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Xi Jinping's global governance initiative aligns with Russia's Eurasian security vision, Putin said.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Sochi, October 3 (Xinhua) – Chinese President Xi Jinping's global governance initiative aligns with Russia's ideas on Eurasian security. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin in response to questions from experts at the Valdai International Discussion Club.

"Some of President Xi Jinping's initiatives, on global governance, for example, are highly consistent with our ideas on Eurasian security," Putin said.

The Russian leader also assessed the consequences of introducing a visa-free regime with China.

"What will be the consequences? I think they will be extremely positive, because the foundation of interstate relations is created, first and foremost, at the human level," the Russian president said.

He said that a mirror decision on a visa-free regime for Chinese tourists will be announced in the near future. –0–

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The US is in a state of "armed conflict" with drug cartels, says Donald Trump.

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Washington, October 2 (Xinhua) — US President Donald Trump notified Congress that the country is in a state of "non-international armed conflict" with drug cartels, which his administration has designated as terrorist organizations. This was reported by local media on Thursday.

D. Trump has determined that these cartels are non-state armed groups, classifying them as terrorist organizations whose actions amount to an armed attack on the United States, according to a White House memorandum.

According to the document, these groups are now transnational and carry out attacks throughout the Western Hemisphere as organized cartels.

The memorandum does not specify which cartels are being referred to or how US authorities linked the suspects to these organizations.

Last month, US forces sank three ships in international waters south of the Caribbean, allegedly from Venezuela, killing 17 people. A memo described the victims as "unlawful combatants" and justified the US strikes as self-defense.

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An individual programming championship was held at NSU.

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The competition took place on Sunday, September 21, for the 14th time. The intellectual battle brought together the strongest representatives of NSU faculties, the NSU Specialized Scientific Center, as well as schoolchildren and students from other universities. The event attracted over 30 participants.

Congratulations to the winners and runners-up of the NSU Individual Championship in Sports Programming:

1st place – Roman Boluts (Faculty of Information Technology, NSU, 1st year); 2nd place – Gleb Shakin (NSU Specialized Educational Center); 3rd place – Danil Aleshkov (Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics of NSU, 2nd year).

The Olympiad lasted five hours and was conducted according to ICPC rules, but in an individual format. Participants had to solve 13 problems of varying difficulty, from basic to very complex. Three problems remained unsolved—not a single participant was able to submit them.

"The goal of the championship is to attract students to competitive programming, demonstrate how such competitions are conducted, and, of course, identify the strongest. It's a great experience that develops skills and allows you to experience the atmosphere of a real competition. It's also important that we have the support of our partners: this year, prizes for the participants were prepared by Kontur and the Novosibirsk Sobolev Research Center," explains organizer Vladimir Isachenko.

The winner of the competition is a first-year student Faculty of Information Technology of NSU Roman Boluts shared his impressions:

I've been into competitive programming since school, so I try to participate in every competition like this. It was a chance for me to test my skills and join a strong team, and it worked out. I expected to place second or third, but I ended up first—and that exceeded my expectations.

Organizers note that such competitions help students not only test their knowledge but also find like-minded people and increase interest in competitive programming at the university.

The material was prepared by: Yulia Dankova, NSU press service

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NSU is developing cosmetic overlays for lower limb prostheses.

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Novosibirsk State University is developing lightweight, aesthetically pleasing, and functional cosmetic overlays for leg and thigh prostheses. The project received 1 million rubles in funding from the federal Student Startup competition.

The idea for the project came about in research group of biomechanics and medical engineering(headed by Vladimir Sergeevich Serdyukov), which is based at the Mathematical Center in Akademgorodok and Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies of NSU is engaged in the development of new solutions and technologies, including digital ones, in the field of limb prosthetics and rehabilitation of amputees.

"By working with rehabilitation centers, we discovered that people with amputations want to disguise the medical appearance of their prosthetics, and existing solutions don't fully address this need—they're either too expensive, offer a limited selection of designs, or are difficult to access in Russia," said Yegor Nikolenko, a third-year student at the Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics (FMM) and laboratory assistant at the NSU Institute of Mechanics and Mathematics (IMMT), describing the project's origins.

Currently, 3D printing is typically used to manufacture overlays. The key technological advantage of the solution proposed at NSU is its use of polyurethane casting in molds with a relief. This technology allows for faster and more cost-effective production compared to 3D printing, which positively impacts the final cost of the product. Polyurethane also offers other important advantages: it is affordable, wear-resistant, hypoallergenic, and lightweight.

Another important point: most manufacturers of similar polyurethane foam pads only offer options in a standard nude color scheme. These are designed to follow the anatomical contours of the shin and mimic the natural appearance of the leg. Colored options are also available, but they are typically made of plastic.

Work on the project began at the end of last academic year. The team currently consists of four people: third-year students at the Faculty of Mathematics and Mechanics of NSU, Yegor Nikolenko, Sofia Valieva, and Tatyana Shashkina, and a master's student at the Faculty of Mathematics and Mechanics of NSU, Danil Tishchenko. Material samples have already been purchased for strength and wear resistance testing, and work has begun on the technical concept and design of the models. The team is also actively testing materials, practicing the technology for attaching the onlay to the prosthesis, and mastering 3D modeling software.

The technological process for manufacturing onlays includes the following steps: creating a 3D model with a unique relief; producing a prototype mold on a 3D printer; casting liquid polyurethane into the mold with pigment of the desired color; polymerization; and developing a universal attachment system for the prosthesis. This simple and easily scalable technology allows for quick and cost-effective design changes.

"Our product solves two main problems. Firstly, aesthetics and psychology—visually disguising the mechanical structure and, most importantly, providing the user with a tool for self-expression through the choice of designs and colors. This reduces stigma and increases psychological comfort, allowing the prosthesis to be perceived as part of personal style rather than a medical device. This is relevant given the growing demand for customization and improving the quality of life for people with prosthetics. Secondly, it addresses functionality, meaning protecting the expensive prosthesis from external influences," added Yegor Nikolenko.

Within a year, the project will result in the creation of full-size prototypes that have been tested by patients at the Novosibirsk branch of the Moscow Prosthetic and Orthopaedic Enterprise and the Orthos Scientific and Educational Center. The developers hope that their product will be in demand both by end users—people with lower leg or femur amputations—and by orthopedic and prosthetic clinics and rehabilitation centers.

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Russia is ready to support Donald Trump's proposal on Gaza – Vladimir Putin

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Sochi, October 3 (Xinhua) — Russian President Vladimir Putin called the situation in Gaza a terrible event in modern human history. He stated Russia's readiness to support US President Donald Trump's Gaza plan if it leads to a settlement of the conflict, which is possible through the creation of two states. The Russian president made this statement while answering questions from experts at the Valdai International Discussion Club.

“Regarding President Trump’s proposals on Gaza, you know, it will probably be unexpected for you, but overall, Russia is ready to support him,” Putin said.

“If, of course, we must look carefully at the proposals made, and if, of course, this will lead to the final goal that we have always talked about,” he added.

The Russian leader clarified that Russia has always advocated the creation of two states: Israel and a Palestinian state. However, he said, it is necessary to consult the opinions of the Palestinian people and other countries in the region.

On September 29, the White House released a plan for Gaza. It calls for the demilitarization of the territory and the destruction of "terrorist infrastructure," an immediate end to the war with the withdrawal of Israeli troops and the return of hostages, the release of prisoners and an amnesty for Hamas members, the provision of humanitarian aid, and the restoration of infrastructure under the control of a temporary Palestinian committee with international oversight.

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NSU volunteers were awarded for their assistance in organizing the Science Picnic.

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Source: Novosibirsk State University –

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On September 30, an awards ceremony was held in the new NSU auditorium building to honor the volunteers who helped organize and run the NSU Science Picnic on September 1. More than 50 volunteers participated in the event: volunteers assisted at partner sites and student clubs, worked in the headquarters and on stage, participated in preparing photos and videos, and organized the fire show.

"Today we have gathered to express our gratitude to the volunteers—the people without whom the NSU Science Picnic would not have been possible," noted Daria Grevtsova, a youth relations specialist.

Words of gratitude were also expressed by Svetlana Dovgal, Director of the NSU Career Development Center:

"Our school year began with excellent weather and activities. On September 1st, we all came together as a single, large group, and the Science Picnic was a shining example of this coordinated effort."

Elena Krasilova, Head of the Department of Youth Policy and Educational Work, emphasized that the contribution of every volunteer was important, regardless of how many hours they spent on the site:

"Only when we have many of us can we pull off truly large-scale and high-quality events. We believe in you, in our new volunteer team, and hope to work together to make this academic year vibrant and engaging."

She concluded:

"I'm sure that becoming a volunteer isn't a coincidence, but an inner state of mind, a need to help. They're a special category of people, and I'm happy to be here with you today."

Material prepared by: Ekaterina Mukovozchik, NSU press service

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Two people were killed and another was wounded in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon.

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Beirut, October 3 (Xinhua) — Two Hezbollah members were killed and one civilian was wounded in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Thursday, Lebanese sources reported.

The Health Ministry's Emergency Operations Center said in a press release that an Israeli strike on a vehicle on the Jarmak-Khordali road near the southern city of Nabatiyeh killed two people and injured another.

According to Lebanon's National News Agency (NNA), it was a drone attack.

A Lebanese army intelligence source told Xinhua that two of the dead were Hezbollah members: Ahmad Saad and Mustafa Rizk.

A ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States and France between Hezbollah and Israel has been in effect since November 27, 2024. It put an end to the clashes that erupted between the two sides after the start of the war in the Gaza Strip.

Despite the ceasefire, the Israeli army has been carrying out sporadic strikes into Lebanon, claiming they are aimed at eliminating "threats" from Hezbollah and maintaining its forces in five key positions along the Lebanese border.

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Dmitry Chernyshenko: Using support programs, 18,700 numbers will be introduced by 2025.

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Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko chaired a meeting of the Government Commission on Tourism Development. The results of the 2025 summer tourism season were summarized and industry development issues were discussed.

"By decision of the President, the national project 'Tourism and Hospitality Industry' was launched in 2021. Since January of this year, the updated national project 'Tourism and Hospitality' has been addressing such issues as the creation of the federal resorts 'Five Seas and Lake Baikal', supporting national producers, and continuing to implement measures in demand by regions and businesses. The President of Russia has instructed us to increase the share of tourism in GDP from the current 2.9% to 5% by 2030, triple the export of tourism services, and increase the number of tourist trips to 140 million by 2030. This requires coordinated interdepartmental work between regions and businesses, as well as rapid decision-making," noted Dmitry Chernyshenko.

He emphasized that the number of tourist trips within Russia in the first eight months of 2025 amounted to 61.7 million, a 5.4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The number of tourist trips by Russians amounted to 58.6 million, while foreigners accounted for 3.1 million. The leading growth regions in terms of volume over the first eight months of this year were St. Petersburg, the Tver, Vladimir, and Novosibirsk regions, and the Republic of Tatarstan. The fastest-growing regions were the Karachay-Cherkess Republic, the Republics of Adygea and Kalmykia, the Tver Region, and the Jewish Autonomous Region.

"We're focusing on infrastructure, tourist accommodation, and expanding our hotel room inventory. By 2025, we've added 18,700 rooms through support programs, including 6,200 through the preferential lending program and 12,500 through modular programs. Projects with 74,000 rooms and major investment projects, collectively designed to support an additional 39 million visits per year, are currently participating in the preferential lending program," the Deputy Prime Minister noted.

Dmitry Chernyshenko reported that regional projects for modular hotels have been selected for three years, and a subsidy of 15 billion rubles has already been distributed to 54 regions, which will allow for the opening of over 10,000 rooms by 2028. A unified regional subsidy for tourism infrastructure development has also been allocated for three years, with 27 billion rubles allocated for these purposes.

The meeting was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Economic Development, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Education and Science, the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, other interested departments and organizations, as well as regions of Russia.

Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov thanked the regions and industry for their active participation in the large-scale "Travel!" forum and their extensive work during the summer season: "The season was productive, in part because we held interdepartmental meetings in the lead-up to it and addressed all key issues. A similar extended meeting on preparations for the winter season is planned for October-November."

Yuri Zaitsev, Head of the Mari El Republic, and Natalia Chechina, Vice Governor of St. Petersburg, noted that special attention is being paid to state support under the national project "Tourism and Hospitality." The funds received are being used to develop specialized centers, support private initiatives, and host major events.

"We continue to expand our hotel room inventory through national project programs, and we are focused on market legalization and improving service quality through the accommodation classification reform," emphasized Maxim Reshetnikov.

Particular attention was paid to the situation in the Krasnodar Krai, where a decline in revenue occurred at the beginning of the season due to the emergency in Anapa. To support the industry, companies in the emergency zone were granted extended deadlines for paying insurance premiums and taxes. Despite these challenges, the Republic of Crimea and Sevastopol demonstrated stable growth of over 7%, supported by the Russian Ministry of Transport's extensive efforts to increase the capacity of the Crimean Bridge and the number of railcars.

Acting Vice Governor of the Krasnodar Territory Alexander Ruppel thanked the Russian Government for its extensive support of businesses in the affected areas and noted that the region also provided a number of specialized subsidies, preferential loans, and a waiver of the tourist tax.

The active development of car tourism has become a trend this season. This year, approximately 32 million car tours are expected, a 7% increase compared to last year. To develop this trend, regions have already verified over 100 car tourism routes on the national tourism portal, and the number of tourist attractions included in these routes has reached almost 1,500. One billion rubles have been allocated as part of a unified regional subsidy for the development of roadside infrastructure in 19 regions along federal highways.

Dmitry Chernyshenko supported the initiative to hold interdepartmental meetings to prepare for the winter tourism season. He instructed all interested agencies and regions to participate in the development of the business program architecture and plan ahead for participation in the traditional summer forum "Travel!", as well as to explore options for integrating the services of the national messenger Max into the tourism industry.

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Marat Khusnullin: Around 250 traffic lights and over 30,000 road signs have been installed under the "Infrastructure for Life" national project since the beginning of the year.

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Since the beginning of the year, thanks to the "Infrastructure for Life" national project, approximately 250 traffic lights, over 30,000 road signs, and other road safety improvements have been installed in Russian regions, according to Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin.

"Along with road repairs, great attention is being paid to safety. Work is underway to install traffic lights, lighting, barriers, and signs—everything that helps prevent accidents and save lives. This year, work continues under the national project 'Infrastructure for Life.' Since the beginning of the year, approximately 250 traffic lights, 45,000 linear meters of street lighting, approximately 192,800 linear meters of barriers, and 65,200 linear meters of pedestrian fencing have been installed at these sites," said Marat Khusnullin.

The Deputy Prime Minister added that 219,000 linear meters of sidewalks and 4,400 linear meters of pedestrian paths, 1,900 linear meters of rumble strips, and more than 32,000 road signs were also installed on the roads.

One of the key objectives of the "Infrastructure for Life" national project is to reduce road traffic fatalities by 1.5 times by 2030 and by 2 times by 2036, compared to 2023 levels. There are no random elements in the overall road infrastructure. Each one is part of a comprehensive safety system.

"By the end of the year, more than 960 traffic lights, 254,000 linear meters of street lighting, approximately 780,000 linear meters of barriers, and 173,000 linear meters of pedestrian fencing will be installed at sites within the 'Infrastructure for Life' national project. Specialists will construct 631,000 linear meters of sidewalks and 16,500 linear meters of pedestrian paths, 10,900 linear meters of rumble strips, and install more than 108,000 road signs. At the same time, many regions are experimenting with new technologies and combining various elements to achieve the best results," said Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin.

Particular attention is being paid to preventing child road traffic injuries. Road workers' priority is maintaining school routes.

"As part of the national project 'Infrastructure for Life,' we're implementing a comprehensive set of measures aimed at improving road safety for children. This year, under the 'Infrastructure for Life' national project alone, we'll be bringing over 3,000 km of road network up to standard – these include sections of the street and road network in populated areas leading to schools, as well as school bus routes in the districts. These areas typically include pedestrian crossings, speed bumps, and other amenities. Furthermore, thanks to the federal project 'Road Safety,' extensive work is underway to foster a culture of safe behavior in children. Specifically, the All-Russian 'Safe Roads' Olympiad is currently underway, and any schoolchild can participate and improve their road literacy. All of this, taken together, will significantly reduce the number of road accidents involving children," noted Roman Novikov, head of the Federal Road Agency.

In the Volzhsky District of the Samara Region, a 4-kilometer section of the regional highway Pod'em-Mikhailovka – Bogdanovka – Alekseyevka, which runs along one of the village's main thoroughfares, Sukhova Street, was overhauled. The village has a population of over 1,500. The highway is located near a comprehensive school attended by approximately 150 children, so the repairs were completed in time for the start of the school year. In addition to the roadway renovation, sidewalks were built and lighting poles were installed along Sukhova Street.

In the Orekhovo-Zuyevsky District of the Moscow Region, yellow road markings were applied along the centerline of two sections of the regional road between Orekhovo-Zuyevo and Vereya, along with Novonikolayevka, as a trial. The road connects several small towns with the administrative center, and is used by over 6,000 motorists daily. The markings were applied from the "Dachi-2" bus stop to the entrance to Orekhovo-Zuyevo, as well as from the village of Novy Snopok to the village of Novonikolayevka.

In the Murmansk Region, over 600 delineators—flexible road signal posts—have been installed on three potentially dangerous sections of regional roads to reduce accidents. These elements help drivers better navigate the road, especially in poor visibility, reducing the likelihood of driving into oncoming traffic.

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Dmitry Chernyshenko congratulated teachers and students of the Logos College at the St. Paphnutius Borovsk Monastery on Secondary Vocational Education Day.

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During a working visit to the Kaluga Region, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko, along with Governor Vladislav Shapsha, congratulated the faculty and students of Logos College at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary St. Paphnutius Borovsky Monastery on Secondary Vocational Education Day and also assessed the educational and tourism infrastructure.

The college was established in 2024 at the request of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and is part of the "Professionalism" federal project of the "Youth and Children" national project.

Dmitry Chernyshenko thanked the regional leadership, the monastery's abbot, Hieromonk Paphnutius, and the builders.

"I want to congratulate you all. Today marks the 85th anniversary of the secondary vocational education system. This is the largest educational system in our country: over 3,000 colleges and technical schools, with approximately 4 million students enrolled. I am very glad that you have joined this student family. This is the most exciting time of your lives. Now you are gaining knowledge and a truly profound upbringing. Right here, a spiritual tuning fork is at your fingertips, which will set you in the right mood. This wonderful place embodies the combination of the spiritual, the secular, and the scientific. Our President, Vladimir Putin, has set a national goal of realizing the potential of every person and developing their talents. And here, every opportunity has been created for this," the Deputy Prime Minister noted.

In response to student questions, Dmitry Chernyshenko discussed his path in programming and building a family during his student years, career prospects in Information Systems and Programming, and the economic model of Russian high-performance sports.

Vladislav Shapsha thanked the Russian government for its support in the creation of Logos and Dmitry Chernyshenko for visiting the institution on the 85th anniversary of secondary vocational education. The regional governor explained that this is the first college opened in the region since the collapse of the Soviet Union and the first technical educational institution in the country established under the auspices of the Russian Orthodox Church.

The governor addressed the first students: "Guys, you're truly lucky. You have a wonderful future, I'm sure of it. But you'll have to work hard to get there. Your teachers are wonderful, professional, and they'll give you everything you need. Whether you take it or not is entirely up to you."

As part of the "Professionalism" program, the first 90 students began mastering in-demand specialties, including information technology and security, and radio-technical information systems. One of the curricula—"Installation, Maintenance, and Repair of Biotechnical and Medical Equipment"—was included in the secondary vocational education curriculum for the first time. Specialists with this qualification are in demand at many medical institutions, including the National Medical Research Center of Radiology. In addition to the core program, additional education is provided, where young men and women study in-depth the history of their country and native land, as well as the foundations of Orthodox culture.

Dmitry Chernyshenko and Vladislav Shapsha, along with the monastery's abbot, Hieromonk Paphnutius, also assessed the infrastructure of the St. Paphnutius Borovsk Monastery and its tourist attractions.

In particular, a large-scale improvement project, "Six Centuries under the Protection of Paphnutius," was completed in Borovsk, located within the monastery garden. The project was named the winner of the 9th All-Russian Competition for the Best Projects to Create a Comfortable Urban Environment in 2024 in the "Historical Settlements" category.

The Deputy Prime Minister also assessed the modular, non-permanent accommodation facilities on the grounds of the Monastery Ponds complex. The project was implemented with the aim of promoting family and pilgrimage tourism.

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