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Illustration for news: HSE University Hosts a Meeting of BRICS Civil Council's Working Group on Health

HSE University Hosts a Meeting of BRICS Civil Council's Working Group on Health

On May 20, 2025, a meeting of the BRICS Civil Council's Working Group on Health titled "BRICS and Building a Global Health Regime" took place at HSE University. The discussions focused on Brazil's proposals for final recommendations to the leaders of the BRICS nations.

Illustration for news: Russia–Brazil Relations in Science and Education Reach a New Level. The First Lady of Brazil Visits HSE University

Russia–Brazil Relations in Science and Education Reach a New Level. The First Lady of Brazil Visits HSE University

On May 7, 2025, Janja Lula da Silva — First Lady of Brazil and a prominent advocate for sustainable development who initiated the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty — visited HSE University. She held a private meeting with HSE University Rector Nikita Anisimov, where they explored promising avenues for strengthening Russia-Brazil collaboration in science and education.

Illustration for news: ‘We Grow Old before We Become Rich’: How BRICS Countries Can Achieve Economic Growth

‘We Grow Old before We Become Rich’: How BRICS Countries Can Achieve Economic Growth

Due to population aging, many countries aiming for economic prosperity have limited time left to undergo economic transformation, according to the honorary report Narratives Versus Reality on Employment and Demography: How Undermining Institutions Can Push Countries Out of the ‘Narrow Corridor’ by Santosh Mehrotra of the University of Bath. The report was presented at the XXV Yasin (April) International Academic Conference.

Illustration for news: BRICS Expert Council – Russia Unveiled the Results of BRICS Cooperation

BRICS Expert Council – Russia Unveiled the Results of BRICS Cooperation

The exclusive report "BRICS Cooperation Progress According to BTTC Indicator System" was prepared by the BRICS Expert Council – Russia with the support from the BRICS Think Tank Council (BTTC) following Russia's Chairship in BRICS in 2024. The rating employs a comprehensive system of indicators that showcases the strides made in collaboration among member nations across various domains, highlighting key achievements and pinpointing areas that call for deeper engagement.

Illustration for news: HSE Experts Share BRICS Experience with Iranian Colleagues

HSE Experts Share BRICS Experience with Iranian Colleagues

From February 24 to 26, 2025, HSE University held its first training seminar in Iran, titled ‘BRICS: Structure and Cooperation Platforms Workshop.’ The seminar focused on cooperation between BRICS countries and the key mechanisms of the organisation. It was organised at the request of the Iranian side by the BRICS Expert Council – Russia, based at HSE, and the Centre for Progress and Development of Iran Presidency (CPDI), in partnership with Iran's largest technology park, Pardis Technology Park, as well as Shahid Beheshti University, the Iran National Innovation Fund (INIF), and the Iranian International Innovation District (IIID).

Illustration for news: HSE University Hosts Discussions on Coordinating Russia's Initiatives within the Women's Twenty

HSE University Hosts Discussions on Coordinating Russia's Initiatives within the Women's Twenty

On February 24, the Durasov House, a part of HSE University’s Pokrovka Campus, became the setting for a meeting of the Russian Chapter of the Women Twenty (W20) Working Group. Focused on education, the digital divide, and artificial intelligence (AI), the event brought together prominent experts, including Victoria Panova, Head of the BRICS Expert Council – Russia and Vice Rector at HSE University, alongside Evgeniy Terentev, Oksana Sinyavskaya, Maya Mlyakova, Fuad Aleskerov, Olga Savinskaya, and Sergey Kosaretsky. Together, the participants explored strategies to advance Russia’s scientific, educational, and technological initiatives on the global stage.

Illustration for news: HSE’s Education Observatory Establishes Research Network Across All BRICS Countries

HSE’s Education Observatory Establishes Research Network Across All BRICS Countries

The International Education Observatory initiative, launched by HSE University to focus on expert evaluation, analytics, and joint scientific research, has successfully completed the formation of a research network across all BRICS nations. South Africa was the final link, with the University of Pretoria and the University of the Witwatersrand joining experts from Russia, China, India, and Brazil. 

Illustration for news: ‘Geographical Distance No Longer a Problem’: ISSEK Fosters Cooperation with Think Tanks in BRICS Countries

‘Geographical Distance No Longer a Problem’: ISSEK Fosters Cooperation with Think Tanks in BRICS Countries

In September, the HSE Institute for Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge hosted an international working meeting with representatives from Brazilian, Egyptian, and Indian think tanks. The participants discussed opportunities for cooperation, including joint surveys, comparative studies, databases, and publications on foresight, technology, and innovation. It was also decided to draft a multilateral agreement to establish the BRICS Foresight Association.

Illustration for news: HSE Researchers to Develop BRICS Exchange System Together with Chinese Experts

HSE Researchers to Develop BRICS Exchange System Together with Chinese Experts

HSE University International BRICS Competition Law and Policy Centre and the Competition Policy and Assessment Centre founded by the State Administration for Market Regulation of China signed a cooperation agreement. The parties agreed to come up with proposals for the development of exchange trade in goods and raw materials between Russia, China, and the BRICS countries.

Illustration for news: ‘What Makes BRICS Effective Is Its Diversity’: HSE University Representatives Begin Work at EEF

‘What Makes BRICS Effective Is Its Diversity’: HSE University Representatives Begin Work at EEF

HSE University Vice Rector Victoria Panova spoke at the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF 2024) that began in Vladivostok. The topic of her speech was the expansion of BRICS.