the goal of making investing more personalized and understandable. The fund is the seventh in a series that combines the experience of managers with the strategies of financial influencers.

Finuslugi is a money marketplace created by the Moscow Exchange. On Finuslugi, you can open bank deposits, take out cash loans, purchase mutual fund shares, public bonds from companies and Russian regions, as well as compulsory motor insurance (OSAGO), comprehensive motor insurance (CASCO), mortgage insurance, property insurance, and other products. You can top up your Finuslugi account commission-free using the Faster Payment System (FPS) 24/7. The service can be used regardless of region, anywhere in Russia and worldwide. Learn more on the website. http://finuslugi.ru.

Alfa Capital Management Company is one of the largest asset management companies in the market. Founded in 1996, Alfa Capital Management Company is a pioneer in managing assets for private, institutional, and corporate investors.

Contact information for media: 7 (495) 363-3232PR@moex.com

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Dmitry Grigorenko: All photos and videos will be taken by inspectors using the "Inspector" app.

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Inspectors will only use the "Inspector" mobile app to take photos and record videos during inspections and professional visits. A number of government decrees have been signed amending relevant regulations regarding types of inspections. This decision will make the interaction between inspectors and entrepreneurs more transparent. The app will also be designated the primary tool for remote inspections.

The pilot implementation of the "Inspector" app began in May 2024. During this time, inspectors from various agencies used it to conduct nearly 8,000 remote inspections and preventative measures. The total duration of these video conference sessions was 7,962 hours (the volume is 6.56 TB). All these materials will be stored on secure servers for five years. Roszdravnadzor is the leading user of the app (in the first nine months of 2025, 43% of inspections were conducted through the "Inspector" app).

"The 'Inspector' mobile app is a modern monitoring tool. It makes inspection and preventative maintenance procedures even more transparent and convenient. All photo and video recordings are stored on servers. In some cases, time and resource costs are significantly reduced by eliminating the need for an inspector to physically be on-site," commented Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko.

The app is now designated as the primary tool for photo and video recording. Corresponding amendments have already been made to 80 regulations on types of oversight. For example, to the Regulation on Federal State Control (Supervision) of the Quality and Safety of Medical Activities and the Regulation on Licensing Activities in the Field of the Use of Infectious Disease Agents in Humans and Animals. Amendments will be made to nine more regulations by the end of the year.

Preventive and inspection visits, raids, and on-site inspections can be conducted remotely using the mobile app. The regulations also require inspectors to take all necessary photos and videos during on-site visits only through the "Inspector" app. The regulations note that the use of photography and video recording to document violations of mandatory requirements is carried out in accordance with Russian legislation on the protection of state and official secrets.

Authorization in the mobile app is done through the Gosuslugi website. The app tracks the geolocation of the person being monitored and can detect geolocation spoofing. Photo and video footage is stored on secure servers. Both the entrepreneur and the inspector have access to a five-year history of all inspections and preventive measures conducted using the app. This archive, for example, can serve as a tool for appealing inspection results.

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A RUDN University graduate student won half a million rubles for her development at the UMNIK-2025 competition.

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Source: Peoples'Friendship University of Russia

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Yulianna Morozova, a postgraduate student at the RUDN University Engineering Academy, was named a finalist in the UMNIK-2025 competition, a prestigious project of the Foundation for Assistance to Small Innovative Enterprises (FASI). She received an individual grant of 500,000 rubles for research in the field of "H3. New Materials and Chemical Technologies."

In total, UMNIK-2025 received over 3,300 applications from across the country in six key areas: digital technologies, medicine and health-preserving technologies, new materials and chemical technologies, new devices and intelligent manufacturing technologies, biotechnology, and resource-saving energy. Following a competitive selection process, 500 applications were recommended for funding.

Liquid rubber binder

Yulianna presented a research project at the competition on the topic: "Development of polymer concrete based on liquid rubber: an innovative material for the production of building structures with high chemical resistance to aggressive environments."

"In Russia, with its wide range of industrial facilities and developed chemical, mining, and processing industries, building materials lack sufficient resistance to aggressive environmental influences, including acids, alkalis, and salts. This leads to rapid structural deterioration. Therefore, in 2023, when I was choosing a topic for my PhD dissertation, my supervisor, Galina Okolnikova, suggested exploring a little-studied area of developing a new class of high-strength, crack-resistant, and chemically resistant building materials that combine the advantages of elastomers and traditional concrete," says Yuliana Morozova.

According to the girl, the novelty of this material lies in the use of liquid rubber as the main polymer binder. The preliminary results of the study have already been published in scientific papers at the Higher Attestation Commission level and presented at various scientific conferences, including the BRICS conference.

"To implement the project, Galina Erikovna and I are working on selecting the composition and production technology for a composite material based on liquid rubber, conducting practical tests at the RUDN laboratory, and planning to file a patent application," says Yuliana Morozova.

As the graduate student notes, her experience writing scientific articles for publication in the Scopus, Higher Attestation Commission (VAK), and Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI) databases, as well as more than six years of participation in national and international conferences, including receiving a grant from the President of the Russian Federation during her master's degree, continue to inspire her to develop and achieve new achievements in the field of construction.

The fruit of hard work

According to her supervisor, Galina Okolnikova, a PhD candidate in engineering, Yulianna's professional approach and desire to develop in the construction industry caught her attention when she enrolled at RUDN University. Previously, the graduate student successfully completed her bachelor's and master's degrees (with honors) at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University and was accepted to our university on a scholarship.

"Yulianna's victory is a clear testament to the fruits of her persistent and long-term work on developing an innovative material. Our research is aimed at producing a composite material, Cautone, for the production of building structures operating under high mechanical loads and aggressive chemical environments. We expect to obtain a material with increased durability, resistance to acids, salts, and cyclic loads," says Galina Okolnikova.

An associate professor in the Department of Construction Technologies and Structural Materials at RUDN University emphasizes that the university laboratory where they are conducting their research is equipped with cutting-edge, modern equipment, allowing them to practice key production processes. The grant will help implement a promising project with significant practical implications for the construction industry.

About the FSI and the UMNIK competition

The Foundation for Assistance to Small Innovative Enterprises in Science and Technology (FSI) is a non-profit organization whose key goal is to provide financial support to young scientists and small businesses engaged in scientific research with high commercialization potential.

The UMNIK program is one of the Foundation's projects, aimed at supporting commercially oriented scientific and technical projects by young innovators. Young people aged 18 to 35, Russian citizens, and who have not previously won the program are eligible to participate. Finalists receive 500,000 rubles for 12 months to continue their research and implement their proposed project.

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We invite international students to participate in a survey about studying conditions in Russia.

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Attention international students! We invite you to participate in a sociological survey. The study is being conducted at the initiative of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation as part of the International Forum of Foreign Graduates of Soviet and Russian Universities. The goal of the survey is to promote comfortable living and studying conditions for foreign citizens in Russia.

You can take the survey until November 14.

Join the survey: your answers will help make your life and studies in Russia more comfortable, productive, and interesting!

Link to the survey

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SPbGASU's experience in integrating educational design and professional practice was presented at the Architecton forum.

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Speech by Andrey Surovenkov (center)

In late October and early November, the second Architekton festival took place in St. Petersburg. It brought together architects, urbanists, designers, artists, developers, students, and anyone interested in architecture. Organized by the Union of Architects of St. Petersburg, the festival's partners included the Government of St. Petersburg, the Committee for Urban Development and Architecture, the Committee for Culture of St. Petersburg, the Leningrad Region Urban Development Policy Committee, the ETALON Group, Setl Group, DOM.RF, and the professional development leadership program Architects.rf.

On November 2, as part of the "Arkhitekton" forum, Andrey Surovenkov, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, participated in a roundtable discussion titled "What and How to Teach Those Who Want to Develop Cities?" Participants discussed how changes in technology and the urban environment are influencing educational approaches and the professional training of future architects and urban planners.

Andrey Surovenkov discussed our university's experience in integrating instructional design and professional practice, using a student-led study of modern libraries as an example. The results of this work were also presented at the Architecton exhibition, as part of the exhibit "From Academic Project to Real-World Object: The SPbGASU Experience."

The study focused on library spaces as modern community centers that foster communication, knowledge exchange, and cultural integration. The university's partners in the study were the Leningrad Regional Universal Scientific Library and the organizing committee of the Golden Trezzini International Architecture and Design Award.

After exploring a number of innovative library spaces, including international ones, and analyzing their spatial organization, students prepared course projects dedicated to solutions for modern libraries.

"It's important for us that educational design extends beyond the classroom and becomes part of a real professional environment. This is the only way to develop competencies across the entire architectural cycle—from concept to implementation," noted Andrey Surovenkov.

According to Andrey Surovenkov, our university adheres to an educational approach that synthesizes academic knowledge, competitive practice, and real-world design experience during the course of study. This approach demonstrates that the university is not only an educational but also a research platform, where student work becomes part of a professional dialogue on urban development. To further develop this approach, SPbGASU plans to strengthen its interaction with the professional community and the city's cultural institutions.

Thus, the design concept for the modernization of the Central Children's Library in Sosnovy Bor, Leningrad Region, developed by students of SPbGASU, was selected in a competition for the best interior design projects for public libraries in the region, organized by the Leningrad Regional Universal Scientific Library, SPbGASU, and the organizing committee of the Golden Trezzini International Architectural and Design Award. The student project will be implemented in 2026 as part of the federal project "Family Values and Cultural Infrastructure" of the national project "Family," with the support of the Governor and Government of the Leningrad Region and the Sosnovy Bor City Administration.

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Polytechnicians win silver medals at Russian championship in competitive programming

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The final round of the Russian Competitive Programming Championship took place in Orenburg, bringing together the strongest professionals from 10 regions of the country. Students from the Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity successfully defended the Polytechnic University's honor and won silver medals.

The competition was attended by schoolchildren and students aged 14 to 18, as well as athletes over 16—more than 200 participants from across Russia. Team K1DD1EF from the Donetsk People's Republic took first place in the "Information Security Systems Programming" discipline, and our team placed second.

The DUCKERZ team (SPbPU)

Egor Zakharov — 2nd year student at the Higher School of Sports Gleb Grankin — 3rd year student at the Higher School of Sports Ilya Kuzin — 2nd year student at the Higher School of Sports Mikhail Maryasov — 2nd year student at the Higher School of Sports Anton Babayev — 2nd year student at the Higher School of Sports Varvara Pogoretskaya — 3rd year student at the Higher School of Sports and Youth Alexander Zaruchevsky — 3rd year student at the Higher School of Sports and Youth Information Technology Egor Ilyich Anisimov — coach

In addition to silver medals and a cup, the team received a cash prize (150,000 rubles) and the title of Candidate Master of Sports in sports programming.

Photo: digital.orb.ru

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"Nimble" among the best: the Polytechnic University student team represented St. Petersburg at the "Transport of the Future" festival.

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The student conductor team "Provorny" took part in the All-Russian Festival of Student Transport Construction Teams "Transport of the Future" in Omsk.

The event was attended by the best teams of the 2025 work semester, who worked at Russian Railways facilities, including those who ensured high-quality passenger transportation. For example, the Polytechnic University team "Provorny" became the leader in production activities in the All-Russian work project of student conductor teams at the St. Petersburg-Moscow Carriage Section of the Northwestern Branch of JSC Federal Passenger Company.

The "Transport of the Future" festival also featured a competitive spirit, with participants competing for the title of best student team from the Russian Railways holding company. Participants competed in creativity, sports, knowledge of the history of railway transport, and more. The results of the competition are currently being tallied.

In addition, meetings with JSC FPK executives, including CEO Vladimir Pyastolov, educational lectures, and an entertainment program were organized. The children even had the chance to meet the famous figure skater Ilya Averbukh and ask him a few questions!

The trip was fascinating and productive. It was interesting to learn more about the activities of other regional branches and once again compete for the title of best.

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Polytechnic University and Severstal are developing a new educational program

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A delegation from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University paid a working visit to PAO Severstal in Cherepovets. The delegation included Pavel Kovalev, Deputy Director for Educational Affairs of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport; Sergey Ganin, Director of the Higher School of Physics and Technology of Materials; Vitaly Drobchik, Executive Secretary of the SPbPU Admissions Committee; and Igor Matveyev, Director of the SPbPU Center for the Organization of the Academic Process.

The visit focused on developing a strategic partnership in training personnel for the metallurgical industry. During a working meeting and roundtable discussion with representatives of Severstal and regional educational institutions, the content of a corporate educational program for students majoring in metallurgy was discussed and agreed upon.

An important outcome of the visit was an agreement to open joint network educational programs with leading educational institutions in Cherepovets: Cherepovets State University, the I.P. Bardin Cherepovets Metallurgical College, and the Cherepovets Technological College.

Career guidance meetings were also held for students from local colleges, and a lecture on the achievements of IMMiT scientists was given to students from the PIS ChSU.

This visit strengthened the long-standing partnership between Polytechnic University and Severstal and outlined new prospects for cooperation in training highly qualified specialists for the Russian metallurgical industry.

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A victory of intellect and strength: a chess boxing tournament was held at the Polytechnic University.

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A chess boxing-fit tournament was held at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University to celebrate National Unity Day. The competition, which combined the strategic thinking of chess players with the physical fitness of boxers, became a shining example of interdisciplinary collaboration between university clubs.

The tournament took place in the boxing gym of the Politekhnik Sports Complex. A distinctive feature of the "chessboxing fit" format is the absence of direct combat between the participants. Each round included one minute of punching bag practice and a five-minute blitz chess match. In the event of a tie, the winner was determined in an additional round on the bag. All matches were held using the Olympic system.

Around 40 athletes of various age and weight categories participated in the competition. The head judge was Andrey Skorokhodov, head of the St. Petersburg branch of the Russian Chessboxing Federation and coach of the Polytechnic University boxing team. Ruslan Barseghyan coordinated the event on behalf of the Chess Club, and students from both clubs provided organizational support.

Winners of the final matches

Zhigmit Namzhilov defeated Artem Ovsyannikov by mat in the second round, Anatoly Kukushkin defeated Vadim Shestukhin by mat in the second round, Igor Alexandrov defeated Batyr Osmanov by time limit in the second round, Igor Bortnikov defeated Elgun Latifov in boxing in the third round, Sofia Argandeykina defeated Veronika Bozhenova in boxing in the third round, Elizaveta Orlova defeated Ekaterina Gorlova by time limit in the second round, Andrey Tsybin defeated Evgeny Pivinsky in boxing in the third round, Konstantin Kotovich defeated Arseny Perevalov in boxing in the third round

All winners and runners-up were awarded certificates and medals provided by the organizing committee of the Black Bears-Polytech Student Sports Club.

Commenting on the tournament results, Andrey Skorokhodov noted: "The competition was excellent—fast, well-paced, and without any delays. Statistically, only a few matches ended in a third round; in the rest, the winner was determined by a chess match. The participants demonstrated that the chessbox-fit format is both feasible and engaging."

Ruslan Barseghyan, coordinator of the Polytechnic University Chess Club, added: "Chess knows no boundaries and has many related fields of application, one of which is boxing. The chessboxing-fit tournament demonstrated how strategic thinking combines with physical endurance and concentration. I'm confident that the competition in future competitions will be even more interesting and spectacular."

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