At the Frontline of Global Affairs: Fellows in Action 🌎

Our IR specialists are spending their days at the heart of decision-making — in places where policies are debated, ideas collide, and the contours of international affairs take shape.

🔵A Candid Conversation with Dmitri Trenin

A standout moment was an open-mic session with Dmitri Trenin, Academic Supervisor of the Institute of World Military Economy and Strategy at HSE University. Fellows discussed the role of the nation-state in today’s Russian foreign policy, the shifting centers of power, and how former adversaries can turn into strategic partners.

🔵Russian International Affairs Council

Here, the young specialists delved into the intersection of research and diplomacy, observing how RIAC develops analytical materials, builds expert networks, and fosters public dialogue on global challenges.

🔵Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology

At Skoltech, the group toured advanced labs, watched ideas evolve from concept to prototype, and met researchers at the cutting edge of engineering, data, and emerging technologies.

🔵Russia Today

The fellows went behind the scenes to see how international news is produced and discussed the media’s role in shaping global narratives.

The academic module is complete, but the most important part is ahead: today our IR specialists are defending their projects🔚

🔥 — Wish them good luck

The InteRussia fellowship in international relations is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Have you ever wondered what keeps a metropolis where every second counts running? ☀️

But our energy specialists from ASEAN know the answer. Last week, they visited Moscow, where the group met the people who power the whole country, explored the technologies behind its critical infrastructure, and saw how bold ideas turn into real-world impact.

📍 Russian Energy Agency of the Ministry of Energy

From digital modeling to modern monitoring tools, Alexey Kulapin, REA General Director, introduced the fellows to Russia’s strategic vision for boosting efficiency, reducing losses, and building smarter regional energy systems.

📍 Russia–ASEAN Business Council & Global Energy Association

In forward-looking sessions with Daniyar Akkaziev, CEO Russia–ASEAN Business Council, and Sergey Brilev, a Russian journalist, President of the Global Energy Association, they discussed new avenues for cooperation: joint research, technology partnerships, and youth-driven energy initiatives.

📍 Transneft

Here, our fellows learned how operators manage pressure, flow, and safety across thousands of kilometers, as well as how digital systems enable real-time monitoring of critical infrastructure.

📍 ATOM Museum

Through interactive models, archival exhibits, and visual installations, the group explored the evolution of nuclear science — from early reactors to modern applications in medicine, energy, and future technologies.

After a few days in Moscow’s energy ecosystem, one thing is clear: the future of energy depends on collaboration and people who are willing to look deeper. Our ASEAN fellows have done exactly that — your turn is coming; keep an eye on the news! 💬

The InteRussia fellowship in energy is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Shaping Nuclear Tomorrow 😁

The journey of our nuclear specialists is far from over — but one major milestone is now behind them. After two intensive weeks in Moscow filled with deep-dive sessions, hands-on modeling, and the kind of “lightbulb moments” they’re ready to move forward.

So what exactly did the fellows explore?

🔺Forging a nation’s nuclear future
🔺Tools and models that show where low-carbon systems are headed and why nuclear matters
🔺The real economics of clean energy
🔺Non-electric applications for nuclear energy
🔺The world of SMRs

A highlight of the program was the open discussions with Maria Oseeva, Head of International Nuclear Infrastructure Projects at Rosatom International Network, and Sergey Brilev, journalist and President of the Global Energy Association, where participants delved into not only the “how” of nuclear development but also the “why.”

And the fellowship is only gaining speed. Ahead is St. Petersburg, new expert panels, and the long-awaited visit to the Leningrad NPP. Keep following — the most exciting insights are still on the way. 👍

The InteRussia fellowship in nuclear technologies is implemented with support from the ABS Electro Charity Foundation and the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Highlights From the InteRussia Press Conference ✨

On December 9, the Rossiya Segodnya hosted the conversation "Expert Dialogue in the Era of an Emerging Multipolar World" that went far beyond a traditional briefing.

Our partners, represented by MGIMO University, Rossotrudnichestvo, Sputnik, GITIS, the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology, the Pushkin Institute, the World Youth Festival Directorate, TV BRICS, the St. Petersburg State University of Economics, the Institute of Oriental Studies RAS, and Sechenov University, gathered to reflect on how professional cooperation is evolving in today’s shifting global landscape.

Opening the discussion, Leonid Drachevsky, Executive Director of the Gorchakov Fund, emphasized: “Public diplomacy begins with creating a space where people feel heard — a space that helps them find common ground. This is exactly why we created this program.”

Moreover, the experts discussed the role of InteRussia in strengthening professional connections by bringing ideas, people, and institutions into one shared space of dialogue and growth.

So what are the key results of the year?

⭕️17 fellowship programs across 7 professional fields
⭕️219 participants from more than 60 countries
⭕️An average competition rate of 11 applicants per spot
⭕️Over 60% of participants had never been to Russia before

Missed the broadcast? Catch the full recording anytime 📣

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How InteRussia Unites Young Minds Shaping Global Affairs 📚

What stays with you after an intense academic journey — the knowledge you gained, the connections you built, or the perspectives that reshaped your thinking?

This autumn, Moscow became a meeting point for young IR researchers from Afghanistan, Belarus, Brazil, India, Mauritius, Mexico, Pakistan, Serbia, and Tanzania. What began as an academic program quickly turned into something more — thoughtful debates, bold questions, and new lenses on the world.

Here’s what shaped their experience:

✨As tradition goes, the fellowship centered on scientific research developed under the guidance of leading experts from MGIMO Institute for International Studies.

✨The fellows took part in the BRICS International School, exploring emerging global dynamics and exchanging ideas with peers from around the world.

✨A highlight of the program was an in-depth discussion on global politics and strategic thinking with Sergey Ryabkov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, and Dmitry Trenin, Academic Supervisor of the Institute of World Military Economy and Strategy at HSE University.

✨Visits to the Russian International Affairs Council, RT Headquarters, and the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology offered a closer look at how ideas move from analysis to media narratives and technological solutions.

✨Beyond сlasses, fellows immersed themselves in Russia’s rich culture and history through the Tretyakov Gallery and the ballet "Ruslan and Lyudmila."

The fellowship may have ended, but the spark it started is still going strong. Ideas are bouncing, friendships are growing, and the next adventures are already on the horizon.

Keep an eye out — the fellows’ research stories are coming soon!🪶

The InteRussia fellowship in international relations is implemented by ANO Mezhdunarodniki in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund and the MGIMO Institute for International Studies with support from the ABS Electro Charity Foundation and the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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What Does Russia’s Energy Future Look Like? ✨

Recently, our ASEAN fellows experienced Russia’s energy landscape firsthand, feeling the pulse of substations, observing how infrastructure responds to demand, and seeing how technology and policy work seamlessly together.

Here’s what that their journey looked like:

🔴The fellows met with global leaders at the XVIII International Scientific and Practical Hybrid Conference “Energetika XXI: Economy, Policy, Ecology,” dove into energy policy through open conversation with Alexey Kulapin, REA General Director, and explored emerging trends alongside the Russia-ASEAN Business Council and the Global Energy Association.

🔴From massive operations at Transneft, Rosseti, and the Skolkovo Innovation Center to the cutting-edge Intelligent Digital Network Lab and Neva Waste Processing Facility, our participants witnessed how data, automation, and sustainability converge in real time.

🔴They stepped into energy logistics on the ground at Gorelectrotrans, Zifergauz, and a Gazprom Neft fueling station in St. Petersburg, then toured the Leningrad Nuclear Power Plant, gaining a close-up view of advanced nuclear operations in action.

🔴Learning also meant immersing in culture: from the Smolny Museum and meetings with city officials to the Hermitage, Mariinsky Theatre, and the Atom Museum — a deep dive into Russia’s history, science, and art.

The program once again showed that energy isn’t just wires and machines — it’s curiosity that sparks innovation, teamwork that turns challenges into solutions, and connections that carry knowledge across borders.

The InteRussia fellowship in energy sector for ASEAN specialists is implemented by the Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, Saint Petersburg State University of Economics, Russia-ASEAN Business Council, Global Energy Association, and Russian Energy Agency with the grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Last, but definitely not least 🌟

The moment has come to wrap up the year’s final fellowship, and unforgettable in its own way. Specialists from Argentina, Bolivia, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Montenegro, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Uzbekistan set out to gain a comprehensive overview of key Russian nuclear technologies and their practical application across various fields: in energy, medicine, agriculture, and industry.

So what shaped this experience?

🔴First — the depth of learning. Participants explored how nuclear newcomer countries build their national positions, dove into modern energy planning tools, and unpacked technological solutions related to the operation of large-capacity NPPs and SMRs, as well as peaceful nuclear technologies.

🔴Then — practice. Fellows visited the Leningrad NPP-2 with its modern Generation 3+ VVER-1200 reactors, where they were shown the control room, turbine generator unit, and cooling towers for the secondary circuit condenser.

🔴They touched history at the world’s first NPP in Obninsk, and learned about best practices in nuclear medicine and the use of radiation technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer at the A.Tsyb Medical Radiological Research Center.

🔴And for the first time ever, this program became a three-city journey — Moscow, Saint Petersburg, and Obninsk — offering not just professional insight, but a deeper cultural and historical connection to the places where nuclear science was shaped.

This chapter ends — but the connections don’t. Because it builds understanding, trust, and long-term cooperation, shaping the future of peaceful nuclear technologies.

The InteRussia fellowship in nuclear technologies is implemented by ANO Mezhdunarodniki in cooperation with the Gorchakov Fund, with support from the ABS Electro Charity Foundation and the Presidential Grants Foundation. The main partner on the part of the Rosatom State Atomic Energy Corporation is the Rosatom Technical Academy within the framework of the "Train-the-Trainers" project.

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What if one of your 2026 plans starts today? 🤭

While the New Year is still taking shape, we’re already opening its doors and announcing a call for applications to the InteRussia fellowship.

Here’s what you can apply for right now:

✅ International Relations (all over the world)

For those ready to work with global agendas, political analysis, diplomacy, and international dialogue.

✅ Electric Power (Middle East and Africa)

For specialists eager to explore energy systems, sustainability, and technological solutions shaping tomorrow’s infrastructure.

So tell us — have you already added the InteRussia fellowship to your 2026 goals list?

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No second chance! We’ve extended the application deadline for the InteRussia Fellowship in Electric Power to February 8, 23:59 Moscow time.

Want to know why this program could kickstart your career? Swipe through the carousel to find out.

➡️ Apply now and tag a friend who shouldn’t miss this opportunity.

The InteRussia fellowship in Electric Power is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Your next career move starts here ✨

Are you a young professional from the Middle East or North Africa ready to strengthen your skills, gain hands-on experience, and take your expertise to the global stage?

Then we’re looking for you!

➡️ Swipe through the cards and choose the program that fits you best.

The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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How InteRussia can shape your career 💡

We spoke with Muhammad Taimur Fahad Khan, the first-ever fellow from Pakistan, who took part in the International Relations fellowship in 2024.

Now a Research Associate at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad, he shares how InteRussia transformed his academic journey and opened doors to engaging with Russia in ways he never expected.

Wondering what awaits you on the program?

📌 Swipe through the cards and read the full interview on our website.

⏰ Applications for the InteRussia fellowship in International Relations or Oriental Studies are still open — don’t miss your chance.

The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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You are about to level up your journalism skills 👨‍💻

Real stories aren’t born behind screens. They live in conversations, off-hours leads, and angles no textbook ever shows.

Ready to chase them in Moscow? The InteRussia fellowship is calling young journalists from South Asia.

➡️ Swipe the cards and get to know what you can be apart of.

Don't scroll past this — applications close February 22, 23:59 Moscow time.

The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Where can InteRussia take you? ✍️

We caught up with Ahmed Sherif, Senior Editor at Egypt’s Sada El-Balad, who joined the first InteRussia & RT Arabic fellowship for TV journalists.

So, what did the fellowship really give him?

✅Full accreditation at major international platforms.
✅Practical, hands-on reporting — not just in theory.
✅Sharper skills and game-changing professional contacts.
✅A completely new perspective on Russia.

Ready to step into the story yourself?

⭕️Journalism for South Asia
⭕️Journalism for MENA
⭕️Journalism for Sub-Saharan Africa

Swipe through the cards to explore Ahmed’s journey — and start creating your own!

The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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Step into a world of сareer opportunities 😎

Asia’s young professionals, are you ready to dive into real-world challenges, learn from the best, and make global connections that matter?

InteRussia is looking for the next generation of leaders and innovators.

➡️ Swipe through the cards to explore the programs.

The InteRussia fellowship is implemented with the support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.

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