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🎙Opening remarks by Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at a working breakfast with the Foreign Ministers of African countries (Moscow, October 28, 2026) 💬 Sergey Lavrov: I am very pleased to see you all and to welcome you to Moscow for this meeting of Foreign Ministers on the sidelines of the Third Russia–Africa Summit. We know that some of our African friends were actively discouraged [by the West] from travelling to Russia through political pressure, blackmail and threats to scale back assistance programmes. There were even fake reports. I read that there was supposedly an “outbreak of plague” in our country and that people should not travel here. 🤝 We are truly pleased that, despite these unscrupulous manipulations by the West, the overwhelming majority of our friends have come to the Summit and are taking a very active part in its work. Today, Africa is experiencing what we call a second awakening. In the 1960s, when the decolonisation process began, with our country playing a very active role, the primary goal was political independence. Today, having achieved political independence, Africans want to secure economic, energy and financial sovereignty. ❗️ Russia will always be an ally of African countries on this path. We are ready to continue sharing Russian expertise and helping strengthen your independence and sovereignty. This is an objective historical trend towards the emergence of a #MultipolarWorld. The expansion of our diplomatic presence on the continent reflects Africa’s importance to Russian foreign policy. Since the previous Summit in 2023, eight more Russian embassies have opened, bringing the total in the region to 4️⃣8️⃣. We are pleased to see reciprocal steps by our African friends, who are also interested in opening diplomatic missions in Moscow. We are doing everything we can to facilitate this. Today, I suggest that we exchange views on the most pressing international and regional issues that significantly affect the global situation, including our cooperation with our African friends. Read in full #RussiaAfrica

🎙 Address by President of Russia Vladimir Putin at the Plenary Session of the Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum (Moscow, October 28, 2026) Key points: • The Russia–Africa Forum, its agenda and participants, and its free and open dialogue fit naturally into the global transformation, the scale and depth of which can hardly be overstated. We are witnessing a #MultipolarWorld truly becoming a reality, and this trend is objective and irreversible. • The era when the destinies of entire continents were determined by a narrow bloc of states is coming to an irrevocable end. A fairer world is taking its place, one in which the voices of all countries participating in international affairs must be heard. New centres of global governance are emerging, becoming focal points for reshaping the world order. • Over the past five years, the #BRICS countries have accounted for more than 40% of global GDP, while the G7’s contribution has been less than 30%. There is no doubt that this balance will continue to shift in favour of developing countries. • Africa is increasingly asserting itself as one of the poles of the global economy and politics. The continent is experiencing a new awakening: its sovereignty is growing stronger, and its influence and standing on the world stage are increasing. Above all, Africans have an unshakeable determination to defend their interests and a desire to shape their own future and choose their own path of development. 💬 Let me recall the words of Thomas Sankara, a great son of the Burkinabe people, the first President of Burkina Faso: Debt is neo-colonialism, in which colonizers have transformed themselves into “technical assistants”. Under its current form, controlled and dominated by imperialism, debt is a skillfully managed reconquest of Africa, intended to subjugate its growth and development through foreign rules. • It is no coincidence that Africa is called the continent of the future. According to UN projections, from 2030 onwards, the centre of global population growth will inevitably shift to Africa – a process that is already under way. By 2050, its population will exceed 2.5 billion, around 70% of whom will be young people under the age of 30. • Russia is one of the most reliable guarantors of food security on the African continent. More than 40 African countries already receive Russian fertilisers and grain. We stand ready to further expand the geographical reach of our agricultural supplies. In the first nine months of 2026, Russia exported 13 million tonnes of agricultural products to Africa. • Russia firmly maintains a leading position in the global race for technological sovereignty. I would like to emphasise that our country is ready to share its advanced expertise and high-tech digital know-how with our African friends. • Our shared interest lies in improving Africans’ access to affordable, sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sources and helping develop domestic energy markets in Africa, including in areas where Russia possesses unique technologies. This work is already under way. More than 30 promising energy projects are being jointly implemented in 16 African countries. • Since 2020, the number of African students studying in Russia has increased by 50%, while the number of Russian scholarships for Africa has almost tripled. A record number of citizens of African countries – around 40,000 – are studying at Russian universities. For the 2026-2027 academic year, the scholarship quota has been increased to 5,500 places. ❗️ Russia is sincerely interested in further developing and deepening trade, economic and humanitarian cooperation with all African countries in every possible way. Read in full #RussiaAfrica

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🎙Remarks by President of Russia Vladimir Putin at the Plenary Session of the 8th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (Moscow, October 27, 2026) Key points: • When it was established 25 years ago, the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (#GECF) was conceived as a platform for expert analysis, sharing experience, and assessing and forecasting developments in the gas market. This is precisely how our dialogue has evolved – without any backroom intrigue or attempts to manipulate the market. • GECF countries account for 70% of the world’s natural gas reserves and around 40% of global gas exports. Our countries thus make a significant contribution to global energy security and the balanced development of countries and macroregions. • Today, gas accounts for a quarter of the global energy mix. In 2025, consumption rose by 1.2% to 4.2 trillion cubic metres. These trends are expected to continue. The role of natural gas as a mainstay of global energy, industry, agriculture and international trade will only grow. • Russia is a key player in the global gas market. We rank first in the world in natural gas reserves and second in production. We have built a unique production complex that enables us to diversify gas supplies and develop gas processing and gas-based chemical production. • The situation in the Middle East has deteriorated. Russian gas pipelines to Europe have been subjected to outright terrorist attacks – they were blown up. Some countries have also imposed barriers to purchasing equipment and technology for the sector. As a result, the global gas industry faces uncertainty. ❗️ Any attempts to exclude Russia from the global gas market or hold back the development of our gas industry have serious consequences, above all in the form of rising, exorbitant costs for end users abroad – companies, industrial enterprises and households. • Europe is undermining its own industry and social sector by rejecting Russian energy supplies and terminating long-term contracts. There is a Russian saying: “Do not dig a pit for someone else, or you may fall into it yourself”. In my view, this is precisely what has happened in EU countries. • To address the challenges facing the global gas industry, we must strengthen cooperation, rather than erect barriers, particularly among gas-exporting countries. We must build on our own capabilities and sovereign technologies, developing open, trust-based cooperation founded on mutual benefit and respect for each other’s interests. • GECF, its members and observers have the resources and capabilities to tackle the most complex challenges in the gas industry and across the global energy sector. For its part, Russia stands ready to make a substantial contribution to this work. Read in full

🇷🇺🇫🇮🇳🇴📞 On October 27, President of Russia Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of Finland Alexander Stubb and Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Store at the request of the Finnish and Norwegian sides. They exchanged views on resolving the Ukrainian crisis in light of Vladimir Putin’s talks with Special Envoy of the US President Stephen Witkoff in St Petersburg on October 21 and Alexander Stubb’s and Jonas Gahr Store’s contacts with Stephen Witkoff and Zelensky in Oslo. The leaders welcomed the agreement to resume trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US in Abu Dhabi in the first half of November, focusing, in particular, on security arrangements for Russia and Ukraine following a complete cessation of hostilities. Vladimir Putin assessed the current situation in the conflict zone in Ukraine and recalled the conflict’s root causes. ☝️ He stressed that a just and lasting peace can only be achieved if the Russian Federation’s legitimate interests are fully and unconditionally taken into account. He also drew attention to the confrontational policies of EU and NATO countries, which are prolonging the hostilities. The sides also addressed security and stability in the Baltic Sea region and Northern Europe. In this context, the President of Finland and the Prime Minister of Norway reaffirmed the importance of respecting international maritime law and the principle of freedom of navigation. Russia's President provided an update on the launch of a US-mediated humanitarian operation near the Russian town of Alyoshki and the introduction of a temporary ceasefire in the Kherson sector for this purpose. The leaders of the three countries agreed to maintain direct telephone contacts.

🌏 Russia and APEC: What Are Our Priorities and How Do They Align with Contemporary Realities? Russia’s objectives within #APEC are strategic in nature and driven by pragmatic considerations. The primary focus of our nation's consistent efforts is the advancement of trade and economic interests in the Asia-Pacific region (APR), which currently stands as one of the most dynamically developing regions in the world. The APR accounts for 40% of the world's population, 50% of global trade, and 60% of global GDP. 🇺🇳 According to data from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), developing states in the APR attracted over $640 billion in foreign direct investment last year. This constitutes approximately 40% of the global total and more than 70% of all investments directed toward developing economies. 🤝 The volume of Russia's trade with APEC member states already exceeds $500 billion and continues to expand. Bilateral trade with China for the first three quarters of this year increased by 30.6% compared to the same period in 2025, reaching $214.3 billion. Trade growth with #ASEAN countries in 2026 stands at approximately 10%, with the primary drivers of growth being the Philippines (up 60% compared to the first half of 2025), Thailand (32%), and Vietnam (15%). 📈 The remaining nations of the Association are also demonstrating positive dynamics. https://t.me/maratberdyev/2566

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🗓On October 22, the 6th ASEAN-Russia Youth Summit opened at Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) in Vladivostok 🇷🇺, bringing together more than 100 young leaders from Russia and all #ASEAN Member States. 🔹️Held under the motto “ASEAN and Russian Youth: Dialogue of Cultures and the Creative Force of Progress", the Summit provides a platform for young people to exchange ideas, strengthen mutual understanding and explore new avenues for cooperation between Russia and Southeast Asia. The five-day event is dedicated to the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations. 🔹️The opening ceremony was attended by H.E. San Lwin, Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community, alongside representatives of Russian government bodies, the ASEAN Secretariat and the academic community. Addresses were delivered by representatives of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, as well as the leadership of FEFU. 🔹️The Summit attracted approximately 7,000 applications, reflecting strong interest among young people in strengthening ASEAN-Russia relations. Selected participants will engage in discussions and collaborative activities focused on technology, creative industries and the exploration of the World Ocean. The programme will culminate in the adoption of a declaration outlining shared principles and future directions for ASEAN-Russia youth cooperation. #RussiaASEAN

🇺🇳 On October 24, 1945, the Charter of the United Nations entered into force. The date is celebrated as United Nations Day. In February 1945, at the Yalta Conference, the leaders of the three Allied Powers – Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill – agreed to convene the San Francisco Conference, where 50 countries signed the UN Charter on 26 June 1945. The establishment of the UN marked the beginning of a new era in human history. It was a natural consequence of World War II and reflected the international community’s determination to prevent such bloodshed from ever happening again and to resolve conflicts through consensus and compromise. #UNCharterIsOurRules: Russia consistently advocates strengthening the central and coordinating role of the UN in world affairs. Strict adherence to the letter and spirit of the Charter is essential to building a more peaceful, prosperous, genuinely just and equitable world order. 🎙 From the address by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the plenary session of the XVI BRICS Summit in the Outreach/BRICS Plus format (24 October 2024): The principles of the [UN Charter] <...> form the foundation of interstate relations and international law. The United Nations is called upon to continue playing a central role in maintaining peace and security and promoting sustainable and steady growth. The founding fathers of the United Nations envisioned it as a centre for harmonising the actions of nations. 👉 The role of the UN in the modern world was aptly described by Vitaly Churkin, an outstanding Russian diplomat who served as Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN from 2006 to 2017, in his remarks: The UN has demonstrated its ability to adapt to the transformation of the international system. At this time of turbulence in world affairs, it is important to preserve the Organisation’s authority, which rests on an enduring and truly democratic principle of functioning – the sovereign equality of all states, with no distinction between those who lead and those who follow. Yet today, the Organisation is experiencing a deep systemic crisis, exacerbated by the increasing politicisation of the Secretariat’s work. Russia’s position as regards the future of the UN and possible reforms was outlined by Sergey Lavrov in his address to the General Debate of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (New York, 26 September 2026): Our principled position is that reform of the Security Council must not entail allocating any additional seats to Western countries, especially Germany and Japan, which have embarked on a path of militarisation and revanchism. We exclusively support increasing the representation of Asia, Africa and Latin America. We support Brazil and India as candidates for permanent seats, while simultaneously – and I wish to emphasise this – ensuring that the interests of the African continent are met, in accordance with the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration. ❗️ We will continue to make every effort to fully restore the UN’s authority and standing.

🎙 Interview with President of Russia Vladimir Putin by Pavel Zarubin (October 22, 2026) Key points: • The historical regions are not Ukrainian territory – they are part of historical Russia. The people living in these territories first voted for state independence and, as a second step, voted for reunification with the Russian Federation. Any talk of Ukrainian “territorial losses” is inappropriate. • The anti-Russian campaign in European countries, the constant talk of a Russian threat and of preparations for war with our country constitute political schizophrenia. ❗️ Defeating Russia on the battlefield is impossible. Inflicting a strategic defeat on it is unrealistic. • Those who have sought Russia’s “strategic defeat” throughout the centuries – and, unfortunately, such people still exist today – will recognise the realities of today’s world and understand that it is better to live in friendship with Russia. This serves the interests of their peoples. • Looking at the political processes unfolding in Europe, it becomes clear that the peoples of Europe do not want to go to war with Russia. • We do not want a war with Europe, nor are we preparing for one. Yet, for some reason, the current Ukrainian leadership has decided that the whole world must pay it, fight on its behalf and supply weapons, ammunition, equipment and so on. • The Ukrainian leadership treats its citizens as expendable. They are rounded up in the streets like stray dogs and forcibly sent to the front. The official figures show half a million deserters and more than 300,000 criminal cases. ❗️ We have always advocated a peaceful resolution, from the very beginning. In 2014, we offered to help Kiev reach an agreement with the southeast of what was then Ukraine. Instead, artillery and aircraft were used against civilians, effectively unleashing a war. Then the Minsk agreements were signed. We have always sought an agreement with the part of Ukraine that rejected the violent 2014 coup. • We remain ready to negotiate and seek solutions to this difficult, complex situation, given that these people are very close to us. Russians and Ukrainians are one people. An agreement can be reached on everything. In any event, we will accomplish our tasks, and all the goals of the special military operation will be achieved. *** • As for our talks with the representative of the US administration, we agreed that we are ready to resume our trilateral contacts (Russia/USA/Ukraine). • The purpose of these talks will be to discuss security arrangements for Ukraine and Russia once final peace agreements have been reached, rather than following a brief suspension of hostilities. We are ready to resume these contacts to achieve this goal. • The representative of the US administration pointed out that if we discuss future security arrangements for both Ukraine and Russia, we will naturally also need to address the European security architecture as a whole. ☝️ I agree with this as well. Let us see how the situation develops in the coming days. Read in full

✉️ Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s greetings to the organisers and participants of the 6th ASEAN-Russia Youth Summit (October 22, 2026) ✍️ I extend my warmest greetings to the organisers and participants of the 6th ASEAN-Russia Youth Summit, which, following a lengthy hiatus, is hosted by the hospitable and beautiful city of #Vladivostok — Russia’s Pacific outpost with a rich history and a major centre of education, science and culture. In 2026, we mark the 35th Anniversary of relations between Russia and ASEAN, which have rightfully attained the high status of #StrategicPartnership. Our wide-ranging and robust ties bring substantial benefits to socio-economic development and serve as an important factor in maintaining regional stability. The mutual commitment to strengthening multifaceted cooperation was clearly demonstrated at the commemorative ASEAN-Russia Summit held in Kazan this June. The Leaders devoted particular attention to creating favourable conditions to facilitate and intensify contacts among young people. The energy of the youth, their openness to innovation and progress are essential to ensuring progressive development of our countries and preserving an atmosphere of friendship and trust between our peoples. The implementation of the Summit’s comprehensive agenda will also contribute to achieving these important objectives. It is encouraging that the programme, alongside thematic discussions and round tables, features an extensive cultural component. 🤝 I wish you all fruitful work, positive impressions of your stay in the Russian land of #Primorye and every success. SERGEY LAVROV #RussiaASEAN

🎙 Remarks by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at a meeting with university graduates joining the Russian diplomatic service (Moscow, October 20, 2026) 💬 At this stage, the Russian MFA and our foreign policy as a whole, as defined by President Vladimir Putin, face very complex tasks. These are challenging times. You will have to immerse yourselves in multilayered, multifaceted and exceptionally fast-moving processes straight away, with no warm-up period. Now that the world has taken a different direction, the course of history is fundamentally reshaping economics, politics and global finance. ☝️ The West will never again be the dominant player calling the tune. We see a circle of like-minded partners taking shape among the countries of the Global South. The constructive philosophy we champion is shared by such associations as the #SCO, #BRICS, #CIS, #CSTO and #EAEU, and, of course, the Union State of Russia and Belarus. We all share a commitment to maximising the benefits of joint development. Our partnerships are not aimed against anyone. We stand for equal dialogue and frank discussions to find a balance of interests, as that balance is what matters most. 💬 President Vladimir Putin said the following at Valdai – a very important quote: We are all responsible for our planet as a whole, but we are first and foremost responsible for our own home and its immediate surroundings. Our home in the broader sense is Eurasia, a vast territory that is the centre and the setting for the most important processes unfolding in the world. A great deal on the international stage as a whole depends on how we develop Eurasia. This reflects the initiative announced several years ago by President Vladimir Putin, which we have been systematically advancing in various formats: the Greater Eurasian Partnership (#GEP) on our vast, resource-rich and unique continent. Bringing together these efforts to align the work programmes of Eurasia’s subregional organisations is a task of paramount importance. The current situation confirms that one of the West’s principal objectives remains inflicting a “strategic defeat” on Russia. If not on the battlefield, as they had hoped and boasted of planning – something they could never have achieved – then perhaps by weakening our economic capabilities and attempting to destabilise our country. 👉 What matters most is that we have learned our lessons. Read in full

🎙 Comment by Aide to the President of Russia Yury Ushakov following Vladimir Putin’s meeting with Special Envoy of the US President Steven Witkoff (October 21, 2026) 💬 Yury Ushakov: As always, today’s discussion was substantive and frank, lasting almost three hours. Following up on Vladimir Putin’s telephone conversation with Donald Trump on October 9, the exchange of views continued on ways to achieve a lasting and sustainable peace. Russia's President praised the mediation efforts of the US Administration, Donald Trump personally and his special envoys to find mutually acceptable solutions. ☝️ It is important to note that the possible resumption of trilateral talks involving representatives of Russia, the US and Ukraine was discussed in specific terms. As you know, the Ukrainian regime itself thwarted their planned resumption immediately after the State Duma elections by launching massive strikes on the main voting day against Moscow, other cities, polling stations and election commission staff directly, some of whom were killed. The situation was reviewed again, taking into account, among other things, the signals received from the Americans. Our President informed Steve Witkoff that we are, in principle, ready to resume these trilateral talks between November 10 and 19, focusing on 👉 the central issue: building a security framework for Russia and Ukraine after the conflict ends. The American representative said that President Trump would undoubtedly welcome this decision with great satisfaction. Vladimir Putin asked Steve Witkoff to convey his gratitude to US First Lady Melania Trump for her humanitarian efforts, particularly in reuniting children with their families, as well as for her mediation in resolving the grave humanitarian situation in the Russian town of Alyoshki in the Kherson Region. *** There was also an exchange of views on the situation in the Middle East, primarily, of course, developments surrounding Iran. Russia reaffirmed its readiness to continue helping to find political and diplomatic ways to resolve the Iranian issue. 🇷🇺🇨🇳🇺🇸 Naturally, today’s discussion also touched on a matter attracting considerable attention worldwide: the possible first-ever meeting of the leaders of Russia, China and the US during the APEC Summit in Shenzhen, China, this November. None of the three capitals – Moscow, Washington or Beijing – has rejected this idea. Our Chinese friends, as hosts of the APEC Summit, are already undertaking preparations for it. If circumstances are favourable, they will, of course, include this meeting in the programme of events in Shenzhen. We put forward several practical suggestions regarding the substance of the possible trilateral talks. Read in full

🇷🇺🇺🇸 President of Russia Vladimir Putin held a meeting with Special Envoy of the US President Steven Witkoff (St Petersburg, October 21, 2026) 💬 Vladimir Putin: We are very pleased to see you – this time in St Petersburg. We know that you had a meeting in Norway yesterday, and I would, of course, be interested to hear about its outcomes. I would like to thank you and President Trump for your attention to resolving the crisis in Ukraine. I know that President Trump pays particular attention to this issue, primarily on humanitarian grounds. In our conversations, including our most recent telephone conversation, he has stressed the need to end this conflict, above all in view of the casualties among military personnel on both sides. But, of course, this is not only about military casualties, it is also about the suffering of civilians. In this regard, I would ask you to convey my most sincere gratitude not only to the President but also to his wife, First Lady Melania Trump, for her contribution to addressing humanitarian issues. 🤝 I also believe both Sides would be interested in discussing our plans to restore bilateral relations and Russian-American contacts, including economic cooperation. If you would be willing to share them, I would also be very interested to hear your assessments of the situation in the Middle East and around Iran. You know that we have a special relationship of trust with Iran, with our Iranian partners and friends, built over decades. ❗️ If we can do anything at all to help resolve this crisis, we will gladly do so. You are also well aware of our proposals in this regard. These and other topics could certainly be central to our discussions today, including a possible meeting in China. I have some thoughts on this that I would like to share with you as well. Please convey my most sincere thanks to President Trump for his efforts to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. *** 💬 Vladimir Putin: As for diesel, once both Sides announced that supplies would be delivered to the US, global diesel prices immediately fell by 5-6%. We are preparing shipments right now, with several tankers being readied at once. The first tanker, carrying 40,000 tonnes, will depart in two or three days, and the others will follow one after another. The key is to ensure that the financial arrangements are in place so that everything works. ☝️ As for farmers – I know President Trump has even mentioned this in our telephone conversations – we could also supply fertilisers to the US market, and in substantial quantities. #RussiaUSA

🗣Dear Ladies and Gentlemen! 🌐We are pleased to invite you to participate in the XI International Educational Campaign "Great Ethnographic Dictation". 📅 November 8, 2026 🕛 12:00 PM 📍 110 Highland Road, Singapore, 549190 Parish of the Dormition of the Holy Mother of God This is a wonderful opportunity to discover new insights into the culture, traditions, and customs of the peoples residing within the territory of the Russian Federation. ❗Everyone is welcome to participate, regardless of age, education, social status, nationality, religion, or citizenship. 📝The Dictation is conducted in the form of a test consisting of 30 questions. 🧭Participants will have 45 minutes to complete the tasks, with a maximum possible score of 100 points. 🤝We look forward to seeing you there and wish you the best of luck! https://xn--h1aheeim0f.xn--p1ai/en/?cultureKey=en

🌍 Open Call for International Participants: 2nd International Contest "Russia – Country of Traditional Values" We are pleased to invite individuals from all over the world to participate in the 2nd International Contest "Russia – Country of Traditional Values", which has officially expanded its horizons to welcome global voices this year. The initiative aims to foster intercultural dialogue and highlight the universal nature of core human values: strong family ties, friendship, mutual assistance, respect for elders, patriotism, and historical memory. 📋 Who Can Participate? Age: 7 years and older. Geography: Open to residents of all countries worldwide. Format: Entries must be bilingual (prepared in Russian and any foreign language). 🎨 Contest Nominations: 1⃣"Story about a traditional value" (page-presentation) 2⃣"Traditional values in frames" (video) 3⃣"Traditional values in a drawing" 🌟 Special Nomination from the Department of Information and Press of the Russian MFA. 🌟 Special Partner Nominations (including a transport-themed category). 🏆 Awards & Opportunities: For All Participants & Mentors: Electronic certificates and letters of thanks. A special "Mentor-Winner" prize will be awarded to the foreign mentor with the highest number of qualifying entries. For Winners: Diplomas, sponsor gifts, and potential media coverage on TV and global press. For Young Winners (Ages 7–17): A trip to the "Children's Republic 'Polenovo". Global Visibility: The best transport-related entries will be displayed on over 1,000 digital screens across public transport networks in Russia. Event: All participants are invited to the official award ceremony at the National Centre "Russia" in Moscow. 📆 Entries are accepted until 20 December 2026 on the website www.youthy.ru. Traditional values: strengthening traditions, building the future!

🗓 On October 15, the Fourth Committee of the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution entitled “Addressing Contemporary Forms of Colonialism”. The draft was prepared by the Group of Friends in Defence of the UN Charter, with Russia’s active participation. 19 states co-sponsored the resolution. 🌐 The resolution is non-confrontational and unifying in nature. It stresses the need to eradicate neocolonial practices, including interference in internal affairs, unilateral coercive measures, the imposition of unfair international treaties and restrictions on technological development. These practices are among the most serious obstacles to achieving the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and are a root cause of numerous problems on the UN agenda. ✅ The document was supported by 85 Member States, with 49 voting against and 23 abstaining. The voting results clearly demonstrate that the emergence of a #MultipolarWorld is well underway. Freeing interstate relations from all forms of pressure, subordination and dependence is an integral part of this process. The Global Majority is unwilling to accept the monopoly held by a small group of countries. For these states, combating neocolonialism is no abstract notion: it is a matter of pursuing sovereign domestic and foreign policies, strengthening their security and preserving their national identity. ☝️ We expect the adopted resolution, which builds on two previous thematic resolutions of the General Assembly, to gain even broader support when it is considered shortly at a plenary meeting of the #UNGA. This will help firmly establish the fight against all manifestations of colonialism as one of the UN key priorities.

🤝 Working Visit of ASEAN Secretary-General to the Russian Federation (13–15 October 2026) The visit marks the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations and the 30th anniversary of the Dialogue Partnership, following the June Commemorative Summit in Kazan. 👤 Key Meetings & Discussions: - Foreign Policy: Met with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Presidential Adviser Anton Kobyakov. - Economic Integration: Discussed ASEAN-EAEU cooperation with Bakytzhan Sagintaev, Chairman of the Eurasian Economic Commission (#EEC). - Sectoral Cooperation: Held talks with Ministers and Deputy Ministers overseeing Energy, Science & Higher Education, Digital Development, Agriculture, and Emergency Situations. - Diplomatic Briefing: Met with members of the ASEAN Moscow Committee (AMC). ⚡️ Energy Agenda: The Secretary-General delivered remarks at the high-level session "The Russia-ASEAN Energy Bridge: Resources, Technologies, New Markets" during the Russian Energy Week 2026 International Forum. 🎓 Academic & Cultural Ties: Dr. Kao Kim Hourn visited MGIMO University, where he held talks with Rector Anatoly Torkunov and was conferred an Honorary Doctorate for his outstanding contributions to advancing ASEAN-Russia relations. 🌐 The visit underscored the broad, multifaceted nature of the ASEAN-Russia Strategic Partnership, successfully strengthening institutional linkages and people-to-people exchanges for future cooperation. #ASEAN #Russia #EAEU #MGIMO

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🗓 On October 15, the Secretary-General of #ASEAN H.E. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn visited MGIMO University and took part in the annual international conference "Russia and ASEAN in the Asia-Pacific: Dynamics of Cooperation, Regional Processes, and Global Context". Welcoming remarks were delivered by MGIMO Rector H.E. Dr. Anatoly Torkunov and Ambassador of the Russian Federation to ASEAN H.E. Mr. Evgeny Zagaynov 🇷🇺. As part of the conference, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn delivered a lecture entitled "ASEAN in the Evolving Regional and Global Developments" and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by MGIMO University in recognition of his contributions to international cooperation and friendly relations among nations. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn also participated in a round-table discussion with scholars and experts, exchanging views on current developments in ASEAN, ASEAN-Russia relations, and the future of the region in the context of "ASEAN 2045".

Стартовал второй сезон Всероссийской премии в сфере исторического просвещения молодежи (ВПИП). Премия проводится во второй раз и направлена на выявление, поддержку и распространение лучших практик исторического просвещения молодёжи. В этом году увеличено число номинаций Премии до 14, в фокусе — отбор наилучших практик, реализуемых в малых городах и сёлах России. Премия #ВПИП — знаковое событие года, направленное на выявление и популяризацию эффективных методов изучения отечественной истории. Мы ищем новаторские подходы, которые помогут вовлечь детей и подростков в активное изучение и сохранение нашего прошлого. Номинации охватят самые разные направления исторического просвещения: от школьных музеев и просветительских проектов, реализуемых в регионах и сельской местности, до музейных выставок и международных проектов. ✅ Принять участие в отборе могут: 👉 Граждане России от 12 лет; 👉 Юридические лица; 👉 Коллективы авторов. Иностранные граждане и организации приглашаются к участию в отдельной номинации 👇 «Лучший зарубежный проект об истории России». Подать заявку можно до 1 ноября на официальном сайте 🏆 Победители будут объявлены в конце ноября 2026 года! Организатор премии — АНО «Герои Отечества». #ГолосИстории2026

🎙Opening remarks by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during talks with ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn (Moscow, October 13, 2026) 💬Sergey Lavrov: This is already your second visit to Russia this year. In June, you took part in the Russia-ASEAN Summit, which marked the 35th anniversary of our partnership. I would like to thank you once again for the constructive role played by the Secretariat you lead in preparing and holding the Summit and agreeing on its outcome documents. Today, we have an excellent opportunity to review the implementation of the decisions adopted by the Leaders of Russia and #ASEAN at the Summit in the areas of politics, security, countering new challenges and threats, trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as cultural, educational and humanitarian ties. We are also engaged in substantive discussions on launching new areas of cooperation, including maritime security, combating pandemics, and dialogue on youth and customs issues. I would also like to invite you to share your assessment of the prospects for Eurasian integration, taking into account your contacts with the heads of the executive bodies of the #EAEU and the #SCO during the Summit in Kazan. ☝Advancing our strategic partnership with ASEAN remains one of our consistent priorities in Asia and Eurasia. We see the Association as a reliable partner, with whom we share many years of engagement on the international stage and an increasing number of practical projects being implemented. We share a commitment to building a fairer #MultipolarWorld order, including across Greater Eurasia, where Russia and the ASEAN member States are located. 🤝Since the very beginning of our relations, Russia has consistently respected the ASEAN-centred security architecture in Southeast Asia. We continue to uphold this principle today as we advance President Vladimir Putin’s initiative to establish a Greater Eurasian Partnership as the material foundation for a continent-wide security architecture. Read in full #RussiaASEAN

🗓 On October 12-15, Secretary-General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (#ASEAN) Kao Kim Hourn will pay a working visit to Moscow. On October 13, he will hold talks with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Meetings are scheduled at the Presidential Executive Office, Russia's EMERCOM, Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, and Ministry of Energy. Kao Kim Hourn is also scheduled to meet with Bakytzhan Sagintayev, Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission. The programme includes meetings with business representatives and experts, as well as addresses at a thematic session of the Russian Energy Week International Forum (#REW2026) and the conference “Russia and ASEAN in the Asia-Pacific Region” at MGIMO University. 🌐 #ASEAN is one of the largest regional integration organisations, bringing together 11 Southeast Asian countries with a combined population of 684 million, a total GDP of $3.9 trillion and foreign trade turnover of $3.8 trillion. The Association will mark its 60th anniversary in 2027. Over the years, ASEAN has established itself as a cornerstone of the security and cooperation architecture in the Asia-Pacific region. It serves as the hub for multilateral cooperation frameworks involving leading world powers – the East Asia Summit (#EAS), the ASEAN Regional Forum (#ARF) and the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus). #RussiaASEAN *** 🤝 Since our first contacts with the Association in 1991, our dialogue has developed into a strategic partnership, established in 2018. Strengthening this partnership is one of Russia’s priorities in the Asia-Pacific region, as reaffirmed by the Russia-ASEAN Summit held in Kazan on June 17-18 this year to mark the 35th anniversary of relations. Kao Kim Hourn’s upcoming visit to Moscow is one of the key events of this anniversary year. Discussions will focus on implementing the tasks set by our leaders to advance cooperation under the Comprehensive Plan of Action to Implement the Russia-ASEAN Strategic Partnership (2026-2030). Read in full