Second Joint Online Seminar of the Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs at HSE University and the Federal University of Minas Gerais
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On 11 July, the second joint online seminar between the Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs at HSE University and the Federal University of Minas Gerais took place. The session focused on the topic: "Technological Sovereignty and the Rise of BRICS: Challenging US Dominance in the Global Software Industry." The event forms part of an ongoing series aimed at strengthening academic ties, fostering collaboration between faculty and students from both universities, and launching joint research initiatives. The seminar was organised by the International Relations and Global Studies programme.
The keynote speaker was Roberto Novaes, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law of the Federal University of Minas Gerais, Programme Director for Public Administration, and Director of Technology at the Institute for Law and Artificial Intelligence (IDEA). Professor Novaes explored the theoretical development and evolution of the concept of sovereignty, offering a fresh interpretation in the context of rapid technological change. He also shared findings from empirical research on technological sovereignty. Novais highlighted the importance for BRICS countries to develop their own technological solutions, stressing the strategic role of open-source software and public procurement policies.
Serving as discussant was Eduard Galimullin, an expert at the Centre for Comprehensive European and International Studies. He commented on Roberto Novaes’ presentation, noting the strategic response from the United States, including its industrial policy and export controls, and drew attention to the challenges of navigating technological dependence on both the US and China.
Eduard Galimullin’s remarks were not only a direct response to Roberto Novaes' talk but also a brief summary of his own recent research, which underpins a recent publication examining the struggle for technological leadership between the US and China. The discussion was moderated by Oleg Korneev, Academic Supervisor of the International Relations and Global Studies programme.
The IRGS programme consistently seeks to engage with the most pressing and topical issues in global politics, both in research and teaching. Without a doubt, technological sovereignty is one of the defining questions of the 21st century, offering a unique opportunity for cross-border academic collaboration in this emerging field. The IRGS team expresses its gratitude to its Brazilian colleagues for their participation, and also commends the engagement of students from both the Federal University of Minas Gerais and HSE University.
This material was prepared as part of the project "Press Centre: International Relations and Global Studies." Text by: Timofey Petrov (3rd-year student, Press Centre Coordinator).
