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A meeting of the Alliance of Chinese and Russian Universities for Language Education and the 2025 Forum of Rectors of Chinese and Russian Universities were held in Heilongjiang Province.

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

Beijing, December 18 (Xinhua) — A meeting of the Alliance of Chinese and Russian Universities for Language Education and a forum of rectors of Chinese and Russian universities in 2025 were held at Heilongjiang University (Heilongjiang Province, northeast China) on Wednesday, Heilongjiang Broadcasting reported.

The event was attended by over 140 people, including representatives of relevant departments of the Heilongjiang Provincial Government, the Russian Consulate General in Harbin, as well as officials, experts, scholars, and students from more than 40 universities in China and Russia.

Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Konstantin Mogilevsky sent a congratulatory letter to the participants of this event, in which he praised the Alliance's important role as a platform for cooperation and exchange in the field of language education between the two countries, and expressed confidence that the Alliance will continue to deepen cooperation in the field of language education and cultural and humanitarian exchanges between the two countries.

In a video address, Irina Kraeva, Rector of Moscow State Linguistic University (MSLU), summarized the effectiveness of cooperation in building the China-Russia Alliance in 2025, stating that MSLU will strive to develop young talent, continue to deepen practical cooperation, and promote the high-quality development of the Alliance.

In his speech, Wang Shaosong, Director of the International Cooperation and Exchange Department at the Heilongjiang Provincial Department of Education, emphasized that Heilongjiang Province places great importance on educational exchanges with Russia and has achieved remarkable results. He hopes that the event's participants will be able to jointly develop a new model for training linguistic specialists and provide a powerful impetus for joint training and strengthening the friendship between China and Russia.

The event also featured two parallel sub-forums: "Innovation and Development of Cooperation in Language Education between Chinese and Russian Universities" and "Development of the Era and the Power of Youth – Youth Exchanges between Chinese and Russian Universities." Participants discussed topics such as improving operational efficiency through the implementation of technology and resource sharing, joint training, and cultural enrichment.

The event was organized by Heilongjiang University jointly with MSLU. -0-

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The Moscow Metro has launched its newest train, the "Moscow-2026."

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A new, high-tech train, the "Moscow-2026" series, has entered service on the Zamoskvoretskaya Line of the Moscow Metro. This modern train was designed and manufactured by Metrovagonmash using domestically produced components.

Before entering service, the train underwent a comprehensive test run without passengers. Specialists checked the operation of all systems and mechanisms, analyzing every detail.

The new "Moscow-2026" series retains the key advantages of previous generations: powerful air conditioning systems, wide doors, comfortable inter-carriage walkways, and adaptive lighting. The train's capacity has been increased by 10% compared to traditional "numbered" trains, and the door width has increased by 32%.

Engineers also improved ergonomics and passenger comfort. The new train features increased glass area in the entrance areas, upgraded rearview cameras, and an improved passenger-driver communication system. The seats now have no metal joints, and the air conditioning system now has more air ducts in the ceiling. The lighting in the head cars has also been completely updated.

The Moscow-2026 is a new step in the development of domestic transport engineering. Today, this train can rightfully be called one of the most technologically advanced and comfortable metro cars in the world.

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2025 — The Year of the Moscow Tram: A second line without overhead wires opened in the capital, and tram #5 returned to its historic route between Belorussky Station and Rizhskaya Station.

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Moscow, December 16, 2025 – The outgoing year 2025 can rightfully be called a year of breakthroughs in the development of the Moscow tram system. A number of key projects have been implemented in the capital that will shape the future of this mode of urban transport for decades to come. These include the launch of Russia's first fully driverless tram, the introduction of overhead tram line sections for autonomously powered trams, and the launch of the first Moscow Tram Diameter (MTD).

Today, December 16, 2025, these significant events were complemented by the opening of Moscow's second overhead line, marking the return of tram #5 to the Trifonovskaya Street route connecting Belorussky Railway Station and Rizhskaya Metro Station after 30 years.

To implement the project, Moscow Metro specialists carried out extensive work: the rails, sleepers, and track surface were completely replaced. New tram tracks were laid on the section of Gilyarovsky Street between Trifonovskaya Street and Rizhskaya Square, and a modern turning loop was installed at Rizhskaya Metro Station.

The track was laid using cutting-edge seamless installation technology, using rubber seals and special vibration-damping mats. This ensures a quiet and smooth ride for trams, improving comfort for both passengers and residents of adjacent streets. The new section is fully integrated into the existing tram network, with three switches at the intersection of Trifonovskaya and Obraztsova Streets being upgraded.

Route No. 5 is served by modern "Lvenok-Moskva" trams. They travel over 4 kilometers from Obraztsova Street to the Rizhskaya metro station and back, running autonomously, without the need to connect to the overhead power system.

"2025 truly marks a turning point for the Moscow tram. Not only have we launched Russia's first driverless tram and the Moscow Tram Diameter, but we're also continuing to develop the infrastructure, bringing trams back to areas where they haven't been for decades. The opening of the Trifonovskaya Street line is an important step in this direction, demonstrating the effectiveness of autonomous operation and the city's commitment to creating modern, comfortable, and environmentally friendly transportation for Muscovites," said Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport.

In addition to the transportation infrastructure, comprehensive improvements were made to Trifonovskaya and adjacent streets. A comfortable public space with landscaping and cozy recreation areas was created at Rizhskaya Square, significantly improving the quality of the urban environment.

The immediate plans include the opening of the second Moscow Tram Diameter (T2) from the Novogireevo MCD station to the Chertanovskaya metro station, as well as the further expansion of the Moscow tram network. Priority areas include extending the lines on Entuziastov Highway to the Ivanovskoye district and on Akademika Korolyova Street to the TV Center and Ostankino MCD station, which will make the tram network even more accessible and expand to new areas of the capital.

About the Moscow tram:

The Moscow tram is one of the oldest and most dynamically developing urban transport systems. In recent years, Moscow has been actively implementing projects to modernize and expand the tram network, introduce cutting-edge technologies, and improve passenger comfort, confirming Moscow's status as a leader in smart transportation.

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Moscow's T1 tram diameter carried more than 1.8 million passengers in its first month of operation.

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The new Moscow Tram Diameter T1, connecting Metrogorodok and the Universitet metro station, carried over 1.8 million passengers in its first month of operation. The route is 27 kilometers long, making it the longest urban tram diameter in the world.

The T1 tram line covers 13 districts of the capital, providing convenient access to 24 metro stations, the Moscow Central Circle (MCC) and Moscow Central Diameters (MCD), as well as four railway stations. The line is staffed by approximately 50 modern "Lvenok-Moscow" trams equipped with an autonomous driving system, which maintains a consistent interval of just six minutes.

The launch of T1 has reduced travel times in the city center by up to 20%. The new diameter has become a comfortable and efficient means of transportation for more than a million residents of the capital.

"The Moscow T1 tram diameter has demonstrated impressive results in its first month of operation. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported that the T1 trams have already made over 10,000 trips and traveled over 270,000 kilometers. This transport solution has proven its popularity among passengers. We are convinced that autonomous trams are reliable, comfortable, and safe," noted Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport.

The success of the first tram diameter confirms the potential for this transport model. In the spring of 2026, the capital plans to launch a second tram diameter, connecting the Novogireevo MCD station with the Chertanovskaya metro station, continuing the expansion of comfortable and modern urban infrastructure.

About Moscow Tram Diameter T1:

The Moscow Tram Diameter T1 is a new urban transportation development project for Moscow, designed to improve accessibility and reduce travel times for residents. It is a modern tram line offering a high level of service and utilizing cutting-edge technology.

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Financial news: The Bank of Russia's position on the recovery of damages caused by the illegal actions of European banks in court (18.12.2025).

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Source: Central Bank of Russia

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In connection with the ongoing attempts by the authorities of the European Union to carry out illegal seizure/use without the consent of the Bank of Russia of its assets placed in EU financial institutions, including through establishments In accordance with its previously stated position on ensuring the protection of its interests, the Bank of Russia, in accordance with its previously stated position on ensuring the protection of its interests, announces that it will recover damages from European banks in a Russian arbitration court, in the amount of illegally held assets and lost profits, caused by the unlawful blocking and use of its assets.

Let us recall that the Bank of Russia had previously filed lawsuitto Euroclear in the Arbitration Court of Moscow.

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December 18, 2025

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Financial news: On December 18, 2025, the Moscow Small Business Lending Assistance Fund will hold a deposit auction.

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Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

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Parameters;

The deposit auction date is 18.12.2025. Placement currency is RUB. The maximum amount of funds placed (in the placement currency) is 111,000,000. Placement period, days – 122. Date of depositing funds is 19.12.2025. Date of return of funds is 20.04.2026. Minimum placement interest rate, % per annum is 15.6. Terms of the conclusion, urgent or special (Urgent). The minimum amount of funds placed for one application (in the placement currency) is 111,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one Participant, pcs. 1. Auction form, open or closed (Open). Basis of the Agreement is the General Agreement. Schedule (Moscow time). Applications in preliminary mode from 15:10 to 15:20. Applications in competition mode from 15:20 to 15:25. Setting the cutoff interest rate or declaring the auction invalid before 15:40. Additional terms – Placement of funds with the option of early withdrawal of the entire deposit amount and payment of accrued interest on the deposit amount at the rate established by the deposit transaction, in the event of the Bank's non-compliance with the requirements set forth in paragraph 2.1. of the Regulation "On the procedure for selecting banks for placing funds of the Moscow Small Business Lending Assistance Fund in deposits (deposits) under the GDS" (as amended on the date of the deposit transaction), early withdrawal at the "on demand" rate, interest payment monthly, on the last business day of the month, without replenishment.

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December 17, 2025 Super prices on sea cruises: April – October 2026 “Catch the Wave” promotion: Mediterranean Sea, Japan and South Korea on cruises on MSC Cruises ships.

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Source: Infoflot Cruise Center – Infoflot Cruise Center –

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Dear friends,

From December 10, 2025 to March 31, 2026, book cruises on MSC Cruises ships at great prices – from €733 per person.

Sailing regions: Mediterranean Sea and Asia.

The cruise price includes: accommodation in a comfortable cabin, buffet meals and drinks, an entertainment program for the whole family, and workouts in the onboard fitness centers.

Terms of the "Catch the Wave" promotion:

A prepayment of €50 per person is required to book; this offer is only valid for new bookings from December 10, 2025 to March 31, 2026. This offer is compatible with MSC Voyagers Club discounts. The cruise line reserves the right to terminate this offer early.

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Financial news: 12/18/2025, 12:59 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range for assessing market risks for the security RU000A109DY9 (Rosnft4P2) were changed.

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Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

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December 18, 2025

12:59

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the National Credit Center (JSC) on 18.12.2025, 12-59 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 107.93) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 13098.79 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 12.5%) of the security RU000A109DY9 (Rosnft4P2) were changed.

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Financial News: Updated requirements for the RegNum field when registering clients and funds.

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From December 22, 2025, additional requirements will be introduced for the RegNum (registration number) field when registering clients through the Personal Account and via the Web API.

The essence of the changes:

The RegNum field cannot contain only zeros. The value must contain at least one significant character—a digit from 1 to 9 and/or a letter. The characters “_” or “-” are allowed, but without significant characters, they are also considered zero. This prevents the registration of invalid identifiers.

What will change:

In the Personal Account (Client Registration section): when entering a RegNum consisting only of zeros, the system will display the error: "Allowed characters are letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. The registration number cannot be zero." In the Web API: when submitting an invalid RegNum, the ERC response will contain the error: "The value specified for the RegNum field (Registration number of the mutual investment fund trust management rules assigned by the Bank of Russia) is invalid."

Testing:

You can test the changes in a test environment:http://play-apim.moex.com/.

The XSD schema for validation is available at the following link:http://ftp.moex.com/pub/KlintsAPI/WebAPI/ClientRegistration/test/.

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

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Dmitry Grigorenko: The digital model improves the efficiency of public administration.

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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –

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From February 10 to 13, 2026, the first International Congress of Public Administration will be held at the Presidential Academy in Moscow. Its mission is to become a center for developing best practices, identifying key development vectors, and identifying practical challenges to improve the quality of public administration.

The congress will bring together over 1,200 participants, including heads of key departments within the Russian Presidential Administration and Government, heads of regions and municipalities, members of parliament, top managers of state corporations and major Russian business companies, international management experts, public figures, representatives of the scientific and expert community, and youth leaders.

The event is organized by the Presidential Academy with the support of the Government and the Presidential Executive Office of Russia. The Roscongress Foundation is the event's partner.

"In today's world, where we are surrounded by vast amounts of information, effective governance can only be built using digital technologies. They enable faster data processing and better decision-making. Today, the Government is implementing a digital governance model that enables consistent improvements in the implementation of Presidential instructions, state programs, and national projects. This means building roads on time, opening new schools and hospitals. The Congress is a unique platform for sharing experiences, receiving feedback, and demonstrating the most effective public administration technologies for various branches and levels of government," noted Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko.

The congress program will be structured around six thematic areas covering key aspects of modern public administration: development of the state civil service, digitalization of public administration, regional and municipal practices, regulatory policy as a tool for reducing the administrative burden on business, the state for the people, and strategic management of priorities. Within these areas, discussions will cover both systemic issues of public administration reform and specific management solutions and models that have proven effective at the federal, regional, and municipal levels.

The key objectives of the congress include developing practical mechanisms for strengthening cooperation between government, business, and science, as well as synchronizing work within the vertical chain of command—from the heads of federal ministries to municipal-level specialists. Adviser to the President of Russia Anton Kobyakov emphasized: "Today, more than ever, it is important to unite the efforts of government, the expert community, and business at all levels, to coordinate common actions to strengthen and scale up best existing practices. And, of course, to develop new approaches to managing the country's development. The congress will be a unique platform where professional dialogue will translate into real proposals and new ideas."

A distinctive feature of the congress will be its practical focus: approximately 30% of the program will be educational interactive formats, including business games on management decision-making, strategic sessions, and case studies from real-life management practices. The congress sessions themselves will be structured not only by thematic focus but also by three cross-cutting themes: strategizing (improving the effectiveness of goal-setting and developing long-term priorities), implementation (developing and consolidating positions between public authorities to expedite decision-making), and dissemination (replicating achievements and modernizing public feedback mechanisms).

Special attention will be paid to young people within a dedicated thematic track. According to Alexey Komissarov, Rector of the Presidential Academy, the upcoming event is largely aimed at addressing personnel issues and discussing the principles of professional growth in general. "We are looking forward to a relevant discussion of the challenges facing the public administration system in the near future. We plan to discuss the key principles of training a new generation of specialists, those who will assume responsibility for the country's future," he noted.

The event aims to become the primary annual platform for professional dialogue, exchange of experience, and training for managers, businesses, and experts focused on achieving specific, measurable results.

More details on the congress website: http://congress-gov.ru.

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