On October 10–12, the International Exhibition and Scientific Conference «Healthcare, Education and Sports in the Era of the Revival of the New Epoch of the Powerful State» was held in Ashgabat. MGIMO was represented at the event by Ekaterina Shuvalova, Advisor to the Rector — Deputy Vice-Rector for International Ties, Youth and Social Policy. The exhibition took place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and brought together representatives of educational organizations and specialists in science, healthcare and sports from around the world.

As part of the exhibition, visitors got acquainted with the University’s educational opportunities and programs; participants also learned about the specifics of admission to MGIMO for foreign citizens, the MGIMO International School Olympiad, the International Applicants Club and opportunities for professional development.

MGIMO presentations were held at the Russian House in Ashgabat and the Alexander Pushkin Joint Turkmen-Russian Secondary School. During the events, Ekaterina Shuvalova told students and their parents about the University’s programs, answered questions about admission and studying, and introduced future applicants to the MGIMO active student life.

On October 12, as part of the exhibition and conference, Ekaterina Shuvalova took part in a round table on the topic «Sports Diplomacy,» organized by the Turkmen State Institute of Physical Education and Sports. Experts discussed the importance of sport as a tool for international cooperation and strengthening relations between states.

MGIMO’s participation in the events in Ashgabat contributed to the development of educational and humanitarian ties between Russia and Turkmenistan, as well as to raising awareness among international applicants about the opportunities for studying at the University.