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Russian Experts Conclude Their Visit to Ankara 🇹🇷

From November 20 to 22, Russian experts visited Ankara as part of a program organized by the Primakov Center in collaboration with the Russian House in Ankara. The delegation included representatives from IMEMO, Institute of Oriental Studies RAS, MGIMO, MSU, RUDN, and other institutions.

Key Highlights:

🔵 The visit lasted 3️⃣ days.
🔵 The Russian delegation visited 3️⃣ academic and research centers in Ankara: ORSAM, SDE, and the Faculty of Political Science at Ankara University.
🔵 Experts participated in 3️⃣ round tables and 1️⃣ conference.
🔵 Topics discussed included resolving conflicts in the Middle East, the role of Eurasianism in the region, and humanitarian cooperation between Turkey and Russia.

Сountless glasses of black tea and cups of ayran were also enjoyed during the visit!

🔵 Find more details about the working trip to Ankara on our website.

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Завершился визит российских экспертов в Анкару 🇹🇷

C 20 по 22 ноября состоялся визит российских экспертов в Анкару, организованный Центром Примакова совместно с Русским домом в Анкаре. В состав делегации вошли представители ИМЭМО, ИВ РАН, МГИМО, МГУ, РУДН и других институтов.

Ключевые показатели:

🔵 визит длился 3️⃣дня
🔵 российская делегация посетила 3️⃣ академических и научно-исследовательских центра Анкары: ORSAM, SDE и факультет политических наук Анкарского университета
🔵 эксперты приняли участие в 3️⃣круглых столах и 1️⃣конференции
🔵 среди обсуждаемых тем — урегулирование ближневосточных конфликтов, роль евразийства в регионе, гуманитарное сотрудничество Турции и России

А еще за время визита опустошено сотни стаканов с черным чаем и баночек с айраном!

🔵Подробнее о рабочей поездке в Анкару читайте на сайте.

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Working Visit to Ankara | Day Three

On the final day of their working trip, Russian experts engaged in lively debate where they discussed the potential for Russia-Turkey cooperation within BRICS and the SCO, as well as prospects for humanitarian collaboration.

🔵Institute of Strategic Thinking (SDE)

The institute hosted an expert discussion on Russian-Turkish cooperation. Participants examined the transformation of global governance institutions and Turkey's prospects following its status as a BRICS partner.

🔵Russian House in Ankara

Next, at the Russian Center for Science and Culture (RCSC), a meeting took place where Russian and Turkish experts explored the issues of humanitarian cooperation between the two nations. They discussed the current state and future development of cultural, educational, and scientific ties. Additionally, specialists from the Primakov Center presented their projects aimed at fostering bilateral dialogue.

Finally, our delegation's suitcases brimmed with Turkish delights and pastila, threatening to exceed baggage limits. It seems that upon returning home, there will not only be meeting reports to share but also a tasting of Turkish delicacies!

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Рабочий визит в Анкару | День третий

Заключительный день рабочей поездки российские эксперты провели в оживленных дебатах, обсуждая потенциал сотрудничества России и Турции в рамках БРИКС и ШОС, а также перспективы гуманитарного взаимодействия.

🔵Институт стратегического мышления (SDE)

Здесь прошла экспертная дискуссия, посвященная российско-турецкому сотрудничеству. Эксперты обсудили трансформацию институтов глобального управления, а также перспективы Турции, появившиеся в связи с получением статуса партнера БРИКС.

🔵Русский дом в Анкаре

Затем в РЦНК состоялась встреча, на которой российские и турецкие эксперты рассмотрели вопросы гуманитарного сотрудничества России и Турции. Участники обсудили текущее состояние и перспективы развития культурных, образовательных и научных связей между двумя странами. В дополнение специалисты Центра Примакова провели презентацию своих проектов, направленных на расширение двустороннего диалога.

Напоследок рахат-лукум и пахлава заполнили чемоданы нашей делегации, грозя превысить лимит багажа. Похоже, дома ждет не только отчет о встречах, но и дегустация турецких деликатесов!

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Ankara University: A Fusion of Moscow State University and MGIMO with a Turkish Twist

We couldn't resist sharing how Türkiye's largest university, which our delegation visited yesterday, is organized. Spoiler: It involves even-toed ungulates.

A Bit of History

So, Ankara University is the first higher education institution established in Turkey after the republic was founded. It hosts about 45,000 students across 14 faculties. In terms of scale and significance, it can be confidently compared to Moscow State University (MSU). Officially founded in 1946, the roots of its Political Science College, which later became a faculty, go back to 1859. Today, this faculty has many similarities with MGIMO: a somewhat parallel history and a primary mission to prepare cadres for public service.

The campus, designed by a German architect, combines educational buildings, green relaxation areas, and art installations. The interiors are as impressive as the exteriors: walls adorned with photos of alumni from years past and preserved historical documents give a sense of the continuity of academic traditions.

And Now, Let's Talk Cows! Yes, Real Cows! 🐄

One of the interesting features of the faculty is... a collection of cow statuettes! Surprised? So were we.

It turns out that in Turkish slang, the words for "cow" and "top student" sound the same. This amusing coincidence led to the cow becoming an unofficial symbol of the student body. The collection is continuously expanding with figurines from all over the world—ranging from tiny miniatures to substantial pieces, from classic to avant-garde. Moreover, every summer, the faculty holds a festival where real cows make an appearance! Now, that's a true Turkish celebration of knowledge.

It got us thinking—maybe it's time for us to start collecting something equally symbolic?

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