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A roundtable of SCO countries on global governance – 2025 was held in Beijing.

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On October 16, the SCO Roundtable on Global Governance 2025 was held in Beijing. It was organized under the auspices of the China International Literature Commission (CICG), the SCO Secretariat, and the China Institute of International Studies. It also received direct support from the Europe and Asia Broadcasting Center (Renmin Huabao) of the China International Literature Commission, the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies, and the International Relations Center of the China International Literature Commission. More than 150 representatives from the SCO Secretariat, UN organizations accredited in China, think tanks, media outlets, and international organizations from China and the SCO countries participated in the dialogue on "Implementing the Global Governance Initiative and Building a Community with a Shared Future for Humanity."

Chang Bo, head of the CICG, noted that this dialogue is not only a living example of promoting the "Shanghai Spirit" and strengthening mutual understanding and trust between SCO countries, but also a concrete step toward implementing the Global Governance Initiative. The CICG, for its part, is prepared to actively implement this Initiative and work collaboratively with the SCO media, think tanks, cultural organizations, and dedicated experts from various fields to establish an association of media representatives and think tanks in the field of global governance, launch an innovative SCO communications project in the field of governance, and create a library of case studies on practical SCO cooperation. It is also necessary to develop a joint research program on "Dialogue among Civilizations and Global Governance" and compile a White Paper on the mutual enrichment of SCO civilizations. This will allow the concept of "each with its own beauty, united by a common destiny" to become a common "value denominator" in global governance and jointly promote the construction of a community with a shared future for humanity.

SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev stated that the Global Governance Initiative is highly consistent with the "Shanghai Spirit" and places equal emphasis on sovereign equality, the rule of international law, and the inviolable nature of multilateralism. In recent years, the SCO has become an important platform for exchanging experiences in national governance. Member states have reached consensus and are implementing it in the areas of political security, trade and economic cooperation, and cultural exchanges, and continue to expand cooperation to maintain regional peace and stability and improve public well-being.

Sun Linjiang, Special Representative of the Chinese Government for Eurasian Affairs, stated that in today's world, where the transformations of the last century have accelerated evolution, the international situation is intertwined with turmoil. At the same time, the world is becoming multipolar, economic globalization and the democratization of international relations are driving deep development, and the advent of an era of peaceful development, cooperation, and mutual benefit is unstoppable. Responding to the call of the times, the SCO must play a leading role, set an example in the implementation of the four major global initiatives, and make new and greater contributions to building a community with a shared future for mankind. In this regard, China is ready to cooperate with its partners in the "SCO family" in implementing the common values of all mankind, systematically implementing the four major global initiatives, and building a closer SCO community with a shared future, helping countries better realize their development and revival, and advancing the world toward bright prospects of peace, security, prosperity, and progress.

Siddharth Chatterjee, UN Resident Coordinator in China, believes that the UN Pact for the Future, adopted in 2024, reflects a collective vision for strengthening global governance and restoring trust among countries. The Global Governance Initiative is consistent with the goals of the UN Pact and provides a framework for revitalizing the multilateral system. UN organizations accredited in China stand ready to work with all parties to translate global commitments into concrete results. All parties should utilize platforms such as the SCO to promote global progress through regional cooperation and make global governance fair, inclusive, sustainable, and beneficial for the people.

During the dialogue, the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies and the International Relations Center of the China Foreign Language Publication and Distribution Administration released a research report on "The SCO's Example in Implementing the Global Governance Initiative." The roundtable also featured the presentation of Li Ziguo, Director of the Eurasia Institute at the Chinese Academy of International Studies, a new book, "The History of the SCO in the New Era."

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Chess revenge: the Polytechnic team became champions of the St. Petersburg student league.

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After finishing fifth last year, the SPbPU team stormed into the 2025 season and won the Higher League of the St. Petersburg Student Sports League in chess without a single defeat.

From October 8th to 15th, the 2025 St. Petersburg Student Sports League team chess tournament was held in our city. The competition was held in a five-round round-robin format with a classic time control of 90 minutes per game plus 30 seconds per move.

The team from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University showed a flawless result: 5 wins out of 5 possible (the only team to do so), first place in team points, individual results, and game discipline.

Match results

3.5:1.5 — victory over P. F. Lesgaft National State University (the highest-rated team) 3:2 — victory over PSUPS 5:0 — rout of SZIU RANEPA 4:1 — victory over VOENMEKH 3:2 — victory over A. I. Herzen State Pedagogical University

Results of the best players of the national team

Dmitry Mochalov – 4.5/5, first board; team leader Ilya Oborin – 4/5, precise and composed play. Sergey Mineev – 4/5, key points in the decisive rounds. Sofia Surkova – 3/4, consistent results on the lower boards. Yaroslav Tarasenko, Danil Zhavoronkov, Iskander Nasibullin, and Kristina Denisovskaya strengthened the roster and provided the team with flexibility throughout the tournament.

The organizers, the St. Petersburg Sports Chess Federation and chief arbiter Sergei Mikhailovich Bystrov, noted the high level of the tournament and the discipline of the participants.

Our team's victory is a success for the entire team and the result of the chess club's systematic work. Each player contributed, demonstrating skill and perseverance. It's crucial for us that Polytechnic University demonstrates stability and professionalism at the city level," noted Ruslan Barseghyan, coordinator of the SPbPU Chess Club.

Last year, the SPbPU team took fifth place, and in 2025, it confidently rose to the top of the Higher League. This result was a clear confirmation of the growth and teamwork of the Polytechnic University chess players.

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Polytechnicians have become ambassadors of Russian education and science.

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The third ceremony conferring the title "Ambassador of Russian Education and Science" was held at the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education. Minister Valery Falkov presented honorary badges to eleven foreign representatives, including two graduates of Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. These included Liu Wei, Secretary General of the Institute of Russia at Tsinghua University (China), and Issa Togo, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Mali in St. Petersburg and Associate Professor at SPbPU.

This award recognizes their long-standing work to strengthen the international standing of Russian education and science. The ambassadors' mission is to promote Russia's educational opportunities and scientific achievements at leading international venues.

Upon receiving the prestigious title, Liu Wei shared sincere and warm memories of her years spent in Russia: "It is a great honor for me to receive the title of Ambassador of Russian Education and Science. Developing Russian-Chinese cooperation in science and education is my ongoing mission, and I have been fortunate to serve as an envoy between our countries for nearly 25 years."

Liu Wei addressed special words of gratitude to her alma mater: "My 10 years of study at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University left an indelible mark on my life and laid a solid foundation for future collaboration. Here I gained not only knowledge, but also an understanding of a rich culture, great traditions, mentality, and profound insights. And since then, Russia has become not a foreign country for me, but a second home."

The work of both new ambassadors has been making a significant contribution to strengthening international ties for decades. Liu Wei has overseen scientific and technical cooperation with Russia since 2002. She actively developed human resources by organizing innovation dialogues, training courses for oil companies, student camps, and creating infrastructure projects such as language testing and standardization centers.

In his speech, Valery Falkov noted the growing role of ambassadors in developing inter-university contacts, increasing the number of joint projects, and growing interest in studying in Russia.

Currently, more than 414,000 foreign students from 184 countries are studying at Russian universities, and by 2030, the plan is to accept up to half a million foreign students, the minister said.

Active work is underway to achieve this: modernization of infrastructure, construction of new campuses, and the introduction of grant support that covers not only tuition but also accommodation and travel.

A 1985 Polytechnic University graduate, Issa Togo rose from the leader of the Malian community in Leningrad to the architect of Mali's higher education reform, serving as a member of the expert group establishing the new Polytechnic University. Today, as Mali's Honorary Consul in St. Petersburg, he coordinates a large-scale Russian-Malian project to build a hydroelectric power station that addresses issues of energy supply, water supply, and flood protection.

SPbPU is one of the founders and most active participants in the consortium implementing the "Ambassadors of Russian Education and Science" program. The Polytechnic University is proud that the contribution of its graduates to the advancement of Russian education and science has been so highly recognized, and now four Polytechnic University graduates have this honorary title.

Dmitry Arsenyev, SPbPU Vice-Rector for International Affairs, praised the recognition of the graduates' achievements: Liu Wei and Issa Togo exemplify the deep integration of the best traditions of Russian education into the global scientific and educational space. Their long-standing, consistent work represents genuine diplomacy of trust, where each completed project becomes a building block in the edifice of mutual understanding between nations. We see them as strategic partners whose work directly contributes to strengthening the international prestige of Russian education and science. Awarding them this honorary title is a logical recognition of their role as champions of Russian educational standards and scientific achievements, whose work forms a solid foundation for future breakthrough joint projects.

Since the program's launch in 2023, 24 international experts have been awarded the title of ambassador. By 2030, the pool of ambassadors is expected to expand to 250 representatives from 60 countries, opening new opportunities for promoting Russian education and science on the global stage.

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More than 20 new Chinese and foreign films will be shown in the second half of October.

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According to statistics from the State Film Administration, the total box office revenue during the 2025 National Day holiday period was 1.835 billion yuan, with the number of viewers reaching 50.07 million.

Following the end of the National Film Festival screening period, the 2025 film market continues to delight with a rich lineup in the second half of October. Genres include drama, science fiction, crime, romance, fantasy, thrillers, and more. These films include both domestic and foreign titles, each with its own unique features.

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Russian cosmonauts completed their first spacewalk this year.

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Vladivostok, October 17 (Xinhua) – Cosmonauts of the Russian segment of the International Space Station (ISS) Sergei Ryzhikov and Alexei Zubritsky successfully completed the first spacewalk in 2025 on October 16-17 and returned to the station.

According to Roscosmos, all planned tasks were completed in full, and the operation proceeded as planned.

The cosmonauts' work outside the ISS lasted 6 hours and 11 minutes. During this time, the cosmonauts completed their primary task: installing the Ekran-M equipment on the Multifunctional Laboratory Module (MLM) "Nauka" for an experiment on growing semiconductors in outer space. They also performed maintenance on the station's external equipment and prepared several areas for upcoming scientific and repair operations.

Earlier, S. Ryzhikov announced that he and A. Zubritsky would be conducting two spacewalks in October. The next spacewalk is scheduled for approximately two weeks, but the exact date was not announced.

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SPbGASU students were invited to the Krasnoyarsk Krai Youth Club in St. Petersburg.

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Vladislav Mikhalchenko

Vladislav Mikhalchenko, Head of the Strategic Development and Projects Department of the Krasnoyarsk Krai Agency for Labor and Employment, visited SPbGASU. He briefed students on the Youth Club in his region and held a working meeting with the university's leadership.

The Krasnoyarsk Krai Youth Club in St. Petersburg is a community of like-minded individuals and fellow countrymen who have come to study in the Northern Capital. Its main goal is to encourage graduates of St. Petersburg universities to return to the region. This is achieved through quizzes, business games, and other activities, meetings with successful individuals and employers, career counseling, company roadshows, and internships. Project partners include the Government of Krasnoyarsk Krai, the Government of St. Petersburg, the Yenisei Siberia Development Corporation, Norilsk Nickel, Rosneft, and others.

Vladislav Mikhalchenko reported that approximately 3,200 students from the Krasnoyarsk Krai are studying in St. Petersburg. This is a valuable resource for employers and the rapidly developing region. The club currently has 187 members. The organizers plan to increase the number of participants and identify leaders among them who will collaborate with partners and develop additional events. These leaders will be able to participate in organizing the 2026 World Youth Festival in Krasnoyarsk.

Students learned about the benefits of living and working in the Krasnoyarsk Krai and were invited to a club chat. The focus there is on careers: job openings are posted and individual coaching is provided. Vladislav Mikhalchenko recommended meeting with employers as early as possible and arranging an internship a year in advance.

At the end of the meeting, the speaker answered questions and held a quiz. The quiz winner, fourth-year construction student Dmitry Kuznetsov, intends to join the club. "I'm from Krasnoyarsk. If Krasnoyarsk Krai is competitive, why not?" he said, reflecting on his return to his homeland.

Yulia Yunakova, a second-year construction student, is also from Krasnoyarsk. She was interested in internships. "I'd be happy to try my hand at this profession in my hometown," she said.

During a working meeting with Vice-Rector for Youth Policy Marina Malyutina, Vice-Rector for Continuing Education Victoria Vinogradova, and the heads of departments involved in student professional development, Vladislav Mikhalchenko discussed the concept and work plan of the St. Petersburg Youth Club. The parties outlined further steps for developing cooperation that will help future young professionals fully realize their career potential.

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How to increase the birth rate in the country: Scientists from the State University of Management have proposed new approaches.

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The State University of Management has identified what prevents young people from having children and developed a tool that will help the government more accurately assess the effectiveness of demographic policy measures. The results and recommendations will be submitted to the State Duma.

The study was conducted by a research team from the State University of Management's Research Institute of Public Policy and Industrial Economic Management, led by Oleg Sudorgin, the institute's director. The project combined quantitative and qualitative methods: surveys, interviews, and expert opinion analysis.

High school students: comfort and mutual understanding

A survey of 11th-grade graduates revealed that Generation Z has an ambivalent attitude toward marriage. On the one hand, they value formal status—registration, responsibility, and stability. On the other hand, trust, emotional connection, and freedom of choice are crucial.

Young Muscovites value traditional family values but are unwilling to sacrifice personal comfort for formalities. This generation perceives family as a conscious union, where mutual understanding is more important than social expectations.

Students: A Strong Foundation for Life

Among students aged 18 to 22 at Moscow universities, the main barriers to having children are financial instability, homelessness, and self-doubt. Young people fear they won't be able to cope with the roles of parent, maintaining a family, and providing a decent standard of living. As a result, they don't abandon the idea of getting married to raise their children, but they postpone this step, seeking to first establish a solid financial and emotional foundation.

Today, for many, having a child isn't the beginning of adulthood, but its culmination, a confirmation of stability and maturity. This is consistent with a nationwide trend: later parenthood, declining birth rates, and rising quality-of-life expectations for starting a family.

Experts: Transforming the Institution of the Family

Interviews with experts show that a new cultural model of family is emerging—one that emphasizes personal choice, emotional comfort, and mutual compatibility between partners.

Generation Z is characterized by several fundamental fundamental attitudes: individualized life strategies, delayed socialization, and hybrid values. In other words, starting a family is moving from an obligation to a choice. At the same time, marriage and childbearing are shifting to a later age, and the desire for love and care is combined with pragmatic calculations and digital habits.

Research: Program and Practice

A team from the State University of Management has developed software for assessing the effectiveness of demographic policy measures. The algorithm automatically calculates weighting coefficients and shows which measures actually impact fertility and which require revision.

Based on this data, a socio-demographic passport for the region is created—a tool that allows for tracking birth rate dynamics, assessing risks, and predicting the development of the situation, as they say, "on the ground."

This approach will make it possible to formulate demographic policy more accurately, taking into account not only economic but also sociocultural and psychological factors.

Based on their findings, our scientists have prepared a package of recommendations for government agencies. The goal is to improve the effectiveness of family support and birth rate promotion measures, focusing on the real needs and values of today's young people.

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First among equals: GUU Garnet case club wins the St. Petersburg Case Club Forum (CCF)

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The Garnet team from the State University of Management emerged as the best among the strongest student case clubs in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

On the first Saturday of October, more than 60 representatives of university case communities from the two capitals gathered at the FCC to exchange experiences, hone their skills, and compete in solving business problems.

The main challenge was a mini-case study from Axenix, a partner company: they had to develop a plan to increase the profitability of an IT company in 70 minutes. The GUU team performed brilliantly and topped the list of leaders thanks to their creative strategy and coordinated work.

"The forum became not only a competition platform but also an important networking event. We connected with like-minded individuals from Moscow State University, ITMO University, Russian State University of Oil and Gas, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, and other universities. This helped us see different approaches to solving business problems. We hope the forum will become a good tradition," noted Yegor Zhogolev, a fourth-year student at the Institute of Economics and Finance and head of the SUM team.

Our winners received certificates and valuable gifts, but most importantly, new experience and confidence in their abilities.

Congratulations to the guys at Garnet! We wish them new interesting cases and, of course, new victories!

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The 11th International Silk Road Arts Festival opened in Xi'an.

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XI'AN, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) — The 11th International Silk Road Arts Festival opened Thursday in Xi'an, capital of Northwest China's Shaanxi Province. Representatives from more than 80 countries and regions are participating in the 25-day event.

The festival consists of four parts, including the opening and closing ceremonies, performances as part of the performing arts demonstration, the international art exhibition “Silk Road Today”, and international cultural exchanges.

The festival program will include a total of 46 performances, which will take place primarily in universities, neighborhoods, and shopping centers in order to make art more accessible.

The first Silk Road International Arts Festival was held in 2014. Since then, it has attracted participants from more than 120 countries and regions. To date, it has showcased over 4,500 works of art and organized over 300 performances featuring nearly 7,200 artists, strengthening cultural exchanges between China and the rest of the world.

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Navigation work has been completed in the new NSU classroom building.

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In the new building of the NSU flow auditoriums, which is part of the second stage of the project modern campus of NSU, which is being built as part of the national project "Youth and Children" and opened in August 2025, has completed the navigation work. The basic elements—signs—have been complemented by vibrant illustrations, decorative elements, and inscriptions.

The interior of the lecture hall building was inspired by the Bauhaus style, the identity of the university and Akademgorodok. The navigation, in turn, became a natural extension of the interior.

The Bauhaus style is characterized by a combination of functionalism and aesthetics, focusing on practicality, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness. Its hallmarks include clear geometric shapes, a lack of unnecessary decoration, large windows, and an emphasis on functionality and ergonomics. Bauhaus rejects pretentiousness, believing that every detail should serve a specific purpose and be comfortable, accessible, and beautiful at the same time.

"We were tasked with creating a fun, modern wayfinding system—one that's playful, welcoming, and inspiring. After all, students come here not only to study but also to socialize, and today, to create something new and be creative. We needed a suitable background; every element was essential. It not only plays with us, but also gives us a sense of 'where we are.' Each floor has its own color, which helps us navigate better. Simple shapes—lines and circles—are memorable," commented Margarita Moreva, the designer of the wayfinding concept.

The new building has four classrooms, each marked with a decorative element—the letter N with the star from the university logo. An illustration of simple geometric shapes, colored to match the university's signature colors, adorns the entrance to the cafeteria area. Metal signposts conveniently display information about the building's main rooms. Window decals are a pleasant green color scheme. The signage is available in Russian and two foreign languages—English and Chinese—to meet the requirements of modern campuses.

Inspirational quotes from renowned world thinkers and writers have appeared on the walls of the NSU Scientific Library, located on the first floor.

So many profound and wise sayings about books, culture, and scientific knowledge have survived to this day—the words of writers, scientists, and public figures. Choosing just a few quotes was no easy task. We selected the most insightful and heartfelt statements and asked our staff to vote.

We wanted the quotes to remind readers of the value of books as a source of knowledge, thought, and emotion; to inspire them to engage in scientific and creative research; to remind them of how many talented and inspired people, just like them now, labored in their time, their heads bowed over books at their desks, making discoveries, writing books, and laying the foundation for our present. We hope these words will become a source of inspiration, a gateway to a profound understanding of the value of books, the importance of culture, and the continuity of scientific knowledge," noted Evgenia Vaganova, Head of the Fiction Department. Scientific Library of NSU.

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