Regional Centre for Development of Public Diplomacy and International Relations named after Yevgeniy M. Primakov

A joint teleconference round table with the Institute of Asian and African Studies (ISAA) of Lomonosov Moscow State University took place at the Primakov Centre on April 23, 2025. The event was held as part of the “VI Week of Russian Diplomacy” and brought together experts and young researchers who presented interesting reports and shared their experiences. Panelists included: Ruslana Salamova, Russian and world champion in hand-to-hand combat, student at Samara University, spoke about athletes’ personal contributions to strengthening the country’s international image and promoting sports values. Armen Vantsev, eight-time Russian champion in bicycle trial, Master of Sports, member of …

Section II “The Role of Sports Diplomacy in the Modern World” held at the Primakov Centre on April 23, 2025 as Part of “VI Week of Russian Diplomacy”. Experts from various countries discussed current issues of using sports as a tool for international cooperation and peacebuilding. The session featured the following speakers: Eduardo Villegas Mejías, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Mexico to Russia, shared insights on sports development in Mexico. The Ambassador emphasized the importance of sports in strengthening cultural ties and enhancing mutual understanding between nations. Mikhail Vladimirovich Khorev, Special Representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry for International Sports …