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International Dialogue and New Approaches: Highlights from Fudan University’s Summer School
At the beginning of July 2026, students from the HSE Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs took part in the Summer School on International Relations organised by Fudan University (China), one of the leading international educational programmes in this field. Over the course of two weeks, they explored contemporary approaches to global governance and the development of the Global South, attended lectures by renowned scholars from around the world, and discussed current international issues with fellow students from across the globe.
From Language Study to Language-Based Education: Experiment of the Master’s Programme “Modern Asian and MENA studies"
The Master’s programme “Modern Asian and MENA studies” implements an experimental approach to language training. “Our master’s students do not study Oriental languages during the programme; they enter it already as specialists and as people deeply engaged with the East. Therefore, a decision was made to move away from classical language instruction toward teaching core disciplinary subjects in Oriental languages – Arabic, Chinese and Japanese,” notes Elmira Elmanovna Imamkulieva, Academic Supervisor of the programme.
Master’s Students Contributed Analytical Papers for the Russian International Affairs Council
Master’s students of the Modern Asian and MENA Studies program at the Faculty of World Economy and International Affairs, HSE University, prepared analytical materials for the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC). Their research addressed a wide range of topical issues in global politics, economics, and international relations, demonstrating their strong academic background and applied research skills.