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Kazakhstan has approved national standards for artificial intelligence for the first time.

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Astana, October 24 (Xinhua) — Kazakhstan has approved its first national standards on artificial intelligence (AI). Seven documents have been prepared, establishing uniform requirements for developers, businesses, and government agencies. This was reported on Friday by the Kazinform news agency, citing the country's Ministry of Trade and Integration.

The new standards could become the basis for certification of organizations working with AI, allowing Kazakhstani companies to confirm compliance with international requirements and increase the trust of partners and consumers in both domestic and foreign markets.

The agency also noted that the approval of standards is an important stage in the implementation of the Concept for the Development of Artificial Intelligence for 2024-2029. –0–

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The UN Secretary-General called for reform of the Security Council: “Open the doors and let the light in!”

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October 24, 2025 UN

The United Nations Secretary-General addressed the UN Security Council via video link calling for urgent reform of the Security Council, which he said "shaped the course of history" and "prevented the chaos of a major war" but is now in dire need of change.

Speaking from Hanoi, the UN chief began with the story of the Security Council's very first vote in 1946. When the ballot box was inspected before the vote, a note from New York mechanic Paul Antonio—the designer of that very same box—was unexpectedly discovered. "May God be with every Member of the United Nations, and may your noble efforts bring lasting peace to the world," the Secretary-General quoted from the note.

“The Security Council exists for the sake of people,” he emphasized. Antonio Guterres"For the sake of parents who have lost children, refugees left homeless, soldiers who have lost limbs. In every corner of this hall are the shadows of the fallen. But next to them are the hopes of the living."

The Secretary-General noted the Security Council's key historical achievements: helping to stop genocide in Cambodia and dismantle the apartheid system in South Africa, implementing peacekeeping missions in Sierra Leone, Timor-Leste, Liberia and other countries, and creating a global counter-terrorism architecture.

However, according to Guterres, the Security Council's reputation "remains fragile." The Secretary-General condemned instances of Member States acting in violation of the UN Charter, which "undermines confidence in the entire system" and "threatens global security."

In his speech, the UN chief placed particular emphasis on the need to expand the number of permanent members of the Security Council. "Africa, a region where nearly half of all UN peacekeeping missions are deployed, lacks a permanent voice at this table," the Secretary-General noted, adding that Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Asia-Pacific region are also underrepresented.

António Guterres supported initiatives by France and the UK to limit the use of the veto and called on the Security Council to "study them carefully."

Concluding his speech, the Secretary-General addressed the Security Council members: "Be worthy of the olive wreath of peace! The time has come to open the doors and let the light in. Without a Security Council fit for purpose, the world will be in danger."

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Taiwan Liberation Memorial Day Established in China /detailed version-2/

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BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — The Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) of China adopted a resolution at its 18th session establishing October 25 as Taiwan Liberation Memorial Day.

In accordance with the resolution adopted at the five-day session that opened on Friday, the state will hold commemorative events in various forms on this day.

In 1895, the Qing Dynasty government, defeated in the war waged by Japan against China, was forced to cede Taiwan and the Penghu Islands to Japan.

In 1945, all Chinese people, including Taiwanese compatriots, won a great victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, which led to the return of Taiwan to the bosom of the motherland.

According to the resolution, the liberation of Taiwan from Japanese occupation is an important outcome of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and convincing evidence of the Chinese government's restoration of sovereignty over Taiwan.

It is pointed out that this liberation is an important link in the historical fact and legal chain confirming that Taiwan is a part of China, as well as the common glory of compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the national memory of the entire Chinese people.

This decision was made in accordance with the Constitution and is aimed at upholding the results of the Victory in the World Anti-Fascist War and the post-war international order, demonstrating a firm will to adhere to the one-China principle and protect national sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and strengthening the common national and historical memory of compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.

Explaining the draft resolution of the NPC Standing Committee, Shen Chunyao, Chairman of the Legislative Affairs Working Committee of the NPC Standing Committee, recalled that on October 25, 1945, a surrender ceremony for Japanese troops in Taiwan Province in the Chinese theater of war was held in Taipei, marking the return of Taiwan and the Penghu Islands to Chinese sovereignty.

Shen Chunyao noted that in recent years, NPC deputies, members of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, and Taiwan compatriots have repeatedly proposed establishing Taiwan Liberation Memorial Day and holding commemorative events in this regard.

According to him, the establishment of Taiwan Liberation Memorial Day and the holding of commemorative events at the state level help reflect the undeniable historical fact that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, strengthen the international community's commitment to the one-China principle, guide compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait to preserve and spread the great spirit forged during the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, and inspire all Chinese to unite in the struggle for the reunification of the motherland and the revival of the nation.

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The CPPCC National Committee held a meeting to study the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.

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BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — The Party Group of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) held a meeting on Friday to study and implement the spirit of the just-concluded Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.

Wang Huning, member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee, and Secretary of the CPPCC National Committee Party Group, chaired the meeting and delivered a speech.

During the meeting, it was noted that the Proposals of the CPC Central Committee on the development of the 15th Five-Year Program for National Economic and Social Development, adopted at the plenary session, will certainly have a significant and far-reaching impact on the work of the Party and the state.

Commending the achievements made during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), the meeting called on political advisers across the country to take the spirit of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee as an important political task, to be guided by the spirit of the plenary session in their thoughts and actions, and to comprehensively integrate the implementation of the spirit of the plenary session into the entire CPPCC work in fulfilling its duties based on the practice of the CPPCC.

The meeting also emphasized the need to fully utilize the enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity of all parties, social organizations, representatives of all ethnic groups, and various social sectors participating in the CPPCC to make active contributions to the construction of Chinese-style modernization.

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Financial news: The Bank of Russia held the international cyber exercise "Eurasia-2025."

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Representatives of financial regulators and financial institutions from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and one observer country participated in the cross-border cyber exercises, the in-person stage of which took place from October 20 to 24 at Innopolis University.

Participants investigated a computer incident at a bank that, according to the cover story, had been hacked. The scenario involved exploiting vulnerabilities in the bank's software. The teams were tasked with restoring its infrastructure and conducting an investigation to track down the attackers.

All the information collected by the team was transmitted toFinCERT Bank of Russia.

To more effectively counter global cyber threats, the Bank of Russia will continue to cooperate with financial regulators from the EAEU countries and other interested states.

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The presidents of Russia and Azerbaijan held telephone conversations

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Moscow, October 24 (Xinhua) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev held telephone conversations on Friday, the Kremlin press service reported.

"The two sides confirmed their mutual commitment to further developing trade and economic ties and implementing joint projects in the energy, transport, and logistics sectors," the statement said.

In addition, during the conversation, certain aspects of regional cooperation and the international situation were touched upon.

The leaders agreed to continue contacts between the countries at various levels.

On October 9, Vladimir Putin and Ilham Aliyev met for the first time since the deterioration of relations between Russia and Azerbaijan at the government residence in Dushanbe. Putin detailed to Ilham Aliyev the circumstances of the AZAL plane crash.

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"I learn, therefore I am": Russian Deputy Defense Minister Oleg Savelyev became an Honorary Doctor of the Polytechnic University.

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Today, a ceremonial meeting of the Academic Council took place, at which Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation – Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, and graduate of the Faculty of Radiophysics Oleg Savelyev was presented with the gown and diploma of an Honorary Doctor of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

We are especially proud of our graduates, who make a worthy contribution to the development and defense of the state. It is a great honor for us to present the title of Honorary Doctor today. We do so with joy and pride, because there is nothing more precious than knowing that our "child" of the Polytechnic family is a participant in the creation of Russia's new history," noted SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

In introducing Honorary Doctor Oleg Savelyev, SPbPU Academic Secretary Dmitry Karpov emphasized that several Polytechnic University graduates already hold Honorary Doctorates. But the addition of another Polytechnic University graduate to their ranks is certainly an event that is greeted with special emotion.

Oleg Savelyev is a graduate of the Leningrad Polytechnic Institute, an engineer, physicist, economist, and politician. He has dedicated over 30 years of his professional life to analyzing the key problems and challenges facing the country, setting corresponding objectives and organizing their solutions, monitoring results, and developing development prospects.

After graduating from the Radiophysics Department of the Leningrad Polytechnic Institute in 1988, Oleg Savelyev worked at the A.F. Ioffe Physicotechnical Institute under the supervision of Zhores Alferov.

Oleg Saveliev is the author of more than 20 publications in peer-reviewed physics journals and was a nominee for the Muller Medal in field electronics.

At this new professional stage, our graduate has developed into an economist, business communications specialist, and political strategist.

Oleg Savelyev currently holds the rank of Active State Counselor of the Russian Federation, First Class. This rank is equivalent to that of Army General and is the highest rank in the federal civil service in Russia.

For St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Oleg Genrikhovich is an important colleague whose strategic vision can make a valuable contribution to defining the current goals and objectives facing a modern engineering university today, noted Dmitry Karpov.

Andrey Rudskoy, on behalf of the entire Polytechnic University, congratulated Oleg Savelyev on his upcoming anniversary and presented him with commemorative gifts and the SPbPU "For Merit" anniversary medal, awarded to our graduate last year.

According to tradition, the doctoral gown and cap were carried into the Academic Council Hall to the accompaniment of the Gaudeamus anthem performed by the Polyhymnia choir. Andrei Rudskoy presented Oleg Savelyev with the Honorary Doctorate medal and a book about the honorary doctors of the Polytechnic University.

It's largely thanks to my professors and other Polytechnicians I've met along the way that I've become who I am today. I attribute all my achievements to what Polytechnic instilled in me—the desire and ability to learn. And if I had a coat of arms, I would paraphrase René Descartes' words for it: "I learn, therefore I am," Oleg Savelyev emphasized in his speech.

During his visit, Oleg Savelyev also visited the Polytechnic University's laboratories and learned about the university's cutting-edge developments.

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Academic Council of the State University of Management: this year's admissions campaign is over, we are starting preparations for a new one

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On October 24, 2025, a meeting of the Academic Council of the State University of Management was held. The main topics of discussion were the results of the recent admissions campaign and expectations for next year's applicants.

The meeting began, as usual, with congratulatory remarks. SUM Rector Vladimir Stroyev presented associate professor certificates to university staff members Maria Dyakonova and Andrey Metzger, and awarded SUM Certificates of Honor to faculty members of the Department of Public Administration and Political Technologies in honor of its 30th anniversary. The birthday celebrants of the month were also honored, receiving warm congratulations from the university's rector.

The agenda opened with a secret electronic vote on the nomination of university staff members for academic titles. As a result, both candidates were successfully approved.

Vadim Dikikh, Director of the Department of Digital Development and Admissions, then presented the results of the 2025/2026 Admissions Campaign and outlined the changes awaiting the university next year.

Interest in higher education remains strong, and the 2025 admissions process at our university saw a 35% increase compared to last year, with the number of applicants under the separate quota and special quota nearly doubling. Admission was balanced, with priority remaining in the management programs of Management, Economics, Public and Municipal Administration, Human Resources Management, and Business Informatics, accounting for more than half of the intake.

"As for next year, there's no approved procedure yet. Most importantly, there's no set Unified State Exam (USE) or passing scores, which is undoubtedly very important for applicants to formulate their personal preparation plan for admission. Full information should be expected by February 1, 2026, but much will be known tentatively closer to the New Year holidays, such as the USE, areas of study, educational programs, individual achievements, the university's partners for target placements, and the number of places at universities," Vadim Dikikh said.

Vladimir Stroyev emphasized that, despite the positive results of the past campaign, now is not the time to rest on our laurels. "It's time to begin preparing for next year's admissions campaign, defining key areas and expected results. By the time we have specific admissions figures, we must develop a strategy for achieving these targets. Despite the increase in interest and the number of applications, we cannot sit idle. We must constantly evolve and work harder," the rector concluded.

During the meeting, the council members also discussed a number of work-related issues: approving individual training plans, assigning staff to departments for dissertation preparation and defense, providing student discounts, and others.

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The Standing Committee of the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection held a meeting to study the guidelines of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.

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BEIJING, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) — The Standing Committee of the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, China's top anti-corruption body, held a meeting on Friday to study the guidelines of the fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee.

The meeting was chaired by Li Xi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, who called on disciplinary inspection and supervision organs to thoroughly study and implement the principles of the plenum.

As Li Xi pointed out, the above-mentioned organs should coordinate their thinking and actions with the decisions and plans of the CPC Central Committee, and steadily promote comprehensive strictness of internal Party governance to ensure a reliable guarantee for the fulfillment of socio-economic development goals during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030).

Speaking about the proposals of the CPC Central Committee on the development of the 15th Five-Year Plan adopted at the plenary session, Li Xi noted that this document represents a new mobilizing force and a comprehensive plan for building momentum and continuously advancing Chinese-style modernization.

Stressing the need for a holistic, accurate and comprehensive study and understanding of the principles of the document, he called on disciplinary inspection and supervision organs to ensure accountability of all parties by strengthening political oversight, and to guarantee high-quality development by improving party style, enforcing party discipline and combating corruption.

The 4th Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee was held from October 20 to 23. –0–

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Tax revenues to the Armenian state budget increased by 14 percent in the first nine months of 2025.

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Yerevan, October 24 (Xinhua) — Armenia collected approximately $5.26 billion in taxes and state duties in the first nine months of this year, Eduard Hakobyan, Chairman of the State Revenue Committee, announced at a press conference on Friday.

In January-September 2025, tax revenues in Armenia increased by 14 percent or $643.1 million compared to the same period last year.

The committee head noted that the increase in tax revenues is due to increased economic activity among the population, as well as increased tax discipline and management efficiency on the part of this department.

Shadow tax revenues of approximately $849.6 million were identified, a 97 percent increase over last year's figure. The total amount of hidden taxes was approximately $282.3 million.

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