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Events digest: highlights of the week at the National Centre RUSSIA

Events digest: highlights of the week at the National Centre RUSSIA
09.07

The visit of Vladimir Putin to the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA in the Primorye region, the opening of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future", an expert session of the Open Dialogue, the launch of a series of meetings with heads of Russian regions and other notable events — in our selection of the week’s highlights at the National Centre RUSSIA.

Vladimir Putin toured the expositions of the first branch of the National Centre RUSSIA

President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin visited the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA in the Primorye region. The Head of State toured the expositions dedicated to the history of the Far Eastern region, its achievements, and promising development plans.

The Primorye branch of the National Centre RUSSIA is designed in a marine style and divided into themed zones: "Career in the Primorye region", "Science and Education", "Sport and Culture", "Tourism, Comfortable Environment and Innovation". The new space on Vladivostok’s Sportivnaya Embankment was presented to the Head of State by Natalia Virtuozova, Director General of the National Centre RUSSIA.

"Our first branch is about the history, achievements, and bright future of Primorye. Together with the team of the Primorye region, we managed not just to create a modern building. A cosy urban space is being created around the branch, which we hope will become a focal point for residents and visitors of Vladivostok. It is a place where people can dream, create, feel pride for their country and their small homeland and, of course, shape the future of Russia — so rich, beautiful and strong," said Natalia Virtuozova.

The first exposition examined by President Vladimir Putin was "The Path of the 155th Separate Marine Brigade in the Special Military Operation". It was presented by Guards Leading Seaman of the 155th Marine Brigade Leon Volodin. He stressed that the heroism shown by the servicemen of the 155th Brigade and many other units during the Special Military Operation must not be forgotten. Their experience will become a foundation for young generations of Russians, helping them to find true reference points and choose the right path in life.

"The Primorye region became the first region where, by decision of the President, the National Centre RUSSIA was established. In a landmark building for Vladivostok on the city’s main embankment — the Sportivnaya Harbour — modern high-tech expositions are presented that reflect the spirit and character of the region, telling of its past, present and future. During the reconstruction of the building we preserved part of the aquariums and their inhabitants. But the main value of the exposition — in the Year of Great Victory we gave central place to the Special Military Operation and its heroes," noted Oleg Kozhemyako, Governor of the Primorye region.

Vladimir Putin was also presented with the exposition "Unique Russian Language", created on his instructions. The author of the initiative is Liliana Voronova, Head of the Department of Russian as a Foreign Language and Director of the Regional Testing Centre for the Russian Language, who personally told the Head of State about the content, objectives and opportunities of the location.

At the end of the visit, Natalia Virtuozova and Oleg Kozhemyako invited Vladimir Putin to leave a message for the residents of the Primorye region on the wall of the first branch. The Head of State agreed and placed his signature next to the stand "Master Plans of the Cities of the Primorye region" on the wall under his own quote: "The Russian Far East will definitely be successful, just as the people living here see it and strive for it." All visitors to the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA in the Primorye region will be able to see Vladimir Putin’s signature.

"Unique Russian Language": Vladimir Putin toured the exposition at the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA created on his instructions

President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin was presented with the exposition "Unique Russian Language", created on his instructions, at the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA in the Primorye region. The initiative was proposed by Liliana Voronova, Head of the Department of Russian as a Foreign Language and Director of the Regional Testing Centre for the Russian Language.

"I am very grateful to you, Vladimir Vladimirovich, for supporting this initiative. My dream, and I believe the dream of many Russian scholars, has come true. It is especially gratifying that the first such space appeared here in Vladivostok. What makes this especially valuable is how quickly the idea was implemented," said Liliana Voronova.

According to her, with the establishment of the new exposition, children, residents and tourists of the region studying Russian have the opportunity to test their knowledge in a playful way, to discover forgotten or unexpected linguistic phenomena, and to learn interesting facts and records of the Russian language.

"I always tell both Russian and foreign students that the Russian language is a means of national identity of the Russian people. It is not just a system of signs and rules, but a living legacy that reflects the history, culture, mentality and spirit of the people," emphasised Liliana Voronova.

The President was offered a task — to place stress in words correctly. It turned out to be a challenge: the meaning depended on the stress. First, Vladimir Putin tried to complete it himself, and then invited pupils of the Voin centre to join in and test their knowledge.

The children engaged with the interactive panels: translating youth slang into literary Russian and solving old words. Together with the President, girls from the Voin centre correctly placed the stress in the words "graffiti" and "catalogue".

On 5 June this year, a meeting of the Council on the Implementation of State Policy in the Field of Support for the Russian Language and the Languages of the Peoples of Russia was held. Following its results, the President approved a list of instructions. Among them was an instruction to create, on the basis of the National Centre RUSSIA (including its branches in certain regions of the Russian Federation), cultural and educational interactive spaces for the popularisation and promotion of the Russian language.

The future of Russia’s regions in one space: the exposition "Platform of the Future" opened at the National Centre RUSSIA

The new exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future" at the National Centre RUSSIA presents strategic projects and development prospects of the country’s regions, as well as advanced developments and innovative products of Russian export companies.

The opening was attended by Sergei Kiriyenko, First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of Russia and Chair of the Organising Committee of the National Centre RUSSIA; Veronika Nikishina, Director General of the Russian Export Centre JSC; Alexander Gusev, Governor of the Voronezh Region; and Irina Gekht, Acting Governor of the Nenets Autonomous Area. The expositions have been open to visitors since 2 September.

The first seven regions presented at the exposition are the Republic of Dagestan, the Amur region, the Voronezh region, the Chelyabinsk region, the Tula region, the Jewish Autonomous Region and the Nenets Autonomous Area. Each of them has prepared a stand combining modern multimedia technologies with authentic historical artefacts.

"This task was set by President of Russia Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin: to give each region the opportunity not only to tell about its history and its present day, but also to show the direction of future development. In every region of our country there is something its residents are rightfully proud of, something that can amaze, impress and inspire. And it is especially important to share this with the entire country," said Sergei Kiriyenko, First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of Russia and Chair of the Organising Committee of the National Centre RUSSIA.

As part of the opening of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future" at the National Centre RUSSIA, the exposition of export potential was also launched.

"The exposition ‘Made in Russia’ is not just a demonstration of the products of our exporters. Here visitors can gain an idea of how modern technologies are organically intertwined with authentic national culture. We are creating a space where everyone can see how innovation and tradition work together, shaping the image of modern Russia as a technologically advanced country with a rich cultural legacy," said Veronika Nikishina, Director General of the Russian Export Centre JSC, in her speech.

Alexander Gusev, Governor of the Voronezh Region, in turn thanked the organisers of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future" for the opportunity to present the regions, their achievements and projects: "This exposition gives us the chance to prove that the regions of the Russian Federation are oriented towards the future, believe in a great Russia and sincerely love their Motherland."

Deciding that a region would present itself for an entire week was not an easy task, admitted Irina Gekht, Acting Governor of the Nenets Autonomous Area. At the same time, she is confident that this is a way to show the great potential concentrated in Russia’s regions.

"It is serious work to put together, implement and present such a programme. It is very important that our children see it: what culture, what traditions, what opportunities exist in every region, and of course in the Nenets Autonomous Area. I am confident that the exposition ‘Region-2030. Platform of the Future’ is truly a look into the future, since it will be seen by thousands of people from all over the country," said Irina Gekht.

The key elements of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future" are interactive zones where visitors can take a virtual tour of cities, learn about major achievements and the professions of the future, try themselves as engineers, athletes or robotics specialists, swim across a virtual river and even launch a rocket from a cosmodrome.

The exposition will also host themed weeks of each of the participating regions. Visitors can look forward to presentations, workshops, performances by creative groups and gastronomic shows. The exposition has been open to visitors since 2 September. Admission is free with prior registration on the website russia.ru.

The first regional branch of the National Centre RUSSIA opened in the Primorye region

On 7 September, a festive programme dedicated to the opening of the first branch of the National Centre RUSSIA, located in the Primorye region, took place in Vladivostok. The new space was created by Order of the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin.

Governor of the Primorye region Oleg Kozhemyako took part in the opening ceremony on the Sportivnaya Embankment.

"This is truly a centre of attraction for residents of our region and our guests, which will allow them to learn about landmarks, projects and achievements of the region, as well as to see how we are shaping the future of our cities and Vladivostok as an agglomeration. This is especially important for children: here they will be able to study the Russian language, take part in programmes, and find their life path," said the head of the region.

He stressed that the opening of the branch would be only the first step in the development of the National Centre RUSSIA in the Far East. In the near future, a congress hall and new spaces for young people will appear here, while the venue itself will expand, gain modern infrastructure and delight the residents of Vladivostok.

During the ceremony, Oleg Kozhemyako presented Natalia Virtuozova, Director General of the National Centre RUSSIA, with the Primorye region Medal "For Special Contribution to the Development of the Primorye region", 1st degree. Employees of the branch of the National Centre who took part in its creation were also awarded.

"Primorye is a unique region. It is Russia’s gateway to Asia, a place where traditions and cultures meet, where friendship with neighbours is part of daily life. We are confident that the branch will become a new place of strength, a cultural focal point, a space where ideas are born and everyone feels pride for Russia and a sense of belonging to its future. That is why the Ussuri tiger — proud, majestic and recognised all over the world — was chosen as the symbol of the branch," said Natalia Virtuozova, Director General of the National Centre RUSSIA.

Konstantin Shestakov, Mayor of Vladivostok, also extended his congratulations on the opening of the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA: "I congratulate Vladivostok residents on the opening of the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA in our city. I want to emphasise that the first branch of the National Centre opened here in Vladivostok. This happened thanks to the efforts of a large team of the Primorye region. I thank everyone who contributed to the opening of the branch."

The festive programme began with a performance by the youth band TES’LA and a large flag procession along the renovated Sportivnaya Embankment. Residents of Vladivostok joined the "The Beautiful Faraway" dance flashmob, first held at the International RUSSIA EXPO in Moscow. The first thousand guests received kokoshniks from the Patriotka brand, handmade in a modern style, while the most active participants were given souvenirs and branded gifts.

The stage featured leading artists and ensembles of Primorye. In connection with the Year of Great Victory, a special place in the festive programme was given to commemorative events. The audience saw a literary and musical composition with the participation of Great Patriotic War veteran Lidia Ivanovna Negoda and a participant of the Special Military Operation from the Primorye region, Sergei Uvarov. The culmination of the evening was a performance by the well-known Russian singer Eva Polna.

The trade architecture and connectivity in the new world discussed by Open Dialogue experts at the National Centre RUSSIA branch in the Primorye region

An expert session of Open Dialogue on the theme "Investments in Connectivity", organised by the National Centre RUSSIA, took place on 5 September at the branch of the National Centre RUSSIA in the Primorye region.

Experts from different countries of the world joined the discussion on the topic "Transformation of Trade and Connectivity in the New Reality". The session was a continuation of the Open Dialogue "The Future of the World. New Platform of Global Growth", which was held at the National Centre RUSSIA in April 2025.

Starting the discussion, the moderator of the Open Dialogue session, Maxim Oreshkin, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of Russia, noted that BRICS countries and the Global South now play the leading role in new solutions in world trade. According to the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of Russia, this new megatrend is stable and irreversible. Institutions of the old architecture are becoming irrelevant.

"We really already have everything — both the new realities of the global economy and the technologies for a new architecture of world trade to emerge. It is not replacing old institutions and old trade routes; it complements them. This is a very important point, because just a few days ago we returned from China, where a landmark SCO summit was held. The key tone of that event, in fact the only one, was the tone of positive development," emphasised Maxim Oreshkin.

The massive sanctions imposed on Russia have stimulated innovation and the development of such an important quality as antifragility, said Rakhim Oshakbayev, Chief Economist of the TALAP Centre for Applied Research.

"The results are clear and impressive not only to external observers but even to Russian economists, showing how the Russian economy, thanks to a combination of economic policy, public governance, and private initiatives, has managed to demonstrate such resilience," said Rakhim Oshakbayev.

Jian Lian, founder of Beijing Hengce Investment Consulting Co. (China), highlighted another significant trend — the transition to national currencies.

"There are huge human resources and labour markets. In China we plan to attract workers from Ethiopia. Together with Russia, we are now trying to implement this project, building on China’s advances in technology. It is crucial that all our payments are in roubles. This is very important, because until now the US dollar has been the main reserve currency in Ethiopia. A shift to national currencies is now under way. That is why we are creating new conditions to improve economic efficiency, and we are doing it by peaceful means," said Jian Lian.

According to Pyotr Ivanov, Director General for Logistics of the State Corporation Rosatom and Director General of Far Eastern Shipping Company PJSC, the fleet plays one of the leading roles in connectivity.

"Today, when we talk about the development of international trade and ensuring connectivity, we recall the words of Peter the Great: 'Whoever has a fleet has two hands.' We felt this when many international companies and alliances that control 80% of international trade left Russia, and freight rates rose tenfold, hitting connectivity and international trade. That is why the focus on a national fleet is the foundation of stability in international trade. And those countries that make this a priority will always be able to secure export and import communications. We are also moving along this path now," noted Pyotr Ivanov.

The first Open Dialogue "The Future of the World. New Platform of Global Growth", aimed at creating a discussion platform for considering the future of the world economy, took place at the National Centre RUSSIA in Moscow from 28 to 30 April. Open Dialogue received almost 700 essays from 102 countries. The authors included representatives of academia, business, state bodies, and youth and expert communities. More than 100 guests from 48 countries representing all continents took part in the in-person programme in Moscow. They included world-class experts as well as essay authors.

Open Dialogue continued at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum. On 18 June, the session "Shaping a New Platform of Global Growth", organised by the National Centre RUSSIA, was held. The moderator of the session, Maxim Oreshkin, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office of Russia, outlined the main challenges and priorities of the countries of the world majority, which are becoming the architecture of the new global order. As part of the session, the Report on the results of Open Dialogue, prepared by the partner of the National Centre RUSSIA — the Centre for Cross-Sectoral Expertise "Third Rome" — was also presented.

At the request of essayists and experts, the Organising Committee decided to hold Open Dialogue annually.

Sergei Melikov opened the series of meetings with regional heads at the National Centre RUSSIA and presented Dagestan’s strategic vision for the future

On 4 September, the National Centre RUSSIA launched the cycle of meetings with the heads of constituent entities of the Russian Federation "Platform of the Future: Region-2030. 100 Steps". These events are held as part of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future" and are aimed at discussing priority measures and strategic projects that will shape the country by 2030.

The first guest was Head of the Republic of Dagestan Sergei Melikov. In the format of an open dialogue with the public, he spoke in detail about the strategic vision for the region’s development in the near future, touching on key areas — from the economy to personnel policy. The central theme of the meeting was the image of Dagestan in 2030.

"Above all, I want to see Dagestan stable. This is a republic where the quality of life of people will improve significantly and at least reach the levels that other constituent entities of Russia are justly proud of. And of course, we always want to see Dagestan peaceful, as it has historically been — a land of hospitable and friendly people," said Sergei Melikov.

The head of the region stressed that the character of the people of Dagestan has always been shaped by the mountainous terrain, which requires hard work, resilience and strength of spirit. He also reminded of the republic’s crucial historical role as a crossroads of trade routes, emphasising that today this potential is being realised through large-scale projects — from the North–South international transport corridor to the modernisation of the Makhachkala seaport, which has shown record cargo turnover over the past twenty years.

Special attention was paid by Melikov to issues directly affecting people’s lives: the modernisation of water supply systems, the development of the energy sector, and the support of agricultural production — the traditional backbone of Dagestan’s economy. Tourism was named a promising area: the number of tourists has already exceeded 1.8 million per year, and it is planned to surpass 2 million in the near future.

Speaking about human resources policy, the head of the region noted that the key principles here should remain competence, honesty and dedication. He also expressed special gratitude to the people of Dagestan, who have always defended the Motherland. "A vivid testimony of their courage is the 15 Gold Stars and the titles of Heroes of the Russian Federation awarded to our servicemen," emphasised Sergei Melikov.

"Dagestan is a remarkable territory, one might say a small model of the entire Russian Federation, where numerous nationalities and religions are represented in harmony, as well as almost all the natural landscapes of our vast country," summed up the head of the region, expressing confidence in the future prosperity and well-being of Dagestan and Russia.

The discussion "Tourism as a Showcase for Creative Industries" was held at the National Centre RUSSIA

On 3 September, the National Centre RUSSIA hosted the talk show "Creative Dagestan" as part of the Days of the Republic of Dagestan within the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future". Participants discussed tourism as a showcase of creative industries, the balance between cultural codes and economic efficiency, the plans of regional brands for the near future and other issues that help to understand the specifics and prospects of developing the creative economy of Dagestan, the Caucasus and the whole of Russia.

The meeting was organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Folk Arts and Crafts of the Republic of Dagestan and the Agency for Entrepreneurship and Investment of the Republic of Dagestan with the support of ANO "Creative Economy" and the National Centre RUSSIA. The moderator was Nelly Badalyan, Deputy Director General for Communications of ANO "Creative Economy".

Hadzhimurat Israpilov, Head of the Agency for Entrepreneurship and Investment of the Republic of Dagestan, emphasised the strategic role of the creative sector and its close interconnection with tourism in the regions. According to him, creative industries are already shaping the tourist flow to Dagestan today and tomorrow will become the foundation of the new economy.

Filmmakers Binke Anisimov, Ibragim Magomedov and Yevgeny Mishiev, creators of the film "Atel-Matel", announced ambitious plans that emerged after a meeting with the Head of the Republic of Dagestan: a large-scale film base will appear in the region, and an annual family film festival will also be held. Binke Anisimov is convinced that this will attract more tourists to the region.

Co-founder of the Measure brand Gadzhi Guseinov noted that the main goal for increasing the recognition of local producers is the development of both individual brands and the entire ecosystem of regional production.

Murad Gadzhiyakhyayev, Director of the Kubachi Art Plant, shared his experience in preserving the legacy of the residents of the village of Kubachi. The theme of the uniqueness and relevance of traditions and folk crafts was continued by image stylist and founder of the Ettiko jewellery brand Eteri Dalieva, and by sisters Aisha and Madina Arshayev, founders of the Arshayevs brand. Islam Isayev, Development Director of the eco-tourism complex Glavryba, spoke about how to attract tourists through gastronomy.

At the end of the event, federal experts present, including Georgy Rostovshchikov, founder and Director General of Fashion Hub Russia and President of the International Association of Buyers International Buyer Hub, highlighted the uniqueness of Dagestan’s identity, as well as the importance of scaling up, which will make regional brands’ products more accessible without losing quality.

A platform for professional dialogue: open day of the Institute of Public Catering at the National Centre RUSSIA

On 2 September, the National Centre RUSSIA hosted an open day of the Institute of Public Catering of the V. M. Gorbatov Federal Research Centre for Food Systems of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the frozen ingredients producer YUZH Group of Companies — "Food Constructor. New Solutions for the Public Catering Market" — as part of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future".

The event began with an expert discussion involving technologists, quality and food safety experts, chefs and business representatives. They discussed how modern freezing affects quality and taste characteristics, how the composition of ingredients for dishes is changing, and what advantages the use of frozen semi-finished products brings.

"The exposition 'Region-2030. Platform of the Future', which opened today at the National Centre RUSSIA, shows how regions are designing the country’s tomorrow in the economy, culture and, of course, gastronomy. Today’s event is a vivid example of how science, business and creativity come together for a common goal — improving the quality and culture of food. The work of the Institute of Public Catering strongly resonates with our projects. In the Gastronomic Rows of the Centre, guests discover the cuisine of Russian regions — from Caucasian spices to Far Eastern delicacies," emphasised Anastasia Zvyagina, Deputy Director General of the National Centre RUSSIA.

According to her, the exposition "Journey Across Russia" clearly demonstrates that every territory has its own unique taste and traditions — from northern fish to southern fruit. It is from this diversity that the food culture of the future is born.

"Today, new technologies and modern approaches are being discussed here. We are confident that it is precisely such solutions that form the food culture of the new generation and become part of the image of Russia’s future," said Anastasia Zvyagina.

Oksana Kuznetsova, Director of the V. M. Gorbatov Federal Research Centre for Food Systems, noted that the Centre covers the entire food industry not only within public catering, but also in industrial production.

"Safety requirements for different raw materials and products vary, and sometimes they are unique for certain categories. Our institute accumulates all competencies and, I believe, successfully transmits them to the ready-made food community. Today’s discussion was useful for industry professionals," she said.

The event was attended by heads of catering enterprises, technologists, quality and food safety specialists, brand chefs, as well as representatives of purchasing and supply departments.

Dialogue on opportunities and patriotic art: Youth Day of the Republic of Dagestan was held at the National Centre RUSSIA

A thematic Youth Day of the Republic of Dagestan took place on 6 September at the National Centre RUSSIA as part of the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future". The event brought together Dagestani students studying at Moscow universities and experts in youth policy.

A key part of the programme was the presentation of opportunities that Moscow offers to young people from the regions. Representatives of the Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy of Moscow spoke about grant competitions and forums of the Rosmolodezh line available to Dagestani students. Deputy Chairman of the Committee Pavel Simakov gave examples of support, referring to the results of a survey on the priorities of the younger generation.

"According to the survey on development trajectories, 51% of young people chose creativity, 50% — a healthy lifestyle, 44% — new knowledge, and 18% — meetings and networking. The capital supports young people in many different ways," said Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy of Moscow, Pavel Simakov.

As examples of Moscow’s successful youth support experience, he highlighted several key initiatives. Among them was the "Youth of Moscow" nomination in the Mayor’s grant competition for socially oriented NGOs: last year, 154 projects won, receiving a total of 157.2 million roubles. He also mentioned the "Moscow Innovator" award, which in 2024 supported 36 high-tech projects and start-ups, as well as the annual Mayor’s grant competition in culture and arts, where 3.8 million roubles in funding is distributed among one hundred projects. In addition, he referred to the Moscow Government Prize: 50 laureates receive 2 million roubles each.

Special attention was given to patriotic education. Guests were introduced to the exhibition of the "Living Pencil" project, where artists depict athletes and participants of the Special Military Operation in a comic book style.

As part of the day, a presentation of the North Caucasus Youth Educational Forum "Caspian 2025" also took place. This large-scale forum is traditionally held in August in Makhachkala on the Caspian Sea coast.

"The Caspian Forum has traditionally been held in the republic since 2011. This event brings together the most active young people not only from Dagestan and the North Caucasus, but from across the country. Each year we welcome about 500 participants from more than 70 regions of Russia and abroad. Last year, according to the Rosmolodezh rating, it was recognised as the event of the year among district-level projects. This forum is the main youth event of the republic. The themes change every year: in 2024 it was dedicated to volunteering, this year to patriotism, as we mark the 80th anniversary of Victory, and 2025 has been declared the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland," said Kamil Saidov, Minister for Youth Affairs of the Republic of Dagestan.

A pinch of love from Dagestani chefs: traditional dishes of the region presented in a workshop at the National Centre RUSSIA

The gastronomic workshop "Traditions of Dagestani Cuisine" was held on 5 September at the National Centre RUSSIA as part of the Week of the Republic of Dagestan at the exposition "Region-2030. Platform of the Future". Guests not only learned how to cook traditional dishes of the region — corn khinkal, chudu, dried apricot porridge and urbech — but also had the chance to taste them.

The hosts and honorary guests of the event spoke about the history of Dagestan’s cuisine, shared the secrets of preparing national dishes, answered participants’ questions and even performed a fiery lezginka dance at the end of the tastings.

Kamil Saidov, Minister of Youth of the Republic of Dagestan, noted that each people of the region has its own culinary traditions, so moving from one district to another can become a large-scale gastronomic journey within a single republic.

"I am delighted to showcase Dagestani cuisine at the National Centre RUSSIA. Our republic is home to many nationalities, and each brings its own distinctive dishes — that is our real treasure. In the south the flavours are one way, in the north another, and in the mountains meat holds a special place. I am sure every guest will find something to their taste. And anyone who has never tried our raf coffee with urbech cannot call themselves a true coffee lover — this drink alone has made many people fall in love with Dagestan. Our gastronomy is as much our calling card as our mountains and our sea," said Kamil Saidov.

Participants of the workshop learned about the fillings for chudu, which type of khinkal is most diet-friendly, which ancient rituals are associated with dried apricot porridge, and why kefir for dough must always be at room temperature. Guests discovered the main tourist attractions of the region and even had the chance to win delicious prizes in a quiz on knowledge of Dagestan. Chef Fatima Ibragimova shared the secret of the special appeal of the republic’s national dishes.

"We use only the best and freshest products, because highlanders have always been engaged in cattle breeding, so we always have fresh butter, sour cream, cottage cheese, cheese and meat. And of course, the republic is very rich in fruits and vegetables. But the most important ingredient is a little pinch of love. People in Dagestan have always cooked with soul. With a big soul. That is why the food turns out so tasty and heartfelt," confessed Fatima Ibragimova.

Open educational programme of the II International Symposium "Inventing the Future" was published

The first topics of the open educational programme of the II International Symposium "Inventing the Future", which will take place on 7–8 October 2025 in Moscow at the National Centre RUSSIA, have been announced. The new discussion space will enable everyone to contribute to shaping the future. Participants will be able to discover the best innovations, join debates and voting sessions, and meet scientists, artists and futurists from different countries. Registration for the open educational programme began on 3 September at future.russia.ru.

The annual Symposium, organised at the instruction of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin under the aegis of the Decade of Science and Technology in our country, will bring together more than 7,000 representatives from SCO and BRICS countries, the Asia-Pacific region and Europe to develop positive scenarios for the future.

Government officials, scientists and researchers, representatives of the technology sector, futurists, forecasters and representatives of the creative industries will take part in exchanging experience and developing positive scenarios for the future. The outcome of the Symposium events will be futuristic forecasts that can be tracked, discussed and adjusted.

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