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Happy New Year! ✨ This year was intense and challenging, but truly meaningful. It taught us not to shy away from difficulties, to try what once seemed impossible, and to keep moving forward — even when the path wasn’t obvious. 🖋️ May 2026 bring more reasons to celebrate results, fewer challenges, and support for every idea worth pursuing. Thank you for being with us. See you in the New Year! 💙 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣
One of the most talented diplomats in contemporary history whose speeches in the UN Security Council became an example of professionalism, precision of wording and principled position. The Gorchakov Fund invites young international relations experts, researchers and professionals to take part in the Fourth Youth Forum «Foreign Policy Meetings in Memory of Vitaly Churkin». ✅February 18–21, 2026 📍Moscow Working languages: Russian and English (simultaneous interpretation). Topics for discussion: 🔵nuclear non-proliferation and issues of international security; 🔵protection of international law and the principle of state sovereignty; 🔵the relevance of Vitaly Churkin's legacy in the new geopolitical reality. Who is invited to participate? Young professionals aged 18 to 35, including: ➡️researchers of International Relations and Political Science, economists, lawyers, and historians; ➡️undergraduate and postgraduate students in relevant fields; ➡️international journalists; ➡️representatives of public organizations, young diplomats and officials. How to apply? 🔹 Create an account on the English-language website of the Gorchakov Fund or log into an existing profile. 🔹 In the "My Projects" section, select "Foreign Policy Meetings". 🔹 Fill in all sections of the application form. 🔹 Attach an essay on one of the proposed topics and a motivation letter, and submit your application. The organisers will cover the travel to and from Moscow for the authors of three best essays. 🔼Applications are accepted until January 21th. Learn more on our website. #ChurkinForeignPolicyMeetings #announcements 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣
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The anniversary Dialogue for the Future has come to a close — and it was an event to remeber! 🔥 Five days in Moscow, over 40 participants from 25 different countries, dozens of expert discussions: the 15th Dialogue for the Future once again became the meeting place for young professionals aspiring to change the world for the better. 📌This year, the program focused on the 80th anniversary of Victory and the future of the United Nations in a rapidly changing world order. What have the participants accomplished? ⭐️Debated the future of the UN and the issues of state representation, financing and possible reforms of the organisation ⭐️Examined the international system through different lenses and learned to hear opposing viewpoints ⭐️Visited the Victory Museum, learned about the history of the Great Patriotic War, and discussed how the memory of it still casts a shadow on today’s international agenda ⭐️Made new friends from all over the world – from India and Iran to Mozambique and Serbia! Though the Dialogue for the Future 2025 is concluded, it left all of us with something important: new ideas, connections, and the feeling that discussions of the future are far from over. ➡️Learn more about the results of the program on our website. #DialogueForTheFuture 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣
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What happens when you bring together young specialists from 25 countries? You get the 15th «Dialogue for the Future»! Once again, the key scientific and educational initiative of the Gorchakov Fund brought together over 40 international relations specialists to discuss the changing international landscape. What are the main takeaways from the first day of discussions? ⭐️The global majority is a new political reality in which states are building their own models of cooperation and charting their development trajectories ⭐️Historical memory is no longer shared, and increasingly divergent interpretations of the past are becoming a factor in international security ⭐️Everyone would benefit from rules regulating the implementation of artificial intelligence, however agreeing on them is difficult—which is why the role of the UN in this context is in the spotlight of global discussions. The first day of the program showed that there are no easy answers. But there’s enough discussions planned to at least grasp some of them! ↪️Read more about the first day on the Gorchakov Fund’s website. #DialogueForTheFuture 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣
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Russian-Serbian Library Forum: three days filled with dialogue, ideas and new projects ⭐️ From November 18–20, Moscow hosted the Russian-Serbian Library Forum, which brought together librarians, researchers and cultural projects managers from Russia, Serbia, and Republika Srpska. The event was part of the annual meeting of heads of Russian libraries. What did the participants accomplish during the Forum? ⭐️Presented their projects, exchanged ideas and discussed ways to boost cooperation between countries ⭐️Visited museums, libraries and education centers of the Ryazan region ⭐️Toured Moscow’s biggest federal libraries Three days of dialogue have proven that a common interest in culture and heritage is more important than the distance between us! ➡️Read more about the event on our website. The Forum is organised by the Russian State Library, Russian Library Association, and Serbian Library Assosiation with the support of the Gorchakov Fund. #grants #Serbia
🌏 Moscow Hosts Congress for Best Graduates of International Schools Moscow welcomed the distinguished alumni of the «Horizons of Oppotunites» program for a major congress of its best graduates. The forum aims to facilitate not only the exchange of professional expertise but also to inspire future accomplishments. The opening ceremony featured addresses from esteemed guests, including: 🟣 Konstantin Malyshev, Head of the Department for International Youth Cooperation and Tourism at the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education; 🟣 Natalia Chesnokova, Vice Rector for Admissions at Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University); 🟣Sergey Shitkov, Acting Rector of the Diplomatic Academy of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs; 🟣 Svetlana Gavrilova, Deputy Head of the Program Department at the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC); 🟣 Konstantin Pilipiliadi, Project Director at the The Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund; 🟣 Nikolai Larin, Director of the RUDN International Youth Center. The congress maintained a dynamic pace from the start, with participants engaging in strategic planning during foresight sessions, refining their abilities in practical workshops, and establishing valuable connections through dedicated networking. 🟣A particular highlight was the participants' opportunity to interact with Olga Petrova, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. ✨ Ultimately, the event proved to be more than just a conference—it marked the emergence of a synergistic community where expertise, ambition, and camaraderie converge to forge a powerful network for future collaboration.
How a study project can result in an opportunity to speak in front of ASEAN officials 🤝 Today, the ASEAN Centre in MGIMO hosted a meeting between the participants in «The Asian Dialogue — 2025» and ASEAN Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Political-Security Community Dato' Astanah Abdul Aziz and Senior Officer Vicki Wijaya. 🥇The participants presented their project in the field of cultural cooperation. The initiative was developed during project work—a key part of the Asian Dialogue program—where participants, divided into international teams, analyzed Russia-ASEAN relations in four areas: economics, politics and security, culture, and media. The cultural project was recognized as the best by experts and has now received high-level professional feedback. What was discussed during the meeting? ➡️Possible areas for development of the project ➡️The role of youth programs in strengthening trust and long-term partnerships ➡️Challenges facing regional cooperation and ways to overcome them Astanah Abdul Aziz noted the high level of preparation on part of the participants and the proposed initiative’s potential for developing cultural exchanges. We are keeping an eye on the project's future development — it has every chance of growing into something greater! 😀 #AsianDialogue 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣
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«30 Years of Dayton: How Are You, Bosnia?» From November 3 to 5, the Gorchakov Fund took part in a series of international events commemorating the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Dayton Accords, a key event in the modern history of the Balkans. 📝Banja Luka On November 3, the University of Banja Luka hosted the International Scientific School "Dayton — 30", organized in partnership with the Embassy of Russia in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Faculty of Political Science at the University of Banja Luka. The School's program focused on the analysis of socio-political processes in post-Dayton Bosnia and Herzegovina, the role of governing institutions and collective memory, and the influence of external governance on the country's internal political dynamics. Special emphasis was placed on the activities of the High Representative and the system of external control established by Western institutions. 📝Belgrade On November 5, discussions continued at the Russian House in Belgrade, which hosted the second part of the program — the international conference "Dayton — 30». The event was organized together with the Russian House, the Russian Embassy in Serbia and with the support of the NGOs «Ragusa» and «Opseg». Experts, diplomats, and researchers from Serbia, Republika Srpska, and Russia gathered in Belgrade to discuss the geopolitical implications of the Dayton Accords, the current state of the region, and the prospects for interaction between the Balkan countries and Russia in the changing world order. ⤵️ Both venues hosted the presentation of the research monograph “30 Years of Dayton: How Are You, Bosnia?”, prepared by a research team led by Ekaterina Entina, Doctor of Political Science, Director of the Center for Mediterranean Studies at HSE University, and Advisor to the Gorchakov Fund. The work presents a comprehensive study of the political, cultural, and social processes of the post-Dayton period and analyzes the role of international institutions in the region's development. You can read the research results via this link. Don't miss the opportunity to see modern Bosnia through the eyes of researchers and experts — and learn how the world built on the Dayton Accords is living thirty years later. 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣