JAPAN-RUSSIA STUDENT CONFERENCE 2026 🟢 APPLICATIONS OPEN 🟢 🇷🇺🇯🇵 Don’t miss the unique opportunity to visit Japan, contribute to Japan-Russia relations and build bridges between the two countries and personal ties between the participants. We are pleased to invite you to participate in Japan-Russia Student Conference (JRSC), which will take place 09-26 August 2026 in Tokyo. The official language of JRSC is English. The first conference was held in the late 1980s. Since then its main goal has been to bring Russian and Japanese students together to discuss the issues that remain on the agenda of both countries and the international community. The conference aims to uphold the exchange of cultural experience for further development of Japan-Russia relations. The conference has been held with the long-standing support of MGIMO University, MGIMO Endowment, Scientific Student Society MGIMO and Japan Club MGIMO, and we sincerely thank them for their continued cooperation of this initiative. JRSC-2026 will be held in Tokyo, Japan. The host country covers the expenses partially. Approximate expenses of participants are specified in the application form. Make sure you have enough finances. The following topics were chosen for the future discussion this year: 1️⃣ Governance and Diplomacy Committee Legal practices, law, social structures, political backgrounds, power distribution, diplomatic relations, alliances, international organizations, regional cooperation, negotiation strategies, civil society, political accountability, electoral systems, public administration, policy-making process, national governance models, foreign policy priorities, peacebuilding, diplomatic protocol, United Nations framework. 2️⃣ Soft Power Committee National branding, cultural diplomacy, communication, cultural and historical heritage and perceptions, values promotion, creative industries, educational appeal, attractive governance, reputation management, moral frameworks, cultural norms, public diplomacy, cultural dialogue and cooperation, diplomatic methods, scholarships, intercountry exchanges, pop culture, sports, tourism, international festivals and events. 3️⃣ Economy and Innovation Committee Economic positions and trends, welfare systems, labour market, social background and policies, production and distribution, economic alliances, consumerism, urban and rural development, trade agreements, resource management, economic systems, trade governance, financial technologies, machinery, automotive industry, artificial intelligence, robotics, internet, service sector, digital transformation, startups, smart cities, e-commerce, supply chain innovation, automation of services (FinTech, GovTech, EdTech). Two participants who will distinguish themselves during JRSC-2026 will be granted the right to take part in JRSC-2027 on simpler terms. Do not miss the opportunity to prove yourself and be selected as a participant for the next year. In order to have a chance to take part in the JRSC-2026, please fill in and submit the online application form linked below until January 15, 2026 inclusive. Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVhJdRzZADuMvhgjjXw84gKjd965LnhBCR5v3fownFVqeVAQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor Requirements and expenses are written in the description of the application form. For more detailed information, please follow our project’s social media: VK: https://vk.com/jrsc_headquarters TG: https://t.me/jrsc_headquarters If you have any questions, please contact Marina Karaseva or Marina Sorochan. We wish you good luck! #JRSC #JRSC2026 #JRSC_announcements