Polytechnic University at the Russian Industrialist Forum: Results of the Final Day

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The International Forum and Exhibition "Russian Industrialist" concluded on October 31. For Polytechnic University, this day was no less eventful than the previous ones.

Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov visited the Polytechnic University booth. SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy gave him a tour. He described in detail the specific technological solutions and museum exhibits on display. The rector emphasized the significance of all the developments and their advantages over similar technologies. He also noted the partnerships and collaboration with leading Russian companies, such as the state corporation Rosatom and Gazprom.

Andrey Rudskoy also held talks with Purnima Anand, President of the Indian non-governmental organization "BRICS International Forum." They discussed opportunities for cooperation with India in training engineers for the civil nuclear industry, the creation of joint educational programs, and attracting Indian students to the Polytechnic University's winter and summer schools.

"We're always happy to build new partnerships internationally. More than 5,000 international students are already studying at the Polytechnic University. Currently, we have very few students from India, but we believe their number needs to increase," emphasized Andrey Rudskoy.

SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy met with Alexander Blokhin, the lead developer at Zvezda. The Rector discussed the university's developments and how it builds collaboration with industrial partners. Alexander Blokhin, in turn, introduced the company's products. The partners ultimately identified areas in which Polytechnic University and Zvezda could further collaborate.

All guests who visited the Polytechnic University stand during the forum highly praised the university's educational and scientific activities, and also noted the quality, relevance, and advantages of the technological solutions presented.

The focus was on developments from the Laser and Additive Technologies Research Laboratory, the Lightweight Materials and Structures Laboratory, and the Engineering Center for Design, Certification, and Testing of Advanced Energy Sources. IMMiT's exhibit at the forum reflected the institute's systematic approach to developing technological areas—from materials science and welding processes to next-generation energy systems—reaffirming the Polytechnic University's key role in shaping Russia's industrial potential.

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Xi Jinping put forward a five-point proposal for the establishment of an Asia-Pacific community.

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Gyeongju, South Korea, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday put forward a five-point proposal to advance win-win and inclusive economic globalization and build an Asia-Pacific community.

He put forward this proposal in his speech titled “Joining to shape a win-win, inclusive and open economy in the Asia-Pacific region” at the opening session of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting.

Over the past 30-plus years since its founding, APEC has led the region in pursuing open development and contributed to the transformation of the Asia-Pacific region (APR) into the most economically dynamic region in the world, Xi Jinping noted.

The world is currently undergoing accelerated changes unseen in a century, and the Asia-Pacific region is facing growing uncertainty and destabilizing factors in its development, he said, adding that the more difficult the situation, the more APEC members must unite.

The Chinese leader called on APEC members to remain committed to the organization's founding mission of promoting economic growth and improving people's lives, and to support open development in which everyone has equal opportunities and benefits. He also called for efforts to promote a win-win and inclusive economic globalization and the creation of an Asia-Pacific community.

Xi Jinping put forward a five-point proposal.

First, he called for joint efforts to safeguard the multilateral trading system. The Chinese President emphasized that APEC members should practice genuine multilateralism, strengthen the authority and effectiveness of the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization at its core, and update international economic and trade rules to reflect changing conditions to better protect the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries.

Secondly, he called for the creation of an open economic environment in the region. According to Xi Jinping, APEC members should further advance trade and investment liberalization and facilitation, deepen financial and fiscal cooperation, consistently advance regional economic integration, and promote synergies and joint progress in order to give new impetus to the development of the Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area.

Third, Xi Jinping stressed the need for joint efforts to ensure the stable and smooth operation of production and supply chains.

He emphasized that APEC members should work together rather than apart, strengthen ties rather than sever them, actively expand shared interests, and support the open development of supply chains. Concrete and tangible results should be achieved in infrastructure, institutional, and people-to-people connectivity to further strengthen the foundations of open development in the Asia-Pacific region, the Chinese President stated.

Fourth, Xi Jinping called for advancing the digital and green transformation of trade. He called for digital technologies to become a powerful catalyst for cross-border trade, the elimination of all trade barriers related to environmental protection, and expanded cooperation in green manufacturing, clean energy, and environmentally sound mining.

Fifth, Xi Jinping called on Asia-Pacific economies to work together to promote mutually beneficial and inclusive development. He emphasized the importance of adhering to the concept of people-centered development, focusing on addressing development imbalances, and promoting a more inclusive and sustainable economic globalization for the benefit of the region's people.

China cooperates with various parties to promote high-quality development under the Belt and Road Initiative and is committed to achieving common development and prosperity with all countries, Xi said.

The Chinese President emphasized that China has consistently adhered to the basic national policy of openness and has been promoting the construction of an open global economy through tangible actions.

Noting that the 4th Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee adopted proposals for formulating the 15th Five-Year Development Plan, Xi Jinping said China will seize this opportunity to further comprehensively deepen reforms and expand high-level opening-up, as well as create new opportunities for the Asia-Pacific region and the world through the latest achievements of Chinese-style modernization.

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Breaking News: China Ready to Strengthen Development Strategy Alignment with Thailand and Share Development Experience in the New Era – Xi Jinping

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Gyeongju, South Korea, October 31, Xinhua — China is willing to strengthen the alignment of development strategies with Thailand and share development experience in the new era, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced in Gyeongju on Friday.

During a meeting with Thai Prime Minister Anuthin Chanvirakun on the sidelines of the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting, Xi Jinping called for accelerating the construction of the China-Thailand railway and stepping up cooperation in agricultural trade, the green economy, and digital innovation.

The Chinese President called on both countries to step up efforts to combat cross-border crimes such as cyber fraud, gambling and telecommunications fraud to create a safe environment for bilateral exchanges and cooperation.

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The cross-university examination has been completed at the Polytechnic University

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At Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University a cross-university examination session was held over the course of two days, initiated by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocenter".

Intensive work involving university leadership, institute directors, heads of research laboratories, faculty, and industry representatives was designed to assess the universities' implementation of development programs, highlight successful practices and problem areas, identify areas for growth, and prepare useful recommendations for the development of universities across the country.

On the second day of the cross-university assessment, participants continued working in groups on the following topics: "Management System for Achieving Technological Leadership. Development Team," "Research and Development as the Basis for Competitive Technological Solutions," "Engineering Education," and "Strategic Technological Projects."

Participants shared their visions of how to cultivate technological leaders and visionaries within the university; what needs to be changed in the approach to developing educational programs; and how to transform the entire structure of the educational institution to continue developing fundamental science and effectively collaborate with industrial partners on R&D. This candid discussion among professionals allowed them to identify the barriers and challenges the university faces in achieving its goals and objectives, both at the institutional and national levels.

"Already, about 10% of graduates have the potential to become future technology leaders, but, of course, we want to see more of them. I'd also like to highlight another important aspect: we are essentially nurturing ambassadors. Our graduates go to work for industrial partners, head departments, and then come to us as representatives of qualified clients," Marina Bolsunovskaya, Head of the Industrial Stream Data Processing Systems Laboratory at the St. Petersburg Polytechnical School, noted during her speech.

Participants at the event noted that industries struggle to share their knowledge and technologies with each other, and perhaps the university could contribute to overcoming this national challenge.

"The cross-university review is a significant event for the university, the participants of the Priority 2030 program, and the entire higher education system. For us, it's not only an independent assessment of our strategy but also a tool for professional dialogue that helps strengthen our scientific and educational potential and chart a sustainable development path. I am confident that the review's results will serve as an important benchmark for further transformations and will help us more effectively integrate education, science, and innovation. The Polytechnic University traditionally serves as a platform for the open exchange of opinions and the joint search for solutions, and this review confirms our commitment to development and cooperation. I thank my colleagues, experts, and industrial partners for their active participation, constructive approach, and important comments, which we will certainly take into account during the university's transformation," said SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

The solutions proposed following the cross-university review were evaluated by experts from the Federal State Autonomous Institution "Sociocenter," members of the expert group under the Council for the Support of Development Programs, and representatives of industrial partners—Tsentrotekh-Engineering LLC (Rosatom State Corporation), Power Machines JSC, and others.

"It's crucial that, as part of the cross-university review, we were able to conduct a professional discussion without regard to rank or title, where each specialist could express their opinion, even if it differed, to the vice-rector or director of the institute. This allowed us to truly uncover and assess the challenges facing the university and, accordingly, propose the most effective solutions," noted Dmitry Shabalkin, an expert at the Sociocenter.

The cross-university assessment is an annual event that will be held at all universities participating in the Priority 2030 program.

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The concepts of student startup projects were defended at St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering.

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Defense Day at the Growth Point

The "Growth Point" space at SPbGASU hosted the presentation of student startup concepts, which are being developed as part of the "Startup as a Diploma" program.

Nineteen teams presented their ideas in the areas of construction technologies, digital solutions, and engineering services. The projects were distinguished by their practical focus, relevance, and creative approach to solving industry challenges.

The projects presented included: "Code.ak" – a platform for student IT solutions (authors Andrey Kornyushin, Kirill Fershtadt, and Vadim Koptsov); "maps4people" – a cross-platform web application for intelligent navigation inside buildings and complexes (Kirill Tishunin, Danila Luttsev); a biometric control system for occupational safety (Natalya Chernyakova, Veronika Mikhelson, Alexandra Kolesova, Sofia Myagkaya); "PARAMETERS" – an automated calculation of development parameters according to urban planning regulations (Sergey Popov); an AI assistant for construction optimization (Nikita Kashcheev, Ksenia Pisareva); a digital platform for the rental and sale of construction machinery and equipment (Alexey Titavnin, Bogdan Yakovenko), and others.

The students' work was evaluated by experts—faculty and industry partners of the university. They noted the high level of preparation of the participants and the practical significance of the ideas presented.

Ekaterina Abolina, Director of the Center for Student Entrepreneurship and Careers at SPbGASU, noted the growing student interest in the program: "Last year, 13 teams participated, and this year, 19. Every year, more and more students are showing initiative and striving to realize their ideas as startups. This is a good indicator that the entrepreneurial environment at the university is developing and becoming more active."

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The RUDN University Faculty of Economics signed a cooperation agreement with two companies

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At the XIV International Gas Forum, the RUDN University Faculty of Economics signed a tripartite cooperation agreement with Gazprom International Limited and RariTEK Holding.

Students at our university will be able to complete internships at partner companies and have the opportunity to receive employment based on their results. The parties will also collaborate on continuing education programs and joint research activities.

Furthermore, as part of the signed agreement, the parties agreed to jointly implement MBA programs, the goal of which is to train qualified specialists in foreign economic activity to ensure effective interaction with friendly states.

The signing of the agreement was a true breakthrough for the faculty. This isn't just a memorandum of understanding—it's a true bridge between the educational process and the world of big technology and business. Our students will have a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of true industrial giants, witness firsthand how innovative projects operate, and even contribute to them. Education is becoming vibrant, dynamic, and relevant, meaning our graduates will emerge as ready-made professionals, in demand by the market right now. This level of interaction between universities and industry is precisely the path that leads to success for every student and the entire educational community!

Inna Andronova

Dean of the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University

About partner companies

Gazprom International Limited is a specialized company of the Gazprom Group focused on prospecting for and acquiring oil and gas assets with high technical and economic indicators in friendly countries. RUDN University previously offered continuing education programs for the company's employees. These programs were aimed at training specialists in aspects of foreign economic activity, including the use of modern financial technologies, economic analysis of international projects, and negotiating with international partners.

JSC RariTEK Holding is a trade and industrial association. The organization's activities are based on a comprehensive approach to the implementation of natural gas vehicles, including the production and supply of natural gas vehicles (compressed/liquefied), genuine spare parts, personnel training, maintenance, the creation and development of natural gas refueling infrastructure, and the conversion of existing vehicles.

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China's Defense Minister met with his American counterpart in Malaysia.

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) — Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun met with his U.S. counterpart Pete Hegseth here on Friday at the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus).

Dong Jun said that Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump held a successful meeting in the Republic of Korea, which set strategic guidelines for the sustainable development of the next stage of China-US relations.

He noted that the defense ministries of both countries must take concrete actions to implement the consensus reached by the heads of state and work to build inter-military relations based on equality and respect, peaceful coexistence, and stable and positive development.

The minister expressed hope that the American side will fulfill its commitment not to try to contain China or provoke conflict, will take a clear stance against “Taiwan independence,” and will cooperate with China to make a positive contribution to ensuring peace and security in the region and throughout the world. –0–

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Lightning: Xi Jinping called on Japan to adhere to and abide by the clear provisions on important issues such as history and Taiwan issues set out in the four Sino-Japanese political documents

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Flash: Xi Jinping called on Japan to adhere to and abide by the clear provisions on major issues such as history and Taiwan issues set out in the four Sino-Japanese political documents. Flash: Xi Jinping called on Japan to adhere to and abide by the clear provisions on major issues such as history and Taiwan issues set out in the four Sino-Japanese political documents.

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China's software and IT services industry grew significantly in the first three quarters of this year.

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BEIJING, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) — China's IT software and services industry saw double-digit growth in revenue from January to September this year, official data showed.

The software and IT services industry's combined revenue for the period increased 13 percent year-on-year to 11.11 trillion yuan (about $1.57 trillion), while total profits rose 8.7 percent to 1.44 trillion yuan, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

In the first nine months, the sector's exports amounted to USD 45.94 billion, which is 6.6 percent more than a year earlier.

The IT services sector's revenue increased by 14.3 percent year-on-year to approximately 7.64 trillion yuan, accounting for 68.8 percent of the total revenue of the software and IT services industry.

In particular, revenue from cloud computing and big data services during the same period grew by 13.7 percent year-on-year to 1.16 trillion yuan. -0-

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Chinese authorities are seeking public opinion on the development of a draft of the 15th Five-Year Plan.

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BEIJING, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) — China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced Friday that it has launched a public consultation process to draft the 15th Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development.

According to Li Chao, a representative of the committee, the agency is currently working with relevant departments and local authorities to prepare a draft of the main provisions of the 15th Five-Year Plan.

According to him, the collection of opinions and proposals on more than 20 key areas of the country's socio-economic development will be conducted from October 31 to November 14 on the committee's official website, on its social media pages, and on the Chinese government portal. -0-

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