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MIL-Evening Report: Politics with Michelle Grattan: historian Emma Shortis warns against falling into Trump’s trade traps

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to have his first face-to-face meeting with US President Donald Trump this month, against a background of increased steel and aluminium tariffs and US pressure on Australia to boost its defence spending.

How Australia manages the now unpredictable US relationship has become a major debate among policy experts. Some question the implications for Australia’s reliance on the US for its security.

One voice urging Australia to “rebalance” its relationship with the US is Dr Emma Shortis, the director of the Australia Institute’s International and Security Affairs program.

Shortis is a historian with a particular interest in the United States’ history and politics. She joins the podcast to talk about her new book, After America: Australia and the New World Order.

On the Australia–US alliance, Shortis says Trump doesn’t think about Australia – which might be a good thing, given Canada’s experience.

Trump doesn’t really think about the United States’ relationship with Australia. We know that. He has made it very clear. He was asked in the Oval Office about the AUKUS submarine deal, and he responded, what does that mean? He doesn’t think about Australia.

[…] We also probably have to ask ourselves, would it be a good thing if Donald Trump thought about Australia more, if he cared about us more, or gave us more attention?

[…] There’s been a subtle but a noticeable shift in language coming from the prime minister in particular, about Australia’s role in the world and about the relationship with the United States – particularly this week, saying that Australia effectively won’t be dictated to by the United States around defence spending […] In the longer history of the way Australian leaders have bent the knee to the United States, that’s a pretty significant change.

On Albanese’s likely meeting with Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada, Shortis cautions against making offers to Trump on critical minerals to seek a better deal on tariffs.

It doesn’t matter what we give him. So giving away Australian sovereign resources, or offering them on the cheap without much return, is not only not great policy [… but] it doesn’t align with a strategy of progressive patriotism that the prime minister has been talking about. And I don’t think it will get us much from the United States.

It also falls into a trap that Trump is so good at laying, which is dividing the world. Getting individual world leaders to come scraping and begging, asking for exemptions, rather than being met by a solid wall of democratic resistance to what he’s doing.

On hopes that after Trump, America might move away from its current style of politics, Shortis argues Trump’s changes are deeper than him.

I would also argue really strongly that the America we thought we knew, the Biden version of the United States, is not coming back any time soon. This second Trump administration is an entirely different beast from the first. Trump and particularly the people around him, the movement that supports him, see this as a generational victory for the far-right movement in the United States. And they will not give it up easily.

[…] So this idea that we can just wait him out, that we can rely on the old assumptions about the cycles of American politics, I think is something we have to be really careful with.

Shortis argues Australia should be “a real friend” to the US and its people – which would mean speaking up when we disagree – rather than abandoning the alliance.

I don’t think we should drop the alliance. I also don’t think that is a realistic option politically at the moment. I think the alliance does serve a purpose when it is oriented towards those shared values […] and not to a kind of poverty-stricken view of security and the prevention of war.

[…] What we can do is pursue more independence in our decision-making, which lots of other countries do. If you look around the world, not many other countries are continually asking themselves: ‘Who is going to come and protect us? Who is going to come and save us?’ That is almost a kind of uniquely Australian trait. But again one that’s not inevitable and that we can rethink.

Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

– ref. Politics with Michelle Grattan: historian Emma Shortis warns against falling into Trump’s trade traps – https://theconversation.com/politics-with-michelle-grattan-historian-emma-shortis-warns-against-falling-into-trumps-trade-traps-258174

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June 4, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: The secret to Ukraine’s battlefield successes against Russia – it knows wars are never won in the past
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Matthew Sussex, Associate Professor (Adj), Griffith Asia Institute; and Fellow, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, Australian National University

The iconoclastic American general Douglas Macarthur once said that “wars are never won in the past”.

That sentiment certainly seemed to ring true following Ukraine’s recent audacious attack on Russia’s strategic bomber fleet, using small, cheap drones housed in wooden pods and transported near Russian airfields in trucks.

The synchronised operation targeted Russian Air Force planes as far away as Irkutsk – more than 5,000 kilometres from Ukraine. Early reports suggest around a third of Russia’s long-range bombers were either destroyed or badly damaged. Russian military bloggers have put the estimated losses lower, but agree the attack was catastrophic for the Russian Air Force, which has struggled to adapt to Ukrainian tactics.

This particular attack was reportedly 18 months in the making. To keep it secret was an extraordinary feat. Notably, Kyiv did not inform the United States that the attack was in the offing. The Ukrainians judged – perhaps understandably – that sharing intelligence on their plans could have alerted the Kremlin in relatively short order.

Ukraine’s success once again demonstrates that its armed forces and intelligence services are the modern masters of battlefield innovation and operational security.

Finding new solutions

Western military planners have been carefully studying Ukraine’s successes ever since its forces managed to blunt Russia’s initial onslaught deep into its territory in early 2022, and then launched a stunning counteroffensive that drove the Russian invaders back towards their original starting positions.

There have been other lessons, too, about how the apparently weak can stand up to the strong. These include:
- attacks on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s vanity project, the Kerch Bridge, linking the Russian mainland to occupied Crimea (the last assault occurred just days ago)
- the relentless targeting of Russia’s oil and gas infrastructure with drones
- attacks against targets in Moscow to remind the Russian populace about the war, and
- its incursion into the Kursk region, which saw Ukrainian forces capture around 1,000 square kilometres of Russian territory.
On each occasion, Western defence analysts have questioned the wisdom of Kyiv’s moves.

Why invade Russia using your best troops when Moscow’s forces continue laying waste to cities in Ukraine?

Why hit Russia’s energy infrastructure if it doesn’t markedly impede the battlefield mobility of Russian forces?

And why attack symbolic targets like bridges when it could provoke Putin into dangerous “escalation”?

The answer to this is the key to effective innovation during wartime. Ukraine’s defence and security planners have interpreted their missions – and their best possible outcomes – far more accurately than conventional wisdom would have thought.

Above all, they have focused on winning the war they are in, rather than those of the past. This means:
- using technological advancements to force the Russians to change their tactics
- shaping the information environment to promote their narratives and keep vital Western aid flowing, and
- deploying surprise attacks not just as ways to boost public morale, but also to impose disproportionate costs on the Russian state.
The impact of Ukraine’s drone attack

In doing so, Ukraine has had an eye for strategic effects. As the smaller nation reliant on international support, this has been the only logical choice.

Putin has been prepared to commit a virtually inexhaustible supply of expendable cannon fodder to continue his country’s war ad infinitum. Russia has typically won its wars this way – by attrition – albeit at a tremendous human and material cost.

That said, Ukraine’s most recent surprise attack does not change the overall contours of the war. The only person with the ability to end it is Putin himself.

That’s why Ukraine is putting as much pressure as possible on his regime, as well as domestic and international perceptions of it. It is key to Ukraine’s theory of victory.

This is also why the latest drone attack is so significant. Russia needs its long-range bomber fleet, not just to fire conventional cruise missiles at Ukrainian civilian and infrastructure targets, but as aerial delivery systems for its strategic nuclear arsenal.

The destruction of even a small portion of Russia’s deterrence capability has the potential to affect its nuclear strategy. It has increasingly relied on this strategy to threaten the West.

A second impact of the attack is psychological. The drone attacks are more likely to enrage Putin than bring him to the bargaining table. However, they reinforce to the Russian military that there are few places – even on its own soil – that its air force can act with operational impunity.

The surprise attacks also provide a shot in the arm domestically, reminding Ukrainians they remain very much in the fight.

Finally, the drone attacks send a signal to Western leaders. US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, for instance, have gone to great lengths to tell the world that Ukraine is weak and has “no cards”. This action shows Kyiv does indeed have some powerful cards to play.

That may, of course, backfire: after all, Trump is acutely sensitive to being made to look a fool. He may look unkindly at resuming military aid to Ukraine after being shown up for saying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would be forced to capitulate without US support.

But Trump’s own hubris has already done that for him. His regular claims that a peace deal is just weeks away have gone beyond wishful thinking and are now monotonous.

Unsurprisingly, Trump’s reluctance to put anything approaching serious pressure on Putin has merely incentivised the Russian leader to string the process along.

Indeed, Putin’s insistence on a maximalist victory, requiring Ukrainian demobilisation and disarmament without any security guarantees for Kyiv, is not diplomacy at all. It is merely the reiteration of the same unworkable demands he has made since even before Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022.

However, Ukraine’s ability to smuggle drones undetected onto an opponent’s territory, and then unleash them all together, will pose headaches for Ukraine’s friends, as well as its enemies.

That’s because it makes domestic intelligence and policing part of any effective defence posture. It is a contingency democracies will have to plan for, just as much as authoritarian regimes, who are also learning from Ukraine’s lessons.

In other words, while the attack has shown up Russia’s domestic security services for failing to uncover the plan, Western security elites, as well as authoritarian ones, will now be wondering whether their own security apparatuses would be up to the job.

The drone strikes will also likely lead to questions about how useful it is to invest in high-end and extraordinarily expensive weapons systems when they can be vulnerable. The Security Service of Ukraine estimates the damage cost Russia US$7 billion (A$10.9 billion). Ukraine’s drones, by comparison, cost a couple of thousand dollars each.

At the very least, coming up with a suitable response to those challenges will require significant thought and effort. But as Ukraine has repeatedly shown us, you can’t win wars in the past.

Matthew Sussex has received funding from the Australian Research Council, the Atlantic Council, the Fulbright Foundation, the Carnegie Foundation, the Lowy Institute and various Australian government departments and agencies.

– ref. The secret to Ukraine’s battlefield successes against Russia – it knows wars are never won in the past – https://theconversation.com/the-secret-to-ukraines-battlefield-successes-against-russia-it-knows-wars-are-never-won-in-the-past-258172
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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Sobyanin: First kindergarten built using modular technology opened in Moscow

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

The first kindergarten built using advanced large-module construction technology has opened in Moscow. Sergei Sobyanin reported this on his Telegram channel.

“Such buildings are assembled like a construction set: super-large modules are delivered to the site and assembled in a short time. A significant part of the production cycle takes place on

factory. This allows us to guarantee the quality of the facility,” the Mayor of Moscow noted.

Source: Sergei Sobyanin’s Telegram channel @mos_sobyanin

An important advantage is the durability and high degree of readiness immediately after production of such modules. They have all the necessary embedded parts for engineering systems, so their installation does not take much time – as well as facade and finishing works.

Thus, thanks to innovative technologies, it was possible to reduce the construction time of the facility while maintaining its quality and ensuring the durability of the building.

A new kindergarten for 300 children in Izmailovo with an area of 4.5 thousand square meters was built using funds from the Moscow City Targeted Investment Program. The above-ground part of the building required 114 modules, which were installed in just two weeks. For comparison, this stage of construction usually takes six to nine months.

The three-story kindergarten has everything you need: it has 12 groups, sleeping areas, a gym and music room, a spacious lobby, and changing rooms. In addition, the building has a medical block and a full-cycle food block, administrative offices, and a security room. The interiors are decorated with paintings, and the facade is done in a calm color scheme.

Sergei Sobyanin: Schools and kindergartens in Moscow are built with a unique design Schools, kindergartens and clinics: investors are building 194 social facilities in the capital

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Stir, Don’t Shake: HSE and AIRI Accelerate Further Training of Neural Networks

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: State University Higher School of Economics – State University Higher School of Economics –

Researchers from the Higher School of Economics and AIRI have proposed a method for quickly fine-tuning neural networks: data is processed in groups, which are then mixed in an optimal way to improve their interaction. The method copes better than its analogues with generating and analyzing images, and fine-tuning text models. At the same time, it requires less memory and training time. Results The works were presented at the NeurIPS 2024 conference.

The larger the neural network, the more difficult it is to quickly adjust it to a new task. Retraining a model from scratch is long and expensive. Therefore, developers are looking for low-cost ways to adapt it to a specific task while maintaining the overall quality of the original version.

One of them is fine-tuning using orthogonal matrices: unlike alternative approaches, they preserve important features of the original model. But popular options like block-diagonal or butterfly matrices have drawbacks: they are either limited or require a lot of calculations.

Researchers Faculty of Computer Science HSE and AIRI have proposed a new method for constructing matrices, which they call “Group-and-Shuffle”. Instead of working with all the data, they divide its parameters into small groups, process each one separately, and shuffle them together. This structure turned out to be both flexible and compact: it helps the model to more accurately adapt to the task, but at the same time requires less computation and memory.

Based on GS matrices, the researchers developed the GSOFT method, a new implementation of orthogonal fine-tuning of neural networks. Unlike previous approaches, GSOFT uses fewer parameters, but maintains stability and training quality even with a small amount of data. The team also proposed a two-sided version of the method, Double GSOFT, which allows you to change the parameters on both sides at once, increasing the flexibility and accuracy of the model.

“We figured out how to form orthogonal matrices using just two matrices of a special type, rather than five or six as in previous approaches. This saves resources and training time,” explains Nikolai Yudin, a research intern Scientific and educational laboratory of matrix and tensor methods in machine learning National Research University Higher School of Economics.

The researchers tested the approach on three types of tasks. In additional training of the RoBERTa language model, the method worked better with a comparable number of parameters. In image generation, where the model must preserve the features of the original but adapt to the user’s request, GSOFT and Double GSOFT performed better than popular approaches such as LoRA and BOFT, while requiring less memory and training time.

The authors also tested their approach on convolutional neural networks, which are most often used to analyze images and videos, such as in face recognition. They adapted GS matrices even for cases where the model needs to be highly resistant to noise and distortion.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Tatyana Golikova: The main events of the celebration of the 800th anniversary of the founding of the city of Yuryevets have begun

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova held a meeting of the organizing committee for the preparation and holding of the celebration in 2025 in accordance with the decree of President Vladimir Putin of the 800th anniversary of the founding of the city of Yuryevets in the Ivanovo region. The Governor of the Ivanovo region Stanislav Voskresensky, representatives of the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Construction, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Rosmolodezh, and Rossotrudnichestvo reported on the program of key events and readiness to celebrate the city’s anniversary.

“Yuryevets has many attractions that are important for the history of the Russian state and the history of the formation of small towns in Russia. Preparatory work for the celebration of the 800th anniversary of Yuryevets has been completed. The program of the main events of the celebration, which started on June 1 and will last until August 30 of this year, has been published. Some events related to restoration and major repairs will be completed in 2026-2027,” noted Tatyana Golikova.

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized that the plan to prepare for the celebration of the 800th anniversary of Yuryevets included 75 major events and projects financed from the federal and regional budgets. Among them are the repair of buildings, social infrastructure, street and road network, including repair of access roads, modernization of the city’s housing and utilities engineering system, improvement of urban spaces, restoration of cultural heritage sites, educational and cultural events.

To date, major repairs have been completed at the Yuryevets Secondary School and the Central District Hospital, and all six city kindergartens have been repaired. Gasification of Yuryevets, including its historical part, is underway. The Volga embankment has been completely landscaped. 11 streets in Yuryevets have been repaired, as well as regional roads approaching the city, and street lighting has been updated.

The Governor of Ivanovo Region Stanislav Voskresensky reported in detail on the program of key events for the celebration of the 800th anniversary of Yuryevets.

“There is attention to Yuryevets, people come and are interested. I hope that all this will be converted into sustainable development of a wonderful small town. We do not set a main date in the cultural program; significant events will be held all summer. I would like to draw special attention to and invite everyone to a classical music concert as part of the V International Classical Music Festival “Cantata”, which will be held on June 12, Russia Day, on the embankment, from where a beautiful view of the sights of Yuryevets and the endless Volga opens up,” said Governor Stanislav Voskresensky.

In addition, the governor noted that in accordance with the plan for preparing for the celebration of the 800th anniversary of Yuryevets, it is necessary to complete a major overhaul of the city’s heating networks, a major overhaul of the cultural center and the Vesnin Brothers Museum of Architects, and to implement a new concept for the museum’s exposition.

The program of key events to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the founding of the city of Yuryevets in the Ivanovo region included the inter-museum exhibition project “Ancient City on the Great River. For the 800th Anniversary of the Founding of Yuryevets”, exhibitions dedicated to the life and work of famous directors who lived in Yuryevets – Andrei Tarkovsky and Alexander Rowe, the forum “Small Towns. New Territories of Creative Industries”, an exhibition of Palekh icon painting and many other projects.

The Shchusev State Research Museum of Architecture in Moscow will host an exhibition entitled “The Vesnin Brothers Architects. The Beginning,” dedicated to the architectural path of the Vesnin brothers, who were born and began their work in Yuryevets.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: President Lai and President Hilda C. Heine of Marshall Islands hold bilateral talks and witness signing of agreements

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

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2025-06-03
President Lai welcomes President Hilda C. Heine of Republic of the Marshall Islands with military honors
President Lai Ching-te welcomed President Hilda C. Heine of the Republic of the Marshall Islands and her husband on the morning of June 3 with full military honors. In remarks, President Lai thanked President Heine and the people and government of the Marshall Islands for demonstrating such high regard for our nations’ diplomatic ties. The president said that over our 27 years of diplomatic relations, our cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, fisheries, education and training, and climate change has yielded many positive results. And moving ahead, he said, Taiwan will continue to deepen collaboration across all domains for mutual prosperity and growth. The welcome ceremony began at 10:30 a.m. in the plaza fronting the Presidential Office. President Lai and President Heine each delivered remarks after a 21-gun salute, the playing of the two countries’ national anthems, and a review of the military honor guard. A translation of President Lai’s remarks follows: On behalf of the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan), it is a great pleasure to welcome President Heine, First Gentleman Thomas Kijiner, Jr., and their delegation with full military honors as they make this state visit to Taiwan. When I traveled to the Marshall Islands on a state visit last December, I was received with great warmth and courtesy. I once again thank President Heine and the people and government of the Marshall Islands for demonstrating such high regard for our nations’ diplomatic ties. Taiwan and the Marshall Islands share Austronesian cultural traditions, and we are like-minded friends. Throughout our 27 years of diplomatic relations, we have always engaged with each other in a spirit of reciprocal trust and mutual assistance. Our cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, fisheries, education and training, and climate change has yielded many positive results. This is President Heine’s first state visit to Taiwan since taking office for a second time. We look forward to engaging our esteemed guests in in-depth discussions on issues of common concern. And moving ahead, Taiwan will continue to deepen collaboration with the Marshall Islands across all domains for mutual prosperity and growth. In closing, I thank President Heine, First Gentleman Kijiner, and their entire delegation for visiting Taiwan. I wish you all a pleasant and successful trip. A transcript of President Heine’s remarks follows: Your Excellency President Lai Ching-te, Vice President [Bi-khim] Hsiao, honorable members of the cabinet, ambassadors, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen: It is my pleasure to extend warm greetings of iokwe on behalf of the people and the government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. I wish to also convey my appreciation to Your Excellency President Lai, for the hospitality and very warm welcome – kommol tata. This visit marks my seventh official state visit to this beautiful country. It’s a testament to my strong commitment to further deepening ties between the Republic of the Marshall Islands and the Republic of China (Taiwan). During this visit, I look forward to engaging in meaningful discussions with Your Excellency President Lai to further strengthen the bilateral relationship between our two nations and our peoples. For over a quarter-century, Taiwan has been a strong ally and friend to the Marshall Islands. Our partnership has thrived across many sectors, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic development. Through Taiwan’s generous support and collaboration, we have made significant progress in improving the lives of our people, empowering our communities, and fostering sustainable growth. The Marshall Islands deeply values our partnership with Taiwan and appreciates Taiwan’s support over the years. Despite our small size and limited voice on the global stage, the Marshall Islands deeply cherishes our friendship with Taiwan, and to that end, I wish to reaffirm my government’s commitment to Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the United Nations system. Taiwan has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. In light of current constraints in global affairs, it is now more urgent than ever that the international community of nations recognize the fundamental rights of the 23 million Taiwanese people and recognize Taiwan’s aspiration to engage fully in global affairs. It is with this in mind that I wish to reiterate to Your Excellency President Lai, the Taiwanese people, and the world that under my government, Marshall Islands will continue to acknowledge Taiwan’s contribution on the global stage and urge like-minded countries to advocate for Taiwan’s meaningful engagement in the international arena. In closing, may I once again extend our sincere appreciation to Your Excellency President Lai, the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan), for your warm welcome. Also in attendance at the welcome ceremony were Charge d’Affaires a.i. Anjanette Davis-Anjel of the Embassy of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Ambassador Andrea Clare Bowman, and members of the foreign diplomatic corps in Taiwan.

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President Lai attends 2025 Europe Day Dinner
On the evening of May 29, President Lai Ching-te attended the 2025 Europe Day Dinner. In remarks, President Lai stated that Taiwan looks forward to further establishing institutionalized mechanisms with Europe for our trade and investment ties and hopes to take an innovative and diverse approach to sign an economic partnership agreement with the European Union, to provide a more transparent, stable, and predictable business environment for our enterprises. The president said that Taiwan will actively work alongside other democracies, including those in Europe, to jointly build resilient, promising non-red supply chains, and noted that Taiwan and Europe have endless potential for collaboration, whether it is in safeguarding freedom and democracy or advancing our economic and trade relationship. He expressed hope to further strengthen our partnership and work together toward global peace, stability, and prosperity. A transcript of President Lai’s remarks follows: Chairman [Henry] Chang (張瀚書), thank you for the invitation, and congratulations on your second term. I’m confident that under your leadership, the ECCT [European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan] will build even more bridges for cooperation between Taiwan and Europe. I would also like to thank EETO [European Economic and Trade Office] Head [Lutz] Güllner and all the European country representatives stationed in Taiwan. Your hard work over the years has helped deepen Taiwan-Europe relations and brought about such fruitful cooperation. Thank you. This year we celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration. In 1950, then-French Foreign Minister Robert Schuman proposed to create a European federation dedicated to preserving peace. The declaration symbolized a new flowering in the post-war era of democracy, unity, and cooperation. As we face the geopolitical challenges and drastic economic changes of today’s world, the Schuman Declaration still speaks to us profoundly. This year is also the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe. Moving forward, Taiwan will continue to advance cooperation with our democratic partners, and will join hands with Europe to build a partnership of even greater resilience and mutual trust. Europe is Taiwan’s third largest trading partner. It is also Taiwan’s largest source of foreign direct investment. Last year, bilateral trade between Taiwan and Europe totaled US$84.7 billion. This demonstrates our vibrant economic and trade ties and reflects the high levels of confidence our businesses have in each other’s markets and systems. We look forward to Taiwan and Europe further establishing institutionalized mechanisms for our trade and investment ties. And we hope to take an innovative and diverse approach to sign an economic partnership agreement with the EU, to provide a more transparent, stable, and predictable business environment for our enterprises. Today’s Taiwan has an internationally recognized democracy and a semiconductor industry vital to global security and prosperity. This enables us to play a key role in restructuring global democratic supply chains and the economic order. In particular, we see supply chains dominated by a new authoritarian bloc expanding their influence through non-market mechanisms, price subsidies, and monopolies on resources, as they seek global control of critical technologies and manufacturing capabilities. Their actions not only distort principles of market fairness, but also threaten the international community’s basic expectations for democracy, the rule of law, and corporate responsibility. In response, Taiwan will actively work alongside other democracies, including those in Europe, to jointly build resilient, promising non-red supply chains. We will also introduce an initiative on semiconductor supply chain partnerships for global democracies. This is more than a proposal for economic cooperation; it is an alliance of shared values and advanced technology. Security in the Taiwan Strait and regional peace and stability have always been issues of mutual interest for Taiwan and Europe. So here today, on behalf of all the people of Taiwan, I would like to thank the EU and European nations for continuing to take concrete actions in public support of peace and stability across the strait. Such actions are vital to regional security and prosperity. Taiwan will continue to bolster itself to achieve real peace through strength, and will work with democratic partners to safeguard freedom and democracy, thereby showing our determination for regional peace. At this critical time, Taiwan and Europe have endless potential for collaboration, whether it’s in safeguarding freedom and democracy or advancing our economic and trade relationship. I look forward to our joining hands at this strategic juncture to further strengthen our partnership and work together toward global peace, stability, and prosperity. Also in attendance at the event was British Office Taipei Representative Ruth Bradley-Jones.

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2025-05-28
President Lai meets US delegation led by Senator Tammy Duckworth
On the afternoon of May 28, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by United States Senator Tammy Duckworth. In remarks, President Lai thanked the US Congress and government for their longstanding and bipartisan support for Taiwan. The president stated that Taiwan will continue to strengthen cooperation with the US and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability. He pointed out that the Taiwan government has already proposed a roadmap for deepening Taiwan-US trade ties and will encourage mutual investment between Taiwanese and US businesses. He then expressed hope of deepening Taiwan-US ties and creating more niches for both sides. A translation of President Lai’s remarks follows: I warmly welcome this delegation led by Senator Duckworth, a dear friend of Taiwan. Senator Duckworth previously visited in May last year to convey congratulations after the inauguration of myself and Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao. Your bipartisan delegation was the first group from the US Senate that I met with as president. Today, you are visiting just after the first anniversary of my taking office, demonstrating the staunch support of the US and our deep friendship. On behalf of the people of Taiwan, I extend my sincere appreciation and greetings. And I invite you to come back and visit next year, the year after that, and every year. Taiwan and the US share the values of democracy and the rule of law and believe in free and open markets. Both sides embrace a common goal of peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. I thank the US Congress and government for their longstanding, bipartisan, and steadfast support for Taiwan. In 2021, to help Taiwan overcome the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Senator Duckworth made a special trip here to announce that the US government would be donating vaccines to Taiwan. In recent years, Senator Duckworth has also promoted the TAIWAN Security Act, STAND with Taiwan Act, and Taiwan and America Space Assistance Act in the US Congress, all of which have further deepened Taiwan-US cooperation and steadily advanced our ties. For this, I express my deepest appreciation. I want to emphasize that the people of Taiwan have an unyielding determination to protect their homeland and free and democratic way of life. Over the past year, the government and private sector have been working together to enhance Taiwan’s whole-of-society defense resilience. The government is committed to reforming national defense, and it has proposed prioritizing special budget allocations to ensure that our defense budget exceeds three percent of GDP. This will continue to bolster Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities. Moving forward, Taiwan will continue to strengthen cooperation with the US. In addition to jointly safeguarding regional peace and stability, we also aspire to deepen bilateral trade and economic ties. At the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, DC, earlier this month, Taiwan’s delegation was once again the biggest delegation attending the event – proof positive of our close economic and trade cooperation. We have already proposed a roadmap for deepening Taiwan-US trade ties. We will narrow the trade imbalance through the procurement of energy and agricultural and other industrial products from the US. We will encourage mutual investment between Taiwanese and US businesses to stimulate industrial development on both sides, especially in such industries as national defense and shipbuilding. We therefore look forward to Congress passing the US-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act as soon as possible, as this would deepen Taiwan-US trade ties and create more niches for business. In closing, I once again thank Senator Duckworth for making the trip to Taiwan. Let us continue to work together to elevate Taiwan-US ties. I wish you a pleasant and successful visit. Senator Duckworth then delivered remarks, saying that she is happy to be back in Taiwan and that she wanted to make sure to come back just after President Lai’s one-year anniversary of taking office to show the dedication and the outstanding friendship that we have. She noted that because no matter who is in the White House, no matter which political party is in power in Washington, DC, she has always believed that if America wants to remain a leader on the global stage, it has to show up for friends like Taiwan. Senator Duckworth mentioned that in the years that she has been coming to Taiwan since pre-COVID times, she has seen a remarkable increase in participation in its defense and the support of the Taiwanese people for defending the homeland. She then thanked Taiwan for making the commitment to its self-defense, and also for being a partner with other nations around the world. The STAND with Taiwan Act, the senator noted, is so named because the US wants to stand side by side with Taiwan. Pointing out that Taiwan is an important leader in the Indo-Pacific and on the global stage, she reiterated that there is support on both sides of the aisle in Washington for Taiwanese democracy, and added that the people of Taiwan are showing that they are willing to shore up their own readiness. Senator Duckworth said that whether it is delivering vaccines to Taiwan or making sure that the US National Guard works with Taiwan’s reserve forces or even with its civilian emergency response teams, these are all important components to the ongoing partnership between our nations. Senator Duckworth indicated that there are many great opportunities moving forward beyond our military cooperation with one another. Whether it is in chip manufacturing, agricultural investments, shipbuilding, or in the healthcare field, those investments in both nations will facilitate stability and development in both our nations. She said that is why she wants to continue the Taiwan-US relationship, underlining that they are in it for the long haul. The delegation was accompanied to the Presidential Office by American Institute in Taiwan Taipei Office Director Raymond Greene.

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2025-05-27
President Lai meets delegation led by US House Natural Resources Committee Chair Bruce Westerman
On the afternoon of May 27, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Chair of the Natural Resources Committee of the United States House of Representatives Bruce Westerman. In remarks, President Lai stated that Taiwan and the US enjoy close industrial exchanges and continue to explore new opportunities for investment and collaboration. The president said that Taiwan will continue to increase purchases from and together build non-red supply chains with the US, expressing hope that economic and trade relations grow even closer and that both work together to jointly safeguard peace and stability throughout the region. A translation of President Lai’s remarks follows: I am delighted to meet and exchange views with members of the US House Committee on Natural Resources today. Chair Westerman, the leader of this delegation, is an old friend of Taiwan. On behalf of the people of Taiwan, I extend a very warm welcome to the delegation. I also want to thank you all for your long-term close attention to Taiwan-related affairs and your strong support for Taiwan. Taiwan and the US enjoy close ties and share ideals and values. There is an excellent foundation for cooperation between us, particularly in such areas as energy, the economy and trade, agriculture and fisheries, environmental protection, and sustainable development. In recent years, Taiwan-US ties have grown closer and closer. The US has become Taiwan’s largest destination for overseas investment, accounting for over 40 percent of Taiwan’s outbound investment. Taiwan is also the seventh largest trading partner of the US and its seventh largest export market for agricultural products. The SelectUSA Investment Summit held in Washington, DC earlier this month was the largest in its history. Taiwan’s delegation, representing 138 enterprises, was once again the biggest delegation attending the event. This shows that Taiwan and the US enjoy close industrial exchanges and continue to explore new opportunities for investment and collaboration. Looking ahead, with the global landscape changing rapidly, Taiwan will continue to increase purchases from the US, including energy resources such as natural gas and petroleum, as well as agricultural products, industrial products, and even military procurement. This will not only help balance our bilateral trade, but also strengthen development for Taiwan in energy autonomy, resilience, the economy, and trade. Taiwan and the US are also well-matched in such areas as high tech and manufacturing. As the US pursues reindustrialization and aims to become a global hub for AI, Taiwan is willing to take part and play an even more important role. We will strengthen Taiwan-US industrial cooperation and together build non-red supply chains. In addition to bringing our economic and trade relations even closer, this will also allow Taiwanese industries to remain rooted in Taiwan while expanding their global presence, helping bolster the US, and marketing worldwide. As for military exchanges, we are grateful to the US government for continuing its military sales to Taiwan and backing our efforts to upgrade our self-defense capabilities. Taiwan will continue to work with the US to jointly safeguard peace and stability throughout the region. In closing, I thank our guests once again for making the long journey here, not only offering warm friendship, but also demonstrating the staunch bipartisan support for Taiwan in the US Congress. Chair Westerman then delivered remarks, saying that it is an honor for him and his colleagues to be in Taiwan to talk about the strong relationship between the US and Taiwan and how that relationship can continue to grow in the future. The chair pointed out that natural resources are foundational to any kind of economic development, whether it is energy, which is key to manufacturing, or whether it is mining, which provides rare earth elements and all the minerals and metals needed for manufacturing. He said that as for natural resources including fish, wildlife, or timber, all are foundational to any society, but this is especially so for agriculture, noting that the US produces a lot of food and fodder and is always looking for more friends to share that with. Chair Westerman indicated that they are excited about opportunities to work with Taiwan, adding that Taiwan’s investments in the US have been greatly appreciated. He said they also are excited about the talks with the Trump administration and the future going forward on how we can have a stronger trade relationship, a stronger bilateral relationship, and how we can work with each other to help both economies grow and prosper. Chair Westerman concluded his remarks by expressing thanks for the opportunity to visit, saying that they treasure Taiwan’s friendship and our long-term relationship, and are very excited to be able to discuss in more detail how our two countries can work together. The delegation also included US House Natural Resources Committee Representatives Sarah Elfreth, Harriet Hageman, Celeste Maloy, and Nick Begich. The delegation was accompanied to the Presidential Office by American Institute in Taiwan Taipei Office Director Raymond Greene.

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2025-05-27
President Lai meets and hosts luncheon for delegation led by Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero of Guam
On the morning of May 27, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Governor Lourdes A. Leon Guerrero of Guam and her husband, and hosted a luncheon for the delegation at noon. In remarks, President Lai noted that this is the governor’s first trip to Taiwan, fully demonstrating the Guam government’s support and high regard for Taiwan. The president said that Guam, being the closest United States territory to Taiwan, is an important bridge for collaboration between Taiwan and the US. He stated that aside from promoting tourism, we can also explore even more opportunities for collaboration in other areas to further advance industrial development for both sides. He said that, as we begin a new chapter, we look forward to working together to generate even more momentum in bilateral cooperation and exchanges. A translation of President Lai’s remarks follows: On behalf of the people of Taiwan, I extend a warm welcome to Governor Leon Guerrero and her delegation. Last year, I transited through Guam en route for visits to Taiwan’s diplomatic allies in the Pacific. The enthusiastic reception I received from the government, legislature, people, and members of our overseas community in Guam was very touching and left me with a deep impression. During the morning tea reception hosted by Governor Leon Guerrero, we joined in singing our respective national anthems, as well as the Fanohge CHamoru. I also received at the Guam Legislature a copy of a Taiwan-friendly resolution it passed on behalf of the people of Taiwan. And I still remember to this day the striking scenery of the governor’s house and the warm reception I received there. It is therefore a great pleasure to meet with all of you today here at the Presidential Office. This is Governor Leon Guerrero’s first trip to Taiwan. Your visit fully demonstrates the Guam government’s support and high regard for Taiwan. As we begin a new chapter, we look forward to working with you to generate even more momentum in bilateral cooperation and exchanges. Taiwan and Guam are like family. We share the Austronesian spirit and culture. Our wide-ranging and mutually-beneficial collaboration is very fruitful. And now, we are facing the challenges of climate change, public health and medicine, and regional security together. The world is rapidly changing and tensions in the Indo-Pacific continue to rise. But if we combine our strengths, come together as one, and enhance cooperation, we can maintain regional peace, stability, and prosperity. Last Tuesday, I delivered an address on my first anniversary of taking office. I mentioned that for many years, Taiwan, the US, and our democratic partners have actively engaged in exchange and cooperation. Taking a market-oriented approach, we will promote an economic path of staying firmly rooted in Taiwan and expanding the global presence of our enterprises while strengthening ties with the US. Guam is the closest US territory to Taiwan. It is an important bridge for collaboration between Taiwan and the US. Last month, we were pleased to see United Airlines officially launch direct flights between Taipei and Guam. I believe this will benefit tourism and economic and trade exchanges for both sides. In the area of health care, many hospitals in Taiwan already offer referral services to patients from Guam. Both Governor Leon Guerrero and I have backgrounds in medicine. It is my hope that Taiwan and Guam can continue to work hand in hand to create even more positive outcomes from cooperation in public health and medical services. During the governor’s visit, aside from promoting tourism, we can also explore even more opportunities for collaboration in other areas. There is potential for more exchanges in aquaculture, food processing, hydroculture, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and recycling. This will further advance industrial development in Taiwan and Guam. In closing, I thank Governor Leon Guerrero and all our distinguished guests for backing Taiwan. I wish you all a smooth and successful visit. Governor Leon Guerrero then delivered remarks, saying that she is very happy to come to Taiwan. She said that after learning during President Lai’s visit to Guam last year that he is a medical doctor, she felt more relaxed because healthcare colleagues are one in their endeavor to help enhance the health and well-being of people. She then expressed her heartfelt appreciation for the invitation to Taiwan. Governor Leon Guerrero said that as they learn more about opportunities for collaboration with Taiwan, they are humbled by the hospitality they have experienced. In both of our islands, she said, hospitality is more than just a custom – it forms a part of our identities. She noted that despite being nearly 2,000 miles apart, we are connected by the Pacific Ocean and common roots, and our ancestors both value family, community, and tradition. That is why being here today, she said, she feels a strong sense of familiarity, like reconnecting with old friends. The governor remarked that Taiwan has evolved so quickly in all areas of essential life, sustenance, economy, and prosperity, adding that Taiwan’s resources in such areas as health, education, data, AI, advanced technology, aquaculture, agriculture, and commerce enhance our economic stability. She stated her belief that in collaboration and support, and working with each other, we can gain prosperity, maintain freedom and democracy, and live in peace. Governor Leon Guerrero stated that their delegation is here to see how they can partner with Taiwan to help raise the quality of life for both our peoples, mentioning that one special concern of theirs is tourism. Tourism, she said, is the most influential engine and driver for the economy and quality of life in Guam, but they cannot have a vibrant economy and tourism without air connectivity. She added that they are prepared to help in any way to provide incentives and low-cost fees so that they can get more airlines from Taiwan to establish permanent flight schedules to Guam, so as to drive development in Guam’s tourism industry. Governor Leon Guerrero then proceeded to introduce each of the members of her delegation before remarking that while they have been very busy on this visit they are always reminded of the freedom and democracy that the people must protect. She said she looks forward to a great, strong relationship between Taiwan and Guam in cooperation on social and economic issues, in culture, marketing, tourism, and freedom and democracy. Among those in attendance were First Gentleman Jeffrey A. Cook, Chief of Staff Jon Junior Calvo, Director of the Department of Administration Edward Birn, General Manager of the Guam Visitors Bureau Regine Biscoe Lee, Deputy Executive Manager of the Guam International Airport Authority Artemio “Ricky” Hernandez, Board of Directors Chairman of the Guam International Airport Authority Brian J. Bamba, Deputy General Manager of the Guam Economic Development Authority Carlos Bordallo, Director of Landscape Management Systems Guam Bob Salas, Chairperson of the Guam Chamber of Commerce Tae Oh, President of the University of Guam Anita Borja Enriquez, and Director of the Guam Taiwan Office Felix Yen (嚴樹芬). After the meeting, President Lai, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, hosted a luncheon for Governor Leon Guerrero, her husband, and the delegation.

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2025-05-20
President Lai interviewed by Nippon Television and Yomiuri TV
In a recent interview on Nippon Television’s news zero program, President Lai Ching-te responded to questions from host Mr. Sakurai Sho and Yomiuri TV Shanghai Bureau Chief Watanabe Masayo on topics including reflections on his first year in office, cross-strait relations, China’s military threats, Taiwan-United States relations, and Taiwan-Japan relations. The interview was broadcast on the evening of May 19. During the interview, President Lai stated that China intends to change the world’s rules-based international order, and that if Taiwan were invaded, global supply chains would be disrupted. Therefore, he said, Taiwan will strengthen its national defense, prevent war by preparing for war, and achieve the goal of peace. The president also noted that Taiwan’s purpose for developing drones is based on national security and industrial needs, and that Taiwan hopes to collaborate with Japan. He then reiterated that China’s threats are an international problem, and expressed hope to work together with the US, Japan, and others in the global democratic community to prevent China from starting a war. Following is the text of the questions and the president’s responses: Q: How do you feel as you are about to round out your first year in office? President Lai: When I was young, I was determined to practice medicine and save lives. When I left medicine to go into politics, I was determined to transform Taiwan. And when I was sworn in as president on May 20 last year, I was determined to strengthen the nation. Time flies, and it has already been a year. Although the process has been very challenging, I am deeply honored to be a part of it. I am also profoundly grateful to our citizens for allowing me the opportunity to give back to our country. The future will certainly be full of more challenges, but I will do everything I can to unite the people and continue strengthening the nation. That is how I am feeling now. Q: We are now coming up on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, and over this period, we have often heard that conflict between Taiwan and the mainland is imminent. Do you personally believe that a cross-strait conflict could happen? President Lai: The international community is very much aware that China intends to replace the US and change the world’s rules-based international order, and annexing Taiwan is just the first step. So, as China’s military power grows stronger, some members of the international community are naturally on edge about whether a cross-strait conflict will break out. The international community must certainly do everything in its power to avoid a conflict in the Taiwan Strait; there is too great a cost. Besides causing direct disasters to both Taiwan and China, the impact on the global economy would be even greater, with estimated losses of US$10 trillion from war alone – that is roughly 10 percent of the global GDP. Additionally, 20 percent of global shipping passes through the Taiwan Strait and surrounding waters, so if a conflict breaks out in the strait, other countries including Japan and Korea would suffer a grave impact. For Japan and Korea, a quarter of external transit passes through the Taiwan Strait and surrounding waters, and a third of the various energy resources and minerals shipped back from other countries pass through said areas. If Taiwan were invaded, global supply chains would be disrupted, and therefore conflict in the Taiwan Strait must be avoided. Such a conflict is indeed avoidable. I am very thankful to Prime Minister of Japan Ishiba Shigeru and former Prime Ministers Abe Shinzo, Suga Yoshihide, and Kishida Fumio, as well as US President Donald Trump and former President Joe Biden, and the other G7 leaders, for continuing to emphasize at international venues that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are essential components for global security and prosperity. When everyone in the global democratic community works together, stacking up enough strength to make China’s objectives unattainable or to make the cost of invading Taiwan too high for it to bear, a conflict in the strait can naturally be avoided. Q: As you said, President Lai, maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait is also very important for other countries. How can war be avoided? What sort of countermeasures is Taiwan prepared to take to prevent war? President Lai: As Mr. Sakurai mentioned earlier, we are coming up on the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. There are many lessons we can take from that war. First is that peace is priceless, and war has no winners. From the tragedies of WWII, there are lessons that humanity should learn. We must pursue peace, and not start wars blindly, as that would be a major disaster for humanity. In other words, we must be determined to safeguard peace. The second lesson is that we cannot be complacent toward authoritarian powers. If you give them an inch, they will take a mile. They will keep growing, and eventually, not only will peace be unattainable, but war will be inevitable. The third lesson is why WWII ended: It ended because different groups joined together in solidarity. Taiwan, Japan, and the Indo-Pacific region are all directly subjected to China’s threats, so we hope to be able to join together in cooperation. This is why we proposed the Four Pillars of Peace action plan. First, we will strengthen our national defense. Second, we will strengthen economic resilience. Third is standing shoulder to shoulder with the democratic community to demonstrate the strength of deterrence. Fourth is that as long as China treats Taiwan with parity and dignity, Taiwan is willing to conduct exchanges and cooperate with China, and seek peace and mutual prosperity. These four pillars can help us avoid war and achieve peace. That is to say, Taiwan hopes to achieve peace through strength, prevent war by preparing for war, keeping war from happening and pursuing the goal of peace. Q: Regarding drones, everyone knows that recently, Taiwan has been actively researching, developing, and introducing drones. Why do you need to actively research, develop, and introduce new drones at this time? President Lai: This is for two purposes. The first is to meet national security needs. The second is to meet industrial development needs. Because Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines are all part of the first island chain, and we are all democratic nations, we cannot be like an authoritarian country like China, which has an unlimited national defense budget. In this kind of situation, island nations such as Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines should leverage their own technologies to develop national defense methods that are asymmetric and utilize unmanned vehicles. In particular, from the Russo-Ukrainian War, we see that Ukraine has successfully utilized unmanned vehicles to protect itself and prevent Russia from unlimited invasion. In other words, the Russo-Ukrainian War has already proven the importance of drones. Therefore, the first purpose of developing drones is based on national security needs. Second, the world has already entered the era of smart technology. Whether generative, agentic, or physical, AI will continue to develop. In the future, cars and ships will also evolve into unmanned vehicles and unmanned boats, and there will be unmanned factories. Drones will even be able to assist with postal deliveries, or services like Uber, Uber Eats, and foodpanda, or agricultural irrigation and pesticide spraying. Therefore, in the future era of comprehensive smart technology, developing unmanned vehicles is a necessity. Taiwan, based on industrial needs, is actively planning the development of drones and unmanned vehicles. I would like to take this opportunity to express Taiwan’s hope to collaborate with Japan in the unmanned vehicle industry. Just as we do in the semiconductor industry, where Japan has raw materials, equipment, and technology, and Taiwan has wafer manufacturing, our two countries can cooperate. Japan is a technological power, and Taiwan also has significant technological strengths. If Taiwan and Japan work together, we will not only be able to safeguard peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and security in the Indo-Pacific region, but it will also be very helpful for the industrial development of both countries. Q: The drones you just described probably include examples from the Russo-Ukrainian War. Taiwan and China are separated by the Taiwan Strait. Do our drones need to have cross-sea flight capabilities? President Lai: Taiwan does not intend to counterattack the mainland, and does not intend to invade any country. Taiwan’s drones are meant to protect our own nation and territory. Q: Former President Biden previously stated that US forces would assist Taiwan’s defense in the event of an attack. President Trump, however, has yet to clearly state that the US would help defend Taiwan. Do you think that in such an event, the US would help defend Taiwan? Or is Taiwan now trying to persuade the US? President Lai: Former President Biden and President Trump have answered questions from reporters. Although their responses were different, strong cooperation with Taiwan under the Biden administration has continued under the Trump administration; there has been no change. During President Trump’s first term, cooperation with Taiwan was broader and deeper compared to former President Barack Obama’s terms. After former President Biden took office, cooperation with Taiwan increased compared to President Trump’s first term. Now, during President Trump’s second term, cooperation with Taiwan is even greater than under former President Biden. Taiwan-US cooperation continues to grow stronger, and has not changed just because President Trump and former President Biden gave different responses to reporters. Furthermore, the Trump administration publicly stated that in the future, the US will shift its strategic focus from Europe to the Indo-Pacific. The US secretary of defense even publicly stated that the primary mission of the US is to prevent China from invading Taiwan, maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific, and thus maintain world peace. There is a saying in Taiwan that goes, “Help comes most to those who help themselves.” Before asking friends and allies for assistance in facing threats from China, Taiwan must first be determined and prepared to defend itself. This is Taiwan’s principle, and we are working in this direction, making all the necessary preparations to safeguard the nation. Q: I would like to ask you a question about Taiwan-Japan relations. After the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, you made an appeal to give Japan a great deal of assistance and care. In particular, you visited Sendai to offer condolences. Later, you also expressed condolences and concern after the earthquakes in Aomori and Kumamoto. What are your expectations for future Taiwan-Japan exchanges and development? President Lai: I come from Tainan, and my constituency is in Tainan. Tainan has very deep ties with Japan, and of course, Taiwan also has deep ties with Japan. However, among Taiwan’s 22 counties and cities, Tainan has the deepest relationship with Japan. I sincerely hope that both of you and your teams will have an opportunity to visit Tainan. I will introduce Tainan’s scenery, including architecture from the era of Japanese rule, Tainan’s cuisine, and unique aspects of Tainan society, and you can also see lifestyles and culture from the Showa era. The Wushantou Reservoir in Tainan was completed by engineer Mr. Hatta Yoichi from Kanazawa, Japan and the team he led to Tainan after he graduated from then-Tokyo Imperial University. It has nearly a century of history and is still in use today. This reservoir, along with the 16,000-km-long Chianan Canal, transformed the 150,000-hectare Chianan Plain into Taiwan’s premier rice-growing area. It was that foundation in agriculture that enabled Taiwan to develop industry and the technology sector of today. The reservoir continues to supply water to Tainan Science Park. It is used by residents of Tainan, the agricultural sector, and industry, and even the technology sector in Xinshi Industrial Park, as well as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. Because of this, the people of Tainan are deeply grateful for Mr. Hatta and very friendly toward the people of Japan. A major earthquake, the largest in 50 years, struck Tainan on February 6, 2016, resulting in significant casualties. As mayor of Tainan at the time, I was extremely grateful to then-Prime Minister Abe, who sent five Japanese officials to the disaster site in Tainan the day after the earthquake. They were very thoughtful and asked what kind of assistance we needed from the Japanese government. They offered to provide help based on what we needed. I was deeply moved, as former Prime Minister Abe showed such care, going beyond the formality of just sending supplies that we may or may not have actually needed. Instead, the officials asked what we needed and then provided assistance based on those needs, which really moved me. Similarly, when the Great East Japan Earthquake of 2011 or the later Kumamoto earthquakes struck, the people of Tainan, under my leadership, naturally and dutifully expressed their support. Even earlier, when central Taiwan was hit by a major earthquake in 1999, Japan was the first country to deploy a rescue team to the disaster area. On February 6, 2018, after a major earthquake in Hualien, former Prime Minister Abe appeared in a video holding up a message of encouragement he had written in calligraphy saying “Remain strong, Taiwan.” All of Taiwan was deeply moved. Over the years, Taiwan and Japan have supported each other when earthquakes struck, and have forged bonds that are family-like, not just neighborly. This is truly valuable. In the future, I hope Taiwan and Japan can be like brothers, and that the peoples of Taiwan and Japan can treat one another like family. If Taiwan has a problem, then Japan has a problem; if Japan has a problem, then Taiwan has a problem. By caring for and helping each other, we can face various challenges and difficulties, and pursue a brighter future. Q: President Lai, you just used the phrase “If Taiwan has a problem, then Japan has a problem.” In the event that China attempts to invade Taiwan by force, what kind of response measures would you hope the US military and Japan’s Self-Defense Forces take? President Lai: As I just mentioned, annexing Taiwan is only China’s first step. Its ultimate objective is to change the rules-based international order. That being the case, China’s threats are an international problem. So, I would very much hope to work together with the US, Japan, and others in the global democratic community to prevent China from starting a war – prevention, after all, is more important than cure.

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June 4, 2025
Over 1.4 million pilgrims begin Hajj journey as Saudi Arabia implements unprecedented heat safety measures

Source: Government of India

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The annual Hajj pilgrimage officially commenced today with over 1.4 million international pilgrims joining hundreds of thousands of domestic participants in Mecca, as Saudi authorities unveiled the most extensive safety preparations in the pilgrimage’s modern history to combat potentially deadly extreme heat.

Pilgrims began streaming into the tent city of Mina early this morning to observe the Day of Tarwiyah, marking the formal start of one of the world’s largest religious gatherings. The sacred rites are expected to conclude around June 9, with the Day of Arafah anticipated tomorrow and Eid al-Adha celebrations beginning on June 6.

The Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia issued a statement congratulating the thousands of Indian pilgrims participating this year, emphasizing that consular teams are coordinating closely with Saudi authorities and have established administrative and medical teams in all Mina camps. Indian pilgrims can access support through the “Hajj Suvidha” mobile application and dedicated toll-free numbers.

Learning from last year’s tragic consequences when extreme temperatures contributed to over 1,300 deaths, Saudi authorities have deployed unprecedented resources for pilgrim safety. More than 400 high-powered cooling units have been installed at key ritual sites, while over 100,000 square meters of new shade structures have been erected in Mina and Arafat. Approximately 103,000 square meters of heat-reducing rubber flooring now cover pathways, designed to lower surface temperatures by 12 degrees Celsius.

The kingdom has mobilized its largest-ever medical contingent, with the Ministry of Health, announcing the deployment of 50,000 medical and administrative personnel. Over 700 hospital beds have been designated specifically for treating heat-related illnesses, supported by three field hospitals and 71 emergency response points. Healthcare capacity has increased by 60 percent compared to last year, with more than 98,000 medical services already delivered.

Saudi authorities have implemented strict enforcement measures against unregistered pilgrims, imposing fines up to 5,000 dollars and potential deportation for anyone performing Hajj without proper permits. This applies to both foreign visitors and Saudi citizens or residents. The policy aims to ensure all pilgrims have proper access to shelter, water, and medical services during what meteorologists warn could be another dangerously hot pilgrimage season with temperatures potentially reaching or exceeding 50 degrees Celsius.

Advanced technology plays a central role in this year’s safety strategy. Over 250,000 personnel from more than 40 government agencies have been deployed, supported by AI-powered crowd monitoring systems, facial recognition technology, and drones for surveillance and emergency response including fire suppression. The Saudi Arabian Civil Defense confirmed this marks the first time drones will be used during Hajj operations.

Infrastructure improvements extend beyond heat mitigation. Around Namira Mosque, authorities have installed 350 misting fans and 320 canopies, while over 2,400 cold water dispensers have been strategically placed along pedestrian routes. Pilgrims have been advised to avoid direct sun exposure during peak daylight hours.

This year’s pilgrimage features several procedural changes, with first-time pilgrims receiving priority through the digitalized “Nusuk” platform. Women are permitted to perform Hajj without a male guardian, reflecting ongoing social reforms in the kingdom.Mina, located five kilometers east of the Grand Mosque, serves as a crucial waypoint with its iconic landscape of over 100,000 fire-resistant white tents designed to accommodate more than 2.6 million pilgrims. The site represents a feat of modern logistics, featuring a complex network of roads, tunnels, and bridges facilitating movement between the three principal Hajj sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah.

June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Our approach to mental health and well-being: updates
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

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Our approach to mental health and well-being: updates

Matthew Purves, National Director of Ofsted Academy, on Ofsted’s renewed approach to mental health and well-being.
Introduction

Last year, we fully accepted the findings and recommendations of the coroner’s inquest into the death of headteacher Ruth Perry. HM Coroner made clear that we relied too heavily on custom, practice and inspectors’ professional experience to support the well-being of leaders during our inspections. We did not have explicit written guidance for inspectors to follow if they became aware of well-being concerns, so although our approach was well intended it lacked a clear process.

To address this, we’ve made changes to improve our practice. This article will explain those changes and discuss what else we plan to do.

Our vision for inspection

We want inspection to be a collaborative process in which we build positive relationships with leaders and staff. We want everyone to act with professionalism, courtesy, empathy and respect at all times, including when an inspection is challenging.

To help us achieve this, we’ve set 4 objectives. We want to make sure that:

we have clear written guidance on supporting leaders’ well-being during inspections

our inspectors can recognise signs of distress and mental health issues, and know how to respond

we have a clear policy on pausing an inspection if leaders show signs of distress

our inspectors are fully aware of this policy and follow it confidently to support leaders and minimise additional stress

Inspector training

At our autumn 2023 training conference for school inspectors, inspectors considered the theme of ‘doing good as you go’. They took part in a structured session looking at how best to make an inspection as positive as possible for those involved, while maintaining its integrity. This included building and developing positive relationships throughout the inspection.

In December 2023, school inspectors attended a briefing session on how to identify and respond to signs of stress. This briefing was then further developed and rolled out to all education inspectors in January 2024. These briefings let inspectors know that they should:

request the details of the person responsible for leaders’ well-being at the start of the inspection, so they can contact them for support if required

use the new national helpline to seek advice from senior colleagues if they have concerns about the well-being of leaders or staff

remind and encourage leaders to have someone accompany them at different points during the inspection

The briefings also clarified who provisional inspection outcomes can be shared with and our updated policy on pausing inspections.

We also updated our inspection handbooks to:

include explicit references to the well-being support provided by the Department for Education for headteachers

make clear that inspectors should routinely signpost this support in the pre-inspection call

reflect the points covered in the briefings

Working closely with Mental Health First Aid England

In January 2024, our Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, hosted a half-day training webinar for all inspectors with Mental Health First Aid England (MHFAE). This focused on mental health and our behaviours of professionalism, courtesy, empathy and respect. It was followed by a half-day in-depth online training session, led by MHFAE’s expert trainers. All inspectors were required to complete this training.

The training was further built on in structured discussion sessions, carried out by regional teams. This gave inspectors the opportunity to reflect on the training and share good practice in implementing it. We used feedback from these sessions to identify further learning needs.

Inspectors also engaged in sessions on applying the training at their remit conferences in early 2024.

We have since worked closely with MHFAE to develop a bespoke training package. Completing the package is mandatory for all new inspectors. Additional training on building positive relationships and how to recognise and respond to signs of stress and anxiety is now also built into inspector inductions.

This means that every new inspector joining Ofsted understands from day one the importance of mental health and working collaboratively, and knows how to identify signs of distress in leaders. Inspectors will re-do the training as a refresher every 2 years to ensure that it is current and remains at the forefront of their minds.

Further training and development

In spring 2024, we developed the refresher training mentioned above, which is for all inspectors. It covers how we meet our equalities duties during inspection, for example by providing reasonable adjustments for leaders, staff, children and learners, and parents and carers, where appropriate.

We have also provided support and training for inspectors on how to manage their own stress and anxiety. This is so that they can manage the intensity of our work and be better able to spot and manage anxiety in themselves and others.

Through summer 2024, we sought feedback from a number of education providers that had been inspected since January 2024. This was to find out what difference the training had made. The feedback showed that inspectors took great care in supporting the well-being of leaders and staff. We turned this feedback into a briefing for all inspectors, which was made available in February 2025.

We have also continued to promote mental health first aid training. We now have over 140 qualified mental health first aiders in our workforce, an increase of over 20% since December 2023. We have also trained 2 inspectors to mental health instructor level. This means we have more expertise and oversight in producing relevant training content.

Next steps

In autumn 2025, we will train all education inspectors to prepare them to inspect under our proposed new approach. This will include training on mental health and leaders’ and staff’s well-being. It will build on previous training but will update it to fit the improved inspection framework and methodology.

We know that what we have done so far is just the beginning. To make sure that this progress is not lost, we will integrate mental health topics into all relevant ongoing training. This will support our inspectors in carrying out their work with professionalism, courtesy, empathy and respect, while ensuring that children, young people and learners receive the very best education and care.

For more information on our inspector training materials, visit the Ofsted Academy page.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Helping people to avoid hospital admission
Source: City of Coventry

A pioneering service that is helping people in Coventry get back to independence after being in hospital is marking its first birthday.
Since going live in June 2024, three Local Integrated Teams (LITS) made up of health and care professionals from University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) and Coventry City Council have cared for over 6000 patients.

The single integrated team support the whole urgent and emergency care pathway.

The team is based in Newfield House, Opal Centre and Tile Hill Primary Care Centre – each covering different areas of the city.

Among the patients cared for by LITS is 88-year-old Joan Foster from Holbrooks. Joan spent eight weeks in hospital after a fall in her home and lying on the floor for 10 hours.

Following discharge, an Occupational Therapist (OT) and Physio from the North LIT provided support, including sourcing equipment, in Joan’s home. Within two months Joan’s care needs were reduced to a single carer once a day.

Joan said: “Without the support, I don’t know where I’d be. They gave me the confidence to realise I can do things. I can now get into bed on my own and get to the kitchen to make a cup of tea.”

Over the year, LITs have helped 840 people to avoid an unnecessary hospital admission, fewer people with an urgent care need a long stay in a care home and over 2000 patients with support for a short while in their home, or close to where they live.

Other achievements include:

86 per cent fewer patients requiring a long-term bed in a care home with successful reablement and promoting independence;

Supported over 1420 patients with therapy in or close to their homes.

Lead for One Coventry Integrated Team (OCIT), Jodie Storrow said: “LITs were trialled under the Improving Lives programme in 2024 after a diagnostic showed that older patients with an urgent health and care need were getting the wrong support. One year in, we are demonstrating that we’re receiving the right patients who are right for our service.”

She added: “What we’ve achieved in a year is truly astonishing. I would like to thank each and every member of the LITs for their compassion and dedication to working differently to deliver improved outcomes for the people of Coventry. Day in, day out, you are working as a single integrated team which is fundamentally changing the way we support people with an urgent need”.

Rae Bottrill, Service Manager in Adult Social Care said: “Health and Social Care colleagues working in an integrated way in the LITS to support people of Coventry is demonstrating fantastic outcomes for people.”

Cllr Linda Bigham, Cabinet Member for Adult Services, said: “In such a short time the new integrated teams are making a big difference. Joan’s experience is a great example of the work being done.

“Where people can be at or nearer to home, and out of hospital is crucial, and I’m delighted that the teams are helping reduce the numbers of patients needing a bed in a care home.”
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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: RAEX 2025: Polytechnic University ranks 8th among the top 100 universities in Russia

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

The RAEX-Analytics agency presented the results of the rating of the hundred best universities in Russia at the forum of universities “The Future of Higher Education”, where the speakers were the rector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy and the vice-rector for personnel policy Maria Vrublevskaya. Among the hundred best universities in the country, Polytechnic took 8th place.

The rating included 166 universities from 40 regions of Russia. The most widespread category of universities in RAEX-100 are technical universities. The best included 37 such educational organizations, while a year earlier there were 35. Universities of engineering and technical profile not only expanded their presence in the rating, but also showed the best dynamics among all categories of participants. 54% of technical universities grew in the rating compared to last year.

The high assessment of our university by the RAEX rating agency is not just an achievement, but a confirmation of our commitment to technological leadership and innovation in education. We actively cooperate with industry, introducing modern technologies and approaches into the educational process. This allows our students not only to gain theoretical knowledge, but also to develop practical skills necessary for a successful career in a rapidly changing world. We are confident that it is through partnership with industry that we will be able to prepare a new generation of specialists capable of solving complex problems and contributing to the development of the economy and society, – commented the rector of SPbPU Andrey Rudskoy.

The number of students in the RAEX-100 universities is growing. In 2025, the number of students exceeded 1.5 million people for the first time. In the 2024-2025 academic year, the total number of students at the Polytechnic increased from 29,622 to 30,870 people. The 2024 admissions campaign showed record numbers – more than 130,000 applications.

The rating agency also noted a change in the age structure of the teaching staff at universities included in the top 100. Thus, at SPbPU, the share of young specialists in the total number of scientific and pedagogical workers has increased by 5% over the past three years.

At Polytechnic University, we pay special attention to the development of human capital, because we are confident that it is people who have the enormous potential for comprehensive growth and strengthening the university’s competitiveness. We strive to create conditions that contribute to the development of talents, skills and knowledge of our students and teachers, which, in turn, allows us to adapt to the rapidly changing requirements of the industry and ensure high quality education, – noted Vice-Rector for HR Policy at SPbPU Maria Vrublevskaya.

When preparing the rating in 2025, statistical indicators were used in the questionnaire, as well as the results of online surveys of over 150,000 respondents: representatives of academic and scientific circles, students and graduates, employers. The rating functionality is determined based on the analysis of the following integral factors: conditions for obtaining a quality education (50%), the level of demand for graduates by employers (30%), the level of research activity (20%). In 2025, a new criterion appeared in the rating – “The number of graduates holding leadership positions in regional executive bodies.” It refers to the sub-rating for assessing the quality of graduates’ careers.

More details on the rating results can be found aton the RAEX website.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Performances based on classics and book presentations: what awaits guests at the Red Square book festival

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Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

The annual book festival will be held in Moscow from June 4 to 7 “Red Square”. This year it is dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War and the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland. The event traditionally takes place on Red Square at the beginning of summer and is timed to coincide with the birthday of Alexander Pushkin and the Day of the Russian Language.

“Moscow libraries under the Department of Culture have prepared more than 100 events for guests of the Red Square book festival. They will be able to attend walking lectures, an interactive performance and other events. In addition, they have prepared fresh new books from publishers,” said the Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the Moscow Department of Culture

Alexey Fursin.

Guests can expect theatrical performances, poetry readings, concerts, lectures and book presentations. In addition, everyone will be able to apply for a single library card.

This year, the program for the Small Stage and Library venues is being prepared by the Moscow Directorate for the Development of Cultural Centers (State Budgetary Cultural Institution of the City of Moscow Mosrazvitie), subordinate to the capital’s To the Department of Culture.

Performances and creative meetings

On the first day of the festival, June 4, at 12:00, actors from the youth theater “Chekhov’s Attic” will show a play based on Anton Chekhov’s stories “Two Jokes”. In honor of the 165th anniversary of the author’s birth, they will perform two plays based on humorous stories – “The Bear” and “The Proposal”.

At 13:00, the theatre studio “Theatre named after Menya” will show the stage production “Manifestation”, which tells about the invention of the camera and photographic film.

The performance based on Alexander Pushkin’s poem “Gypsies” will be shown by the youth project “Open Theater” at 14:00. The director and performer is Ekaterina Buyanova, winner of the festivals “Yursky’s Butterfly – 2024”, “Territory of the Future. Moscow 2030” in Zaryadye Park and “Red Square – 2024”.

At 15:00, the artists of the Satire Theatre, accompanied by an orchestra, will perform popular songs for the festival guests, including “Good evening, my city”, “In the city of happy people”, “Moscow windows” and “The best city on earth”.

A lecture dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the publication of Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel “The White Guard” will take place at 16:00. It will discuss the history of the creation of the work, as well as the events that formed the basis of the novel.

At 6:00 p.m., photographer, local historian and author of books about the capital Elena Krizhevskaya will hold a presentation entitled “Moscow Mansions, Their Owners and Architects in Stories and Photographs.” Visitors to the event will also be treated to a screening of the new book “Behind the Front Doors.”

The creative interactive meeting “A Neskuchny Gorod — Other Local History” will take place at 19:00. Guests will learn popular names of Russian streets, interesting facts about manhole covers and other attributes of cities. The meeting will be hosted by Helga Pataki — writer, director, local historian, tour guide, traveler and polar explorer, deputy director for development of the publishing house “Nastya and Nikita”.

Concerts, presentations, lectures and more

On June 5 at 10:00 a.m. the dance and poetry performance “Images. Dedication” of the creative project will begin

The artistic and literary program in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory will begin at 11:00. Actors of the “Modern” theater will show an excerpt from Olga Berggolts’s “Leningrad Speaks.” The theme of the program will be the words: “Nobody is forgotten and nothing is forgotten.”

At 13:00 you can attend a lecture-concert “Female archetypes in literature: Turgenev’s modern girl – who is she?” At the same time, Master of Philology, research fellow of the A.S. Pushkin Library Valentina Molotkova will give a lecture dedicated to the 165th anniversary of Anton Chekhov’s birth “I am forever a Muscovite”.

At 2:00 pm, poet, playwright, show host, member of the Union of Russian Writers Mikhail Slutsky will hold a presentation of the books “Hurry to Share Kindness!”. Editions for children of different ages will be presented, including “Merry ABC”, “Journey from One to Zero”, “Puzzled Tales”, “In Search of the Seven Hills”, “Flight of the Turtle” and “Antique – Ironic”.

The concert “Commanders and Muses”, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War, will begin at 16:00. The performance will feature soloists of the “Young Opera of Russia” project and Lyubov Kazarnovskaya.

At 17:00 there will be a lecture “Ivan Vasilyevich: Leonid Gaidai vs. Mikhail Bulgakov”. Listeners will learn about Bulgakov’s comedy and Leonid Gaidai’s film.

The creative meeting “Russian victories in Antarctica” will take place at 19:00. 205 years ago, the first Russian Antarctic expedition took place. On the sloops “Vostok” and “Mirny” under the leadership of Faddey Bellingshausen and Mikhail Lazarev, the sixth continent was discovered.

The Pushkin Coats of Arms, Bulgakov’s Moscow and Fantasy for Children

On June 6 at 11:00 the musical and drama theatre “Prince on the Lighthouse” will show the play “The Nose of Varvara Sidorova”.

At 13:00 the concert “Different People” will begin. The inclusive studio “Colorit” will perform vocal and dance numbers, including “The World is Not Simple”, “Districts-Quarters”, and “My Dear Muscovites”. At 13:00 there will be a lecture “Coats of Arms of the Noble Family of Pushkin-Gannibals”. Participants of the program will be introduced to the drawings of coats of arms made by the grandson of Alexander Pushkin – Nikolai.

Illustrator and children’s writer Maria Kolker will present a new fantasy book, The Last Refuge of the Fairies, at 2:00 p.m. The work is intended for children over six years old. At the same time, contemporary Russian authors will hold a round table on teenage literature, Prose for Teens: How to Find Your Book?

At 15:00, the head of the excursion bureau of the Museum of Moscow, Andrey Klyuev, will hold a lecture entitled “The Architecture of Moscow through the Eyes of Bulgakov.” The participants will discuss the architectural image of the capital in the 1920s and 1930s — the Palace of Soviets, train stations, embankments, and former apartment buildings.

Poetry, music and storytelling: the festival finale

On June 7 at 11:00 the creative salon “Zakruzhilas slivtva zolotaya” (Golden Leaves Spun) will start its work. The meeting will be dedicated to the 130th anniversary of Sergei Yesenin’s birth. The hosts will be directors of the Sofit theater studio Tatyana Argunova and Nikolai Zozulin. The speakers will talk about the author’s childhood in the Ryazan outback and his first poetic experiences.

At the same time, a creative meeting with Andrey Osipov, Honored Artist of the Russian Federation, will begin. The event is dedicated to his film “Koktebel Stones”. The author will talk about an important episode of the film – the defense of Koktebel and Voloshin’s house from the Nazi invaders during the Great Patriotic War.

The performance “The Little Prince” based on the fairy tale by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry will begin at 12:00. Young artists will play flutes, violins, guitar and sing arias.

At 20:00, the interactive storytelling performance “Notes of a Young Doctor” will begin. Theater and film actor Konstantin Kozhevnikov will tell the story of how the young doctor Mikhail Bulgakov fought for the lives of patients at the Nikolskaya Zemstvo Hospital in 1916-1917.

At the same time, there will be a lecture entitled “Boris Pasternak – Poet and Translator”. The event is dedicated to the 135th anniversary of the birth of the Russian writer. The speaker is Vitaly Poplavsky, director-teacher, art critic, translator, playwright, member of the Shakespeare Commission of the Russian Academy of Sciences.

The full program of events can be viewed atofficial websiteEntrance to Red Square during the festival is free.

Last year, more than 300,000 people visited the Red Square festival. Over 400 publishers from 58 regions of the country presented new fiction, children’s, educational and popular science literature. The event is aimed at achieving the indicators and results of the national project “Family” in the city of Moscow.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI United Nations: School meals take centre in Pakistan with multi-stakeholder consultation

Source: World Food Programme

ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN – The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) jointly convened a high-level, two-day national consultation in Islamabad to advance coordinated efforts to implement school meal programmes across provinces.

This consultation was attended by Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training along with representatives from various federal and provincial departments including education, health, planning and development & social protection. Representatives from development agencies, private sector, academia and non-governmental organisations also participated in the event, unified by a shared goal: to ensure every child in Pakistan has access to healthy, nutritious food at school.

“With 25 million children out of school and many enrolled students struggling to learn due to hunger and malnutrition, the reality demands urgent action,” said Mr. Mohammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan. “By alleviating poverty-related barriers to education, the provision of meals encourages parents to send their children to school, reducing dropout rates and promoting gender equality.”

The consultation concluded with a clear demonstration of political will from federal and provincial government representatives to expand school meals across Pakistan. The discussions were substantive and action-oriented, reflecting a growing national consensus that school meals are not standalone initiatives, but a strategic, multisectoral investment central to the country’s development agenda.

The Government of Balochistan committed significant multiyear budget to be confirmed shortly and presented a detailed action plan, including support for children with special needs. Punjab pledged to expand school meals to more districts, while Sindh reaffirmed plans to launch a new school meals programme. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa committed to strengthening its cash-based model and exploring a school meals programme. Gilgit-Baltistan and Pakistan Administered Kashmir are also working to expand, exploring innovative financing solutions.

Ms. Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, also addressed the consultation, affirming the government’s commitment to institutionalising school meals as part of the broader education agenda. “We must scale up programmes nationwide, learn from each other’s experiences and good practises to ensure that every child in Pakistan has access to a daily meal at school. This is not just a programme or a project, it is an investment in our children, our communities and our country’s prosperous future,” she added.

“Not only did this consultation reaffirm that school meals are a powerful, transformative tool to bring children to school, keep them there, and give them a fair chance to learn, grow, and succeed – it also helped secure concrete commitments from provincial and federal representatives for the next five years” said Coco Ushiyama, WFP Representative and Country Director in Pakistan.

Investing in school meals is especially critical in the context of Pakistan. School meals offer a powerful, multi-sectoral solution, improving children’s nutrition and health, increasing school attendance, enhancing learning outcomes and easing the financial burden on low-income families. These efforts align closely with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s declaration of an education emergency last year and the urgent national priority to bring every out-of-school child into the classroom.

This event builds on the first national consultation held in 2022, which followed Pakistan’s signing of the Global School Meals Coalition in 2021. It also serves as a key preparatory milestone ahead of the Global School Meals Summit in Brazil this September.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Capybara and first place in Russia: NSU graduates became the best in the All-Russian Cybersecurity Championship

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Novosibirsk State University – Novosibirsk State University –

T-Bank held the annual computer security competition T-Bank Capture the Flag* (T-CTF). Information security specialists, developers, SRE and QA engineers, analysts and other IT specialists could participate. The event was held online and offline in six Russian cities where T-Bank IT hubs are located.

Three teams from NSU were in the top 20 of the competition. The team “Big Hamster Weekend Point PAS” took 1st place, the team “tralalero tralala” took 3rd place, and the team “CYBERSQD” entered the top twenty.

The T-CTF competition has been running since 2023 and is based on web security, application and infrastructure security, cryptography, and general intelligence challenges.

— These are classic “task” (i.e., with tasks, not attack-defense) CTF competitions. Within the framework of such competitions, participants solve various tasks from the world of information security and receive points for them. In particular, they hack programs, websites, codes, do computer forensics and much more, — said Roman Lebedev, a graduate Faculty of Information Technology (FIT) NSU and senior lecturer of the Department of Computer Systems (KafKS) FIT NSU, member of the winning team.

The Big Hamster Weekend Dot PAS team also included Vladimir Sitnov, a graduate of the NSU FIT and assistant of the KAFKS FIT NSU, Roman Fedoseyev, a graduate Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics of NSUThe team has participated in these offline competitions every year, and this year was no exception.

— The impressions are excellent, these competitions delight us with the quality and spirit of the tasks year after year. Their authors are the SPbCTF community, which manages to offer tasks that usually have a simple and elegant solution, but at the same time it is difficult to find. In most other competitions there are fewer original ideas, and more monotonous work.

There was a strict limit on the number of participants for each team – 3 people, the competition was quite serious, nevertheless, the NSU representatives managed to show excellent results.

“We come to these competitions to spend time, like in the old days, and solve interesting problems. There was no goal to take prize places, it just happens,” Roman Lebedev shared his impressions.

The team “tralalero tralala”, which took 3rd place, included Ivan Baksheev and Dmitry Makogon, both second-year master’s students at the NSU Institute of Information Technologies, and Dmitry Baryshev, a second-year master’s student at ITMO, St. Petersburg. The team “CYBERSQD”, which entered the top 20, included Alexey Vishnevsky, a first-year student at the NSU Institute of Information Technologies, Danis Ivanchenko and Ivan Dudnik, first-year students at PSUTI and SSAU.

— We connected online from home, although it was possible to participate offline at the sites provided by the organizer. CTF is traditionally well organized thanks to the SpbCTF team. The tasks were quite complex, but interesting, ideological, and did not require monotonous work.

In T-CTF, the traditional mascot is a capybara. This year, the capybara theme was presented to the maximum: a separate city of Kapibarovsk was created, and the scenarios of all tasks were dedicated to capybaras. All teams that entered the top 20 were presented with a toy capybara. And cash prizes were provided for 1, 2, 3 places.

— I would like to note how well Novosibirsk has shown itself this year — the Siberians took 1st and 3rd place in the security league and 3rd place in the development league. Thus, the prize places were shared with Moscow 50 to 50, — Ivan Baksheev shared.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnic students are winners of the IT championship “Digital Era of Transport”

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

The student team of the Civil Engineering Institute, led by senior lecturer of the ICI Liliya Talipova, won the IT championship “Digital Era of Transport”. The awarding of the champions took place at the industry forum “Road Construction in Russia: Innovations, Technologies, Quality”.

The team was presented with diplomas and gift certificates by the head of the Federal Road Agency Roman Novikov and the director of the Digital Era of Transport Association Dmitry Olkhovikov.

Students are already proposing practical solutions – from optimizing traffic lights to monitoring the laying of asphalt concrete. This is proof that young people are already shaping the future, – noted Roman Novikov.

The event was held with the support and participation of the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services, the Federal Road Agency, the State Duma, the Federal State Institution Rosavtodor, the R.O.S.ASFALT Association, as well as specialized institutions and institutes. The organizer was the Digital Era of Transport Association.

Teams of students from eight regions of our country took part in the championship. The ISI Vysota team (Artem Yenikeev, Evangelina Morozova, Alexandra Solodova, Anna Ryabova, Igor Tokarev and Yaroslav Sosnovsky) confidently solved the case from FSUE ZashchitaInfo Trans “Configuring traffic lights in a small town”. The Polytechnicians developed a model for optimizing traffic light phases.

Working on the case solution became an excellent example of integrating mathematical modeling skills, programming and knowledge of the road industry to solve current problems of intelligent transport systems. It was the diversity of competencies in the team that allowed us to win. The championship demonstrated the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to solving modern transport problems, as well as the need to develop practice-oriented interaction between IT and the transport industry, – noted postgraduate student Evangelina Morozova.

The ISI Vysota team demonstrated their skills in mathematical modeling and programming during the case study. It should be noted that most of the team acquired programming skills while studying in the Digital Departments project programs, Liliya Talipova emphasized.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: LCQ4: Opening bus-only lanes to other public transport modes

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

Following is a question by the Hon Adrian Ho and a reply by the Acting Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mr Liu Chun-san, in the Legislative Council today (June 4):

Question:

In the reply to a question from a Member of this Council in 2018, the Government undertook to conduct a study and consult stakeholders on the proposal to convert bus-only lanes into “public transport-only lanes” with a view to allowing the shared use by other public transport modes. Meanwhile, according to information from the Transport Department, the number of bus trips along busy corridors in certain districts decreased cumulatively by 6 762 trips between 2014 and 2023. As such, there are views that this is an appropriate time to review the bus-only lane policy. However, the Government has indicated earlier on that it currently has no plans to open bus-only lanes for use by other vehicles. In this connection, will the Government inform this Council:

(1) whether it has compiled statistics for each year of the past five years on the changes in the number of bus-only lanes in Hong Kong, the average traffic volume and vehicle speed in these lanes during peak hours, as well as how these figures compare with those for other lanes on the same road sections; if so, of the details; if not, how the Government determines the number of bus-only lanes to be added or reduced in the absence of such data;

(2) of the findings of the Government’s study and consultation on the aforesaid proposal to convert bus-only lanes into “public transport-‍only lanes”, as well as whether there are specific reasons and actual data supporting the current decision of not to open up bus-only lanes; and

(3) with regard to the reduction in the number of bus trips along certain busy corridors in recent years, whether the authorities have reassessed the need for bus-only lanes on such corridors and studied the opening up of such lanes; if so, of the details; if not, the reasons for that?

Reply:

President,

Hong Kong citizens mainly commute by public transportation, which accounts for nearly 90 per cent of the total passenger trips each day. Franchised bus is a road-based public transport mode with the highest carrying capacity. The average daily patronage in 2024 exceeded 3.7 million, making up over 30 per cent of the total daily public transport ridership.

Bus-only lanes (BOLs) (see note) are traffic lanes designated for use only by “franchised bus” or “franchised and non-franchised bus” during the prescribed time. Other vehicles have to make use of other traffic lanes next to the BOLs or alternative routes. Under the policy of giving priority to public transportation, the Transport Department (TD) has implemented BOLs to accord priority to buses with high carrying capacity to use the roads, thereby reducing delays caused by traffic congestion and encouraging the public to use convenient public transportation for travel.

Our reply in response to the questions raised by the Hon Adrian Ho is set out below:

(1) In implementing bus priority measures, the TD will consider the actual road situation and traffic conditions, including the design of roads and junctions, the number of traffic lanes, the number of bus routes and bus service frequencies, the traffic volume of other types of vehicles, availability of alternative routes, the impact on the flow of other vehicles, etc and carefully assess the feasibility of such measures, in order to strike a proper balance and ensure smooth operation of the transport network. In addition, the TD will work out the appropriate effective period of bus priority measures based on the actual road conditions and consult relevant stakeholders and districts to ensure the measures are in the interest of the public.

As of May 2025, there were 115 BOLs in total across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. Over the past five years, the TD added 16 BOLs. According to the TD’s on-site observations as well as feedback from bus companies, BOLs can effectively minimise the impact of traffic congestion on bus services, enhance the stability and efficiency of bus frequencies and facilitate the travel of the public. The TD did not compile statistics on the daily average volume of bus traffic and vehicle speed in respect of each BOL compared with those for other lanes on the same road sections.

(2) The TD has examined the proposal of converting some BOLs into “public transport-only lanes” for the shared use by other modes of public transport such as taxis and public light buses (PLBs). In doing so, we need to consider the pros and cons. While the proposal can benefit passengers of PLBs and taxis, it will at the same time increase the number of vehicles sharing the same road space with buses, making BOLs busier and affecting bus passengers. Taking the BOL of Tuen Mun Road eastbound near Harrow International School Hong Kong to Sham Tseng Interchange as an example, about 510 buses pass through the BOL per hour during peak hours on weekdays carrying about 21 000 passengers, compared with the services of taxis and PLBs carrying about 1 100 passengers per hour during peak hours on weekdays at the same road section. On the premise of maintaining smooth operation of the BOL and balancing the needs of various road users, this section of BOL was not opened up. In light of changes in traffic flow and bus operation of Tuen Mun Road after the implementation of new toll plans at the Tai Lam Tunnel, the TD will review the arrangement of BOL of Tuen Mun Road in a timely manner under the public transport-oriented policy.

If the opening up of certain BOLs can improve the operational efficiency of other public transport modes, the TD will make better use of these BOLs through various means by taking into account relevant factors. For example, some green minibus (GMB) routes require access to specific BOLs to reach designated pick-up and drop-off points. After considering factors such as service frequencies, boarding/alighting points as well as bus traffic of the relevant BOLs, the TD will issue permits to the routes concerned for using the relevant BOLs. At present, a total of 56 GMB routes have been granted such permits.

(3) The TD is committed to reducing the number of buses plying on busy roads in Central, Causeway Bay and Yau Tsim Mong districts with a view to reducing roadside air pollution, traffic congestion, etc. As most of the BOLs are not located at these busy roads, there is no direct impact on the overall bus traffic of BOLs.

The TD has from time to time reviewed and improved BOLs and traffic facilities of the road sections in the vicinity. For example, the TD has reviewed the arrangement of the BOL from 200 Hennessy Road westbound to the section of Hennessy Road near Luard Road. After reviewing the traffic data, actual road situation and other factors as well as consulting relevant stakeholders and the district, the TD adjusted the effective period of the BOL of Hennessy Road westbound between Fleming Road and Luard Road from 7am – 9am to 5pm – 7pm, and shortened the BOL by 65 metres to balance the needs of other vehicles for loading and unloading.

In summary, the TD will continue to monitor the implementation of BOLs and road traffic, and review and enhance individual road sections in a timely manner.

Thank you, President.

Note: BOLs refer to bus lanes and designated bus gates.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI: Nokia to lead PROACTIF, a multimillion Europe robotics and unmanned technology project
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Press Release
Nokia to lead PROACTIF, a multimillion Europe robotics and unmanned technology project
- The venture is projected to generate around €90 million in revenue by 2035.
- The consortium brings together 42 leading European technology companies from 13 countries to redefine how emergency situations and critical infrastructure are managed.
4 June 2025
Espoo, Finland – Nokia has been selected to lead PROACTIF, a project funded by the European Union’s Chips Joint Undertaking. The project aims to strengthen Europe’s technology resilience and leadership in ECS technologies and support the autonomy of the European Drone and Robotics industry.

The consortium anticipates generating around €90 million in revenue, 50 products, and more than 15 new industry patents by 2035, enabling increased market share and leadership. The project’s additional impact includes dozens of new collaborations, hundreds of new jobs, and over €40 million of additional investments.

“Nokia’s extensive expertise has helped establish drone technology best practices and transform drones into daily helpers for public safety and mission-critical operations. We are honored to lead this project. It demonstrates Nokia’s commitment to fostering innovation and resilience across Europe. By collaborating with leading organizations, this initiative will address critical challenges in security and sustainability, delivering real-world benefits for society,” said Thomas Eder, Head of Embedded Wireless Solutions, Nokia.

The PROACTIF consortium brings together 42 partners and four affiliates from 13 countries with a focus on critical infrastructure surveillance and emergency management in Europe. Under Nokia’s leadership, the groundbreaking venture will redefine how emergency situations and critical infrastructure are managed in Europe. It will unite academic institutions, SMEs, and industry leaders to develop cutting-edge, cost-efficient, eco-efficient, safe, and cybersecure unmanned vehicle (UxV) systems to address European civil security needs.

The project will develop nine advanced technology building blocks and five state-of-the-art UxV platforms, emphasizing interoperability, autonomy and rapid deployment to meet Europe’s societal and market needs. The use of UxV technologies enables a more holistic understanding of an incident’s location and severity, as well as comprehensive situational awareness, through frequent and efficient sensor data gathering.

Multimedia, technical information and related news
Web Page: Nokia Drone Networks

About Nokia
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.

As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs.

Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

PROACTIF PARTNERS
PROACTIF brings together notable partners across Europe including : Acorde Technologies, S.A. (Spain), AITEK SPA (Italy), Ascento AG (Switzerland), Asya SIA (Latvia), Avular Innovations B.V. (Netherlands), Captain AI B.V. (Netherlands), CSEM Centre Suisse d’Electronique et de Microtechnique SA (Switzerland), Citymesh N.V. (Belgium), CISC Semiconductor GmbH (Austria), DEMCON Unmanned Systems BV (Netherlands), Dimetor GmbH (Austria), Fixposition AG (Switzerland), Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V (Germany), Gdansk University of Technology (Poland), Heimann Sensor GmbH (Germany), HUN-REN Számítástechnikai és Automatizálási Kutatóintézet (Hungary), InnoSenT GmbH (Germany), Innovation River S.R.L (IT), League Geophysics Services B.V. (Netherlands), Leonardo S.p.A. (Italy), Luna Geber Engineering SRL (Italy), NVIDIA (Israel), Nokia Solutions and Networks Oy (Finland), Research Studios Austria Forschungsgesellschaft mbH (Austria), Riga Technical University (Latvia), Saab Finland Oy (Finland), Safran Electronics & Defense / SED SPAIN S.L. (Spain), Sieć Badawcza Łukasiewicz – Instytut Mikroelektroniki i Fotoniki (Poland), Silicon Austria Labs GmbH (Austria), Skyability (Austria), SSH Communications Security Oyj (Finland), Stichting IMEC Nederland (Netherlands), Technische Universiteit Eindhoven (Netherlands), TST-Sistemas (Spain), Universidad de Granada (Spain), Universitá Degli Studi Di Perugia (Italy), Van Oord Ship Management B.V. (Netherlands), VIA electronic GmbH (Germany), ViNotion B.V. (Netherlands), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd. (Finland), Würth Elektronik (Germany) YellowScan (France).

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Economics: Adriana D Kugler: Opening remarks
Source: Bank for International Settlements

Thank you, Olesya, and thank you for the invitation to speak to you today. It is such a pleasure to contribute to this conference.

Our profession has increasingly recognized, especially after the Global Financial Crisis, that research in the interdisciplinary topics between macroeconomics and finance is indispensable both for monetary policy and for promoting financial stability. As a researcher myself, and having spent many years in academia, I place great value on the social contribution of research and its potential to improve policymaking.

I want to express my appreciation for your efforts in using macro-financial data and theoretical models to enlighten us on several critical issues. For instance, let me cite a few topics of the conference that shed light on important issues:
- The work on the transmission of monetary policy to both households and firms provides insights into how policy decisions ripple through the economy, a topic I recently addressed in a speech at the University of Minnesota. In this speech, I discussed my approach to monitoring monetary policy transmission and highlighted some of its key elements, such as the long and variable lags associated with policy effects.
- The exploration of the neutral rate of interest-that which neither slows nor stimulates economic activity-provides another angle to this important concept. This is a topic I have addressed in previous remarks, and I am especially interested in the potential factors that can affect the neutral rate.
- The work on how and why financial conditions faced by firms and households change with data releases and underlying macroeconomic conditions also enhances our grasp of the complex interplay between economic indicators and real-world financial experiences.
- The research on the functioning of the Treasury securities market and how it is affected by regulatory constraints sheds light on a crucial aspect of our financial system.
I commend you for pushing ahead with a research agenda that furthers our understanding of topics so relevant to our monetary policymaking.

In the spirit of stimulating your research appetite, I’d like to mention some topics that have captured my attention recently. These represent emerging challenges and opportunities in the field, and I believe they warrant further investigation.

First, recently, I have been paying attention to the possible interaction between the financial vulnerabilities of firms and their exposure to trade. As global economic tensions rise and supply chains evolve, understanding how a company’s financial health intersects with its international trade exposure becomes increasingly crucial. This research could provide valuable insights for both policymakers and business leaders navigating an uncertain global economic landscape.

Second, lately, I have been monitoring the financial stability implications of the potential lower desirability of U.S. financial assets in flight-to-safety events. Traditionally, U.S. assets have been seen as a safe haven during times of global economic uncertainty. One notable example of this was during the Global Financial Crisis. However, we recently saw instances in which the VIX went up, stock prices went down, long-term yields from U.S. Treasury securities went up, and the U.S. dollar depreciated against the currencies of advanced foreign economies (AFEs), with a notable role for the euro. Importantly, the historical relationships and the observed moves in the VIX and interest rates of AFEs would have been associated with a decrease in long-term yields from U.S. Treasury securities and an appreciation of the dollar. As the global economic landscape shifts, it is crucial to examine how possible changes in the role of U.S. financial assets as a safe haven might affect financial stability both domestically and internationally.

Lastly, I have been keenly interested, for some time now, in how stresses in the commercial real estate (CRE) sector could potentially spill over to the rest of the U.S. economy. The CRE sector continues to face challenges from low vacancy rates and valuation losses, especially in urban centers for the office sector. Another challenge is that some banks, insurers, and securitization vehicles continued to have concentrated exposures to CRE. As we have seen in past crises, such as the Global Financial Crisis, vulnerabilities in specific sectors can have far-reaching consequences for the financial system. Understanding potential vulnerabilities and potential domino effects are vital for maintaining overall economic stability and crafting preemptive policies.

These, I believe, represent some of the most pressing questions facing our field today. They offer rich opportunities for groundbreaking research that could significantly influence future policy decisions.

In conclusion, I want to reiterate my gratitude for the vital work you are all doing. Your research not only advances our understanding, but it also provides a solid foundation for informed policymaking. As we navigate the complex interplay of macroeconomics and finance in an ever-changing global landscape, the importance of your work cannot be overstated.

I encourage you to continue pushing the boundaries of our knowledge, to ask the difficult questions, and to pursue the answers with rigor and dedication. Your efforts today will shape the policies of tomorrow, influencing the economic well-being of millions.

Thank you for your attention, and I look forward to the insightful discussions and presentations that will unfold during this conference.
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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: “Walk and Help”: A New Free Tour Has Been Prepared for Muscovites and Tourists

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

A new excursion of the project “Walk and Help” to places connected with charity has become available for citizens and tourists. The route “From Donskaya to Bolshaya Ordynka” runs along streets where buildings of hospitals, schools, shelters and almshouses founded by patrons of the past have been preserved.

“Our tour is intended to pay tribute to the people who shaped the image of Moscow and society as a whole, who saved, treated and helped those who might not otherwise cope with life’s difficulties. The “Walk and Help” project is dedicated to them and their legacy,” said

Ekaterina Dragunova, Chairman of the Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy of Moscow.

The tour is free and accessible. on the website. The route can be walked or cycled with an audio guide. The initiative’s partner is the Velobike company. Using a promo code inside the tour, you can get a discount on bicycle rental.

The tour begins at the Donskoy Monastery, located at 1–3 Donskaya Square. The route then continues to the former Arnoldo-Tretyakov School for the Deaf, which today houses a children’s center. The route also includes the almshouse named after Alexei Ivanovich and Alexandra Kirillovna Kolesov, the former Alexander-Mariinsky School, which taught boys and girls of all classes, and the now-restored Martha and Mary Convent of Mercy, founded 115 years ago by Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna.

The walk ends in Lavrushinsky Lane (house 3/8) – at the shelter for widows and orphans of Russian artists named after P.M. Tretyakov. Each point on the route map is associated with important names of past figures who devoted a lot of time to charity and good deeds.

To listen to the tour, you need to turn on the audio guide on the websiteDuring the route, guests will be able to take more than 8.3 thousand steps or cover 6.7 kilometers by bike.

The new excursion route “From Donskaya to Bolshaya Ordynka” was created by the project team “City of the caring” with the participation of Museum of Entrepreneurs, Patrons and Philanthropists.

First excursion “Walk and help” invites you to take a walk around Kuznetskaya Sloboda. It gives you the opportunity to learn more about the history of the area and about charity in pre-revolutionary Moscow. Guests are told, for example, why Kuznetsky Most Street has such a name, where the first telephone exchange in the country was located, and also that the history of the Moscow trading house began with a romantic episode during the Napoleonic Wars.

The “Walk and Help” excursions have become part of the “Atlas of a Philanthropist” project, a series of podcasts about how charity is organized and how it began. third season, which premiered in early May, the main characters are the descendants of patrons of the past. You can listen to the podcast on the website or on the Yandex Music and VK Music platforms (Podcasts section).

You can learn more about charity and good deeds on the website and pages “Cities of the Caring” in social networks. The project was founded with the support of Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy of the City of Moscow.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Recycling and eco-doodle: what awaits guests of the eco-festival at the Southern River Station

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

On June 7, the already traditional eco-festival will take place at the Southern River Terminal, subordinate to the State Unitary Enterprise Mosgortrans.

“On June 7, the Southern River Terminal will host a busy program. This day will be dedicated to caring for nature and active recreation. On the instructions of Sergei Sobyanin, we continue to develop environmentally friendly solutions in urban transport and introduce them to the residents of the capital,” said Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry

Maxim Liksutov.

On the first floor of the Southern River Terminal, visitors will be able to take part in the process of recycling plastic and make themselves memorable souvenirs from the Sborka eco-center. There will be a museum of recycling and eco-friendly lifestyle and a game library with board games.

On the second floor, starting at 12:00, everyone will be able to see how useful resources are mined on the Moon, using the virtual reality simulator of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia for the city of Moscow. In addition, guests will be able to take part in creative master classes at the Moscow Transport Museum on ecodoodle And creation of an eco-primer. You must register for the classes. At 15:00, children will be offered to make a mosaic picture from recyclable materials: plastic caps, pieces of fabric, parts of packaging and everything that can be found in pockets. At the master class, children will learn to look at the reasonable use of materials from a creative angle.

At 12:30 in the conference hall, students from the National Research University Higher School of Economics will help make a collage from magazines in their master class. And at 14:00, an animation program with games, entertainment and gifts from the heroes of the animated series Turbosaurs will be held for young visitors.

During the day, the library will host an educational quiz with souvenirs and a collection of used batteries for everyone.

Throughout the day, visitors will be able to enjoy the recreation areas of the Velobike city rental service and the hypermarket chain. In addition, artists from the Music in the Metro project will perform here, and entertaining games such as Balansir and Shuffleboard will be held. Guests will be able to rent a bicycle. Representatives of the All-Russian public and state movement of children and youth, the Movement of the First, will remind about the rules for using personal mobility equipment, conduct interactive classes on road safety, and a master class on bicycle tourism.

You can bring your own potted plant sprouts to the event and exchange them with visitors. During the day, anyone can take a photo with special guests – Electric Bus and Turbosaurus.

Moscow is developing river transport. After the renovation, the Northern and Southern river terminals became key objects of the capital’s water transport. During the summer navigation, motor ships depart from their berths to dozens of cities and tourist centers of Russia.

In addition, the Northern and Southern river terminals have become popular places for Muscovites and tourists to relax. Creative workshops, sports training, lectures, and film screenings for children and adults are held here all year round. City holidays are celebrated at the terminals and large-scale festivals are held.

The capital has begun testing a new extra-large electric bus Telegram bot will help city residents join the waste separation program

GUP Mosgortrans takes an active part in maintaining the city’s ecology. The company is developing a network of environmentally friendly urban transport. Electric buses already carry passengers on 200 routes. Replacing even one bus with innovative electric transport reduces carbon dioxide emissions by more than 60 tons per year.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Guidance to develop your Investment Plan

Source: Tertiary Education Commission

On this page:

Resources for developing your Plan
Our role at the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is to make high-quality investment decisions that support the tertiary education system to deliver quality learning, and equip learners, employers, industry and communities for economic and social success.
We provide resources to help tertiary education providers develop their Investment Plans:

When creating your Plan, you should read Plan Guidance, the Investment Plan Gazette notice, and Supplementary Plan Guidance alongside each other.
This year we have published the Response Framework for Educational Delivery and Performance. It describes the TEC process for managing educational delivery and performance where it needs to improve.
You can also find templates for the strategic intent and learner success parts of your Plan, as well as our newly developed Disability Action Plan progress update template.

All these documents should inform your discussions with your Relationship Manager or our Customer Contact Group.
Please refer to Plan Guidance and Supplementary Plan Guidance, once available, for our investment information.
Plan Guidance 2026
Plan Guidance is an important document that provides information about what providers need to submit in their Investment Plan, how we will assess it, and our priorities for investment.
Plan Guidance for providers submitting Plans for funding from 1 January 2026 (PDF 8.5 MB)
Supplementary Plan Guidance
Supplementary Plan Guidance will provide you with further information to support you to develop your Investment Plan and any relevant Budget 2025 information. This will be available in June 2025.
Investment Round Timeline

Activity
Timing

TEC publishes notice in the New Zealand Gazette setting out requirements for Plan content, timetable, assessment and Plan summaries
Early March 2025

TEC releases Plan Guidance, and Plan engagement begins
Early March 2025

Government announces Budget 2025
May 2025

TEC provides indicative allocations
From 3 June 2025

TEC releases Plan-related templates
From 9 June 2025

TEC publishes Supplementary Plan Guidance to reflect any policy or Budget changes
June 2025

Providers submit proposed Plans
By 4 July 2025

TEC reviews proposed Plans and has further discussion with providers as needed
July–October 2025

Providers are notified of decisions in writing
From November 2025

First payment made against Plans: Plan delivery begins
January 2026

Gazette notice 2025 for investment in 2026
The Gazette notice is a legal instrument where the TEC sets criteria for the content of Investment Plans, Plan summaries, the submission process, the timetable, and how Plans will be assessed. These are published in the New Zealand Gazette and on our website.
2025 Investment Plan Gazette notice for investment in 2026 – TEC website
2025 Investment Plan Gazette notice for investment in 2026 – Gazette.govt.nz

Templates
Many of the templates you require for drafting and submitting your Plan (for example Mix of Provision (MoP) templates) are available in DXP Ngā Kete.
Please refer below for other relevant templates.
Strategic Intent template
Template for Strategic Intent section of Investment Plans for Investment in 2026 (DOCX 338 KB)
Tertiary education organisations (TEOs) can use this template to structure the strategic intent component of their Investment Plan (Plan). It sets out the requirements for proposed Plans and ensures we have all the information we require to make informed investment decisions.
Who needs it: All providers submitting a full Investment Plan must submit a Strategic Intent.
Submission deadline: By 4 July 2025
Learner Success Plan template
Template for Learner Success Plans for Investment from 2026 (DOCX 279 KB)
TEOs are encouraged to use the template, or to use the headings provided to guide their own document. To help you complete your Learner Success Plan we have provided the following guidance:
Guidance for TEOs submitting Learner Success Plans for funding from 2026 (PDF 383 KB)
This includes what you need to consider in each section of your submission.
Who needs it: TEOs must submit a Learner Success Plan if they:

receive $5 million or more in on-Plan funding in 2025
do not currently have a Learner Success Plan, and
are submitting a full Plan (including a Strategic Intent this year).

Submission deadline: By 4 July 2025.
Learner Success progress update template
Template for Learner Success Progress Update for Investment from 2026 (DOCX 279 KB)
TEOs are encouraged to use the template, or to use the headings provided to guide their own document. To help you complete your Learner Success progress update, we have provided the following guidance:
For guidance for TEOs submitting a progress update, see:
Guidance for TEOs submitting Learner Success Plans for funding from 2026 (PDF 383 KB)
This includes who needs to submit an update and what you need to consider in each section of your submission.
Who needs it: TEOs must submit Learner Success progress updates if they:

receive $5 million or more in on-Plan funding in 2025
have a current Learner Success Plan, and
are submitting a full Plan (including a Strategic Intent this year).

Submission deadline: By 4 July 2025.
Disability Action Plan progress update template
Template for Disability Action Plan progress update for Investment from 2026 (DOCX 277 KB)
TEOs are encouraged to use the template, or to use the headings provided to guide their own document. To help you complete your Disability Action Plan (DAP) progress update, we have provided the following guidance. This also supports TEOs developing a DAP for the first time:
Guidance for TEOs submitting Disability Actions Plans (DAP) or a progress update from 2026 (PDF 424 KB)
Who needs it: TEOs must submit a Disability Action Plan progress update if they:

receive $5 million or more in on-Plan funding in 2025
have a Disability Action Plan, and
are submitting a full Plan (including a Strategic Intent this year).

Submission deadline: By 4 July 2025.
New provider process
The process for providers wishing to apply for TEC Investment Plan (“on-Plan”) funding for the first time is outlined at Application to receive TEC funding.
You need to contact us before applying.
Who needs it: Any TEO that has not received on-Plan funding in the last 12 months.
Submission deadline: By 4 July 2025.

Additional funding information
For more information on 2025 in-year additional funding, see 2025 in-year additional funding requests.
Submitting your documents
All your Plan documents, including your Strategic Intent, Learner Success Plan, Disability Action Plan, MoPs and Educational Performance Indicator Commitments (EPICs) must be submitted through DXP Ngā Kete.
Please do not submit these documents by email, as this can result in delays.
Additional resources to support investment plans
Introduction to the TEC’s investment process
This process describes TEC’s investment process, as well as who’s responsible for each part of the process and what the different stakeholders in the system do. It is designed to support TEOs and other stakeholders to understand how the investment process works.Investment Framework for Learner (Delivery) Funds
The Investment Framework for Learner (Delivery) Funds describes the current way we make investment decisions, what goes into our decision-making, and examples of how this works in practice.
Response Framework for Education Delivery and Performance
This describes how we manage performance where it needs to improve. It describes the information we consider in making a response decision, what other factors affect these decisions, and what options and levers we use. It provides greater transparency about what to expect if your performance needs to improve.Learner Success Framework
This provides a blueprint for developing and implementing learner-centric operating models. It provides you with tools to understand your learners and address why and how your organisational model supports (or does not support) learner success.
Kia Ōrite Toolkit – achieving equity for disabled learners
The Kia Ōrite Toolkit provides current, New Zealand-specific guidance to help tertiary education organisations better support disabled learners.
Previous year resources

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI: CSC, SURF and Nokia Achieve 1.2 Tbit/s Data Transfer to prepare long haul network for new LUMI-AI supercomputer and AI Factories
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

Press Release
CSC, SURF and Nokia Achieve 1.2 Tbit/s Data Transfer to prepare long haul network for new LUMI-AI supercomputer and AI Factories
- Trial helps researchers prepare network for high performance computing (HPC) clusters and AI Factories handling massive datasets and high-intensity workloads.
- Results confirm that multi-domain, high-capacity data transfers across European research networks are both feasible and future-ready.
4 June 2025
Espoo, Finland – Nokia, CSC – IT Center for Science and SURF have successfully tested a high-capacity, quantum-safe fibre-optic connection exceeding 1.2 terabit per second (Tbit/s) between Amsterdam, the Netherlands and Kajaani, Finland with data traversing over 3500 kilometers. The trial, which was conducted in May 2025, demonstrated the potential of ultra-fast, cross-border connectivity for research.

Tests were carried out along several routes, including the longest which spanned 4,700 km through Norway at a capacity of 1Tbit/s. To put this in perspective, 1 Tbit/s is enough to stream 200,000 full HD movies (at 5 Mbit/s each) simultaneously.

These results are particularly promising as the research community prepares for supercomputers and AI Factories to come online – where reliable, scalable, and secure connections will be critical to supporting some of the world’s largest datasets and most demanding workloads.

The test used a combination of real research data and synthetic data, transferred directly from disk to disk – from SURF’s facility in Amsterdam to CSC’s data center in Kajaani, across five production research and education networks: SURF (the Netherlands), NORDUnet (Nordic backbone), Sunet (Sweden), SIKT (Norway) and Funet (CSC’s network in Finland).

The network solution was based on Nokia’s IP/MPLS routing and quantum-safe optical networking gear. Nokia’s IP technology successfully demonstrated Flexible Ethernet (FlexE) to accommodate “elephant flows”, or very large continuous flows of data, and its high-capacity optical transport technology showed the ability to handle massive data sets generated by HPCs over long distances.

With the exponential growth of research data, especially for training large-scale AI models, the need for resilient, high-throughput and secure connectivity is more critical than ever. This test confirms that multi-domain, high-capacity data transfers across European research networks are both feasible and future-ready. Testing an operational network connection over long distances provides unique insights into data transport and storage of large data volumes. The tests are crucial for improving the infrastructure for data-intensive research.

“We design research networks with future needs in mind. CSC’s data center in Kajaani already hosts the pan-European LUMI supercomputer and with the upcoming LUMI-AI supercomputer and AI Factory coming online, reliable and scalable data connections throughout Europe are essential. Even though the geographical distance is significant, it poses no obstacle to data traffic,” said Jani Myyry, Senior Network Specialist, CSC.

“As SURF we are ready to take the next step in aligning the European supercomputers. These efforts offer future perspectives to train GPT-nl on LUMI or for a researcher to compute on LUMI with very large datasets hosted at SURF, such as the KNMI (The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute) datasets. We are very grateful to our Nordic partners for their help setting up this trial connection. This is again an example of the continued good cooperation between NRENs to create the best possible international infrastructure for research and education,” said Arno Bakker, Senior Network Specialist, SURF.

“Groundbreaking trials like this highlight how advanced networks are foundational to unlocking the full potential of AI and high-performance computing. This successful collaboration with CSC and SURF is a testament to the innovation and leadership of the scientific community, and to what’s possible when we work together. As the network prepares for the next wave of supercomputers and AI Factories, we are proud to deliver the quantum-safe, high-capacity, and resilient IP/MPLS and optical infrastructure that makes these systems viable. We look forward to continuing our support for global research and education networks, helping them scale with confidence and drive the next generation of discovery and innovation,” said Mikhail Lenko, Customer Solutions Architect, Nokia.

Resources and additional information
Product Page: 7750 Service Router
Product Page: 1830 Photonic Service Switch (PSS)
Product Page: 1830 Photonic Service Interconnect – Modular (PSI-M)
Web Page: Quantum-safe networks

About Nokia
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.

As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs, which is celebrating 100 years of innovation.

With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

About CSC – IT Center for Science
CSC is a Finnish center of expertise in ICT that provides world-class services for research, education, culture, public administration and enterprises, to help them thrive and benefit society at large. csc.fi

About SURF
SURF is the ICT cooperative of Dutch education and research institutions. The members, the owners of SURF, join forces to develop or procure the best possible digital services, work together on complex innovation issues and develop and share knowledge with each other.
SURF actively collaborates with other European NRENs united in GÉANT and participates in global consortia like the Advanced North Atlantic (ANA) and Asia Pacific Europe Ring (AER).
NetherLight, SURF’s Global Exchange Point (GXP) dedicated to research and education data in Amsterdam connects similar GXPs and advanced high-capacity networks for scientific and educational collaboration. The NetherLight GXP plays a major and vital role in the federation of research and education networks worldwide, also known as the Global Research and Education Network (GREN). www.surf.nl

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Sanna Kostiainen
Phone: +358 40 0712072
Email: viestinta@csc.fi

SURF Spokesperson
Tom Hoven
Phone: +31 641 439 398
Email: tom.hoven@surf.nl

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Economics: Jerome H Powell: Opening remarks

Source: Bank for International Settlements

Thank you, Beth Anne.

I want to start by offering my condolences to the family and friends of former Vice Chair Stanley Fischer. Stan was a colleague of ours at the Fed, and a giant in the field of international economics. In addition to reaching the highest levels of the field in his own right, he was a trusted and generous mentor and teacher to a generation of the most important economic thinkers, including many heads of global central banks, advisers to presidents, and countless economists. We will miss him.

Congratulations to Division of International Finance (IF) on 75 years of outstanding work in service to the Federal Reserve Board and, by extension, to all Americans. Many current staff members are here to celebrate today, as well as a number of IF alumni, including past division directors Ted Truman, Karen Johnson, Nathan Sheets, and Steve Kamin. The division has produced many other notable alums, including Chair and Secretary Janet Yellen; professor, author, chess grandmaster, and our keynote speaker, Ken Rogoff; and humanitarian and economist Albert Hirschman, famous for the Herfindahl–Hirschman Index and more recently as a character in Netflix’s Transatlantic, to name just a few.

In my time at the Fed, the IF division has provided invaluable insight into global economic activity, international trade and capital flows, and developments in foreign financial markets. Division staff have also played a key role during episodes of global financial stress. And your research and analysis are critical inputs into our monetary policy decisions. Thank you to all that have served in this division over the past 75 years. Today I will kick off this conference by briefly reviewing why the division was created and highlighting a few of its many accomplishments over the years, before turning you over to a robust set of presentations and panels.

New Era for Global Economy

The IF division was created on July 1, 1950, but the idea began to germinate a few years earlier. The U.S. emerged from World War II as a global economic superpower. The Bretton Woods Agreement placed the U.S., and the Fed, in a central position in the global economy. Our mission then, as it is now, was to serve the American people. But it was clear at that moment that the Fed needed to have better knowledge of global developments to achieve our dual-mandate goals.

A 1948 memo proposing to create this division stated, “Problems of international economics and finance have become increasingly large, complex, and significant in recent years, and our foreign economic relations will undoubtedly continue to give rise to issues of the first magnitude.” That is the rare economic forecast that turned out to be spot on!

Seventy-five years later, it remains critical that the Fed understand the policies and practices of other governments and central banks, and their implications for the U.S. economy and financial markets. Exchange rate policy, of course, is now firmly in the hands of the U.S. Treasury. However, the end of the Bretton Woods era in the 1970s fundamentally changed the conduct of monetary policy, as policymakers had to understand the effects of potentially more volatile movements of the U.S. dollar on American families and businesses.

Understanding global trade and capital movements has only grown in importance since 1950, as we saw during the pandemic. The IF division helps produce the data on international capital flows, and has spent decades researching the effects of these flows and international trade on U.S. and foreign economies. Understanding this complex and interconnected web is essential for us to anticipate the path of employment and inflation.

Another important development in the 1970s was the increasing use of macroeconomic modeling, which greatly influenced the division’s work. Under the direction of former Division Director Ralph Bryant, IF developed its first multicountry model. Always on the forefront, over the years, economists in the division-many of whom are in this room today-developed increasingly sophisticated models, with each new generation expanding the capability to tackle the international risks and issues of the day. These models have proven useful for understanding how international shocks transmit through the economy and financial markets, for assessing risks and uncertainties through alternative scenarios, and for better comprehending the implications of various shocks for the U.S. and global economy. The results have informed research papers, Board memos and briefings, as well as the risks and uncertainty assessment that Federal Open Market Committee members receive in advance of every meeting.

Prepared for Crisis

The IF division has also played an important role in responding to global economic turbulence. A prime example is the Latin American debt crisis of the 1980s. That episode required analytical thinking about the macroeconomic repercussions of the crisis as it played out around the world. Work by division, and by the International Monetary Fund and other institutions, led to the establishment of emergency facilities to prevent more dire financial outcomes. As global capital flows increased, other episodes of financial distress surfaced across the world, including in Mexico, Asia, and Russia. International capital flows and spillovers became, and remain, a recurrent feature in the division’s analytical and monitoring work.

The expertise generated through study and response to those global challenges proved invaluable when stress hit closer to home during the Global Financial Crisis and the pandemic. Both of those events required immediate, broad, and, in many cases, unprecedented responses to avoid disrupting the availability of credit to American households and businesses. The nation, and the world, looked to the Federal Reserve to lead in these moments. During the Global Financial Crisis, when global funding markets came under stress, the IF division worked to establish swap line arrangements with several major central banks that helped restore stability in U.S. dollar funding markets. And during the pandemic, the IF division helped lead efforts to expand the provision of dollar liquidity by setting up the FIMA Repo Facility.¹

These periods of acute financial stress and uncertainty prompted the division to develop new tools and analytical products that could be used to understand and respond to the events unfolding on the ground. For instance, the division has devised new methods to measure and assess the effect of various types of uncertainty on economic activity, including new indexes that were built to track geopolitical risk, inflation, trade policy, and economic uncertainty. As we continue to navigate the current period of heightened uncertainty, this work is critical to understanding the quantitative implications of uncertainty shocks.

Conclusion

I will conclude by saying that, for 75 years, nine Fed chairs and countless Board members have greatly benefited from the guidance and counsel of IF staff-and not just when responding to crisis. This team helps assure we are well prepared for our international engagements, by providing detailed materials ahead of time and often by traveling with us. IF staff are always welcome and productive companions. In these and other endeavors, we benefit from the robust relationships you establish and maintain with our global counterparts.

Thank you to Beth Anne and all the staff here that organized this wonderful event. And, finally, thank you again to all the current and former IF staff for what you have done and continue to do to help us be a globally knowledgeable and responsive central bank, so that we can deliver on our dual mandate for all Americans.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Moscow Graduation to Be Held at VDNKh for the First Time

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

On the night of June 27-28, the main holiday for Moscow schoolchildren will take place — the city graduation. For the first time, one of the most iconic areas of the capital — VDNKh — will become the venue for it. The event will bring together over 45 thousand participants — graduates, parents and teachers, reported Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.

“Moscow Graduation is not just a celebration, but an important milestone for tens of thousands of kids who are taking their first step into adulthood. This year it will be a record-breaking one: more than 55 artists chosen by the kids themselves will perform for them, and the number of guests will exceed 45 thousand. The main venue will be one of the important symbols of Moscow — everyone’s favorite VDNKh. The territory will house an entire universe with shows, games, and interactive activities. Graduates will be able to try their hand at music and art, go on excursions in VDNKh pavilions, compete in dance, take part in cycle training, and much more. I am sure that everyone will feel that the celebration was made especially for them, taking into account their interests,” said Anastasia Rakova.

According to her, this year the theme of the city graduation is “Generation Code”. Each venue of the event reveals the values of modern youth: the desire for self-expression, passion for technology, love of creativity and interest in a conscious choice of profession. Graduates will be able to visit more than 15 venues. In the creative zone, they will be able to create their own track, take part in an immersive show, dance in a battle or play sports to dynamic DJ sets. Young gamers will spend time playing computer games. Classical music lovers will be able to visit the “Musical Oasis” venue with live instrumental performances.

Traditionally, the main stars of the evening — the graduates — will be greeted on the red carpet. It is expected that the most popular venue will be the music stage, designed for more than nine thousand spectators. Famous artists will perform for the guys throughout the night. These include, for example, Shaman, the groups Dabro, The Hatters and Gayazov$ Brother$, Amirchik, Tatyana Kurtukova, Mona, Yulia Gavrilina and other popular performers. The show will be accompanied by technological special effects, and the concert broadcast can be seen live on the music channel.

On one of the stages there will be karaoke with hits familiar to everyone. Together with the graduates, the artists will sing covers of popular songs. The guys who are into music will be able to create their own mini-tracks based on the jingle “Moscow Graduation”. All night long, the DJ on the stage will mix tracks non-stop and talk about how to do it.

Graduates will also be able to attend an immersive show. They will be part of an interactive journey where they will solve riddles related to their own unique experiences and modern culture. Along the way, the guys will meet different characters who will show how their generation is different from others.

All guests of the graduation will be given night excursions in the VDNKh pavilions. Until 03:00 you can visit several museums for free.

The entertainment will end at 04:00 and will be replaced by discos on the main and dance stages, which will end at 06:00.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: A new college will be built near Volokolamsk Highway in South Tushino

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

Changes have been made to the land use and development rules for the construction of a college in Yuzhnoye Tushino. It will appear in Pokhodny Proezd (property 6) not far from the stations of the second Moscow Central Diameter (MCD) and the metro. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction Vladimir Efimov.

“The college is planned to be built on a land plot of three hectares. The maximum area of the building will be 50 thousand square meters. The educational facility is planned to be built within the framework of the Targeted Investment Program. The educational institution will complement the social infrastructure of the North-West District,” said Vladimir Efimov.

Land use and development regulations govern how land can be used and what can be built on it. They determine what activities are permitted in certain locations and what requirements must be met when designing and constructing buildings.

“The college building will be located next to Volokolamskoe Highway. Its convenient location will provide easy access to the facility for both students and teachers. The college can be reached on foot from the Trikotazhnaya and Tushinskaya MCD stations, as well as from the Tushinskaya metro station. This will help avoid traffic jams and save travel time,” she added.

Juliana Knyazhevskaya, Chairman of the Committee for Architecture and Urban Development of the City of Moscow.

Earlier Sergei Sobyanin told, that in Moscow by 2032 it is planned to renovate about 700 school buildings.

The construction of social facilities in Moscow corresponds to the goals and initiatives of the national project “Infrastructure for life”.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Murray Statement on Trump Revoking Lifesaving EMTALA Guidance

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Source: United States Senator for Washington State Patty Murray

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), a senior member and former Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration rescinding CMS guidance from July 2022 reaffirming that the Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA), signed into law in 1986, requires providers offer necessary stabilizing care for patients suffering emergency medical conditions, which might include abortion care in certain situations. While this move doesn’t change federal law and the requirements on hospitals to provide life-saving care, it adds further confusion for hospitals already navigating a thicket of state abortion laws and could jeopardize lifesaving care for patients.

“The Trump administration doesn’t want you to know it, but they just quietly erased guidance that informed hospitals of their obligation to provide lifesaving care for pregnant women facing health care emergencies, like severe hemorrhage or sepsis—circumstances where the only option to save a woman’s life may be emergency abortion care.

“Once again, the Trump administration is sending a clear message that they do not care about women’s lives, and they don’t care how many pregnant women they force into health care crises so long as they can continue to advance their extreme anti-abortion agenda.

“Make no mistake: EMTALA is still the law, and Trump rescinding this guidance does not change the fact that pregnant women who need emergency abortion care to save their life or health are still legally entitled to this care.”

Since the overturn of Roe v. Wade almost three years ago, nearly two dozen US states led by Republicans have passed, banned, or severely restricted access to abortion. These strict laws have created confusion around the treatment doctors can provide even when a pregnant patient’s life is in danger, as physicians fear that they may lose their medical license, be sued, or even charged with a felony if they perform life-saving emergency care. Despite the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act’s (EMTALA) requirements that Medicare-participating hospitals treat and stabilize pregnant patients in need of emergency medical care, women are being turned away from emergency rooms following the Dobbs decision.

In September, Senator Murray introduced a resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that every patient has the basic right to emergency health care, including abortion care, regardless of where they live. In March 2024, Senator Murray led 258 Members of Congress in submitting an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in Moyle v. United States and Idaho v. United States—two consolidated cases concerning EMTALA—arguing that the congressional intent, text, and history of EMTALA make clear that covered hospitals must provide abortion care when it is the necessary stabilizing treatment for a patient’s emergency medical condition.

Senator Murray is a longtime leader in the fight to protect and expand access to reproductive health care and abortion rights, and she has led Congressional efforts to fight back after the Supreme Court’s disastrous decision overturning Roe v. Wade. Murray has introduced more than a dozen pieces of legislation to protect reproductive rights from further attacks, protect providers, and help ensure women get the care they need; Murray has led efforts to push for passage of these bills on the floor multiple times. Last January, on the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Murray led her colleagues in hosting a “State of Abortion Rights” briefing with women who have suffered firsthand from Republican abortion bans, and last June, she chaired a HELP Committee hearing titled “The Assault on Women’s Freedoms: How Abortion Bans Have Created a Health Care Nightmare Across America.” Recently, Murray helped lead efforts to force Republicans on the record on votes to protect access to contraception and access to IVF (twice), and she led her colleagues in raising the alarm about the threat a second Trump administration poses to reproductive rights and abortion access in every state, as outlined in Project 2025.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: Extreme weather events have slowed economic growth, adding to the case for another rate cut

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Stella Huangfu, Associate Professor, School of Economics, University of Sydney

Australia’s economy slowed sharply in the March quarter, growing by just 0.2% as government spending slowed and extreme weather events dampened demand. That followed an increase of 0.6% in the previous quarter.

The national accounts report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) showed annual growth steady at 1.3%, below market forecasts for an improvement to 1.5%.

The result is also weaker than the Reserve Bank of Australia’s forecasts.

The ABS said: “Extreme weather events further dampened domestic demand and reduced exports”, with the impact particularly evident in mining, tourism and shipping.

This report on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will be a key consideration for the Reserve Bank’s next meeting on July 7–8, helping shape its decision on whether to cut rates again. In May, the central bank cut the cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%.

On balance, the softer than expected pace of growth makes another rate cut in July a bit more likely.

Private demand drives growth as public spending slumps

Household spending slowed to 0.4% in the quarter from 0.7%. Essential spending led the way, with a sharp 10.2% rise in electricity costs due to a warmer-than-usual summer and reduced electricity bill rebates. Food spending also increased as Queenslanders stocked up ahead of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Investment also contributed to growth, though its composition shifted. Private investment rose 0.7%, driven by a rebound in house building and strong non-dwelling construction, particularly in mining and electricity projects. But business investment in equipment and machinery slumped.

Public investment fell 2.0%, ending a run of positive growth since September 2024. This decline, which detracted 0.1 percentage points from GDP, reflected the completion or delay of energy, rail and road projects.

“Public spending recorded the largest detraction from growth since the September quarter 2017”, the ABS said.

Disappointing trade performance

Exports unexpectedly became the main drag on growth in the March quarter, marking a sharp turnaround from December 2024.

Total exports fell 0.8%, led by a drop in services – particularly travel – due to weaker foreign student arrivals and lower spending. Goods exports also declined as bad weather disrupted coal and natural gas shipments, and demand from key markets like China and Japan softened.

The growth outlook is soft

Given the weaker-than-expected growth in the March quarter, Australia’s economic outlook remains soft.

A disappointing sign in the report was another fall in GDP per head of population, known as GDP per capita. This measure declined by 0.2%, after just one quarterly rise and seven previous quarters of a “per capita recession”, when population growth outpaces economic growth.

The household saving rate continue to rise in the March quarter, back to pre-COVID levels at 5.2%. This is because income grew faster than spending, and households remain cautious amid economic uncertainty. Additional government support also boosted savings.

The economic slowdown reflects weak household spending and a notable pullback in public sector investment. With domestic demand under strain, short-term growth prospects appear limited as the economy continues to adjust to past interest rate hikes and the early effects of the recent cuts.

The Reserve Bank began cutting official rates in February – its first move after 13 consecutive hikes between May 2022 and November 2023 – but the impact has yet to flow through. The next GDP figures, due on September 3, will offer a clearer picture of how the February and May rate cuts are shaping the recovery.

Trade tensions add uncertainty

Global conditions have become more unsettled, with rising trade tensions and shifting geopolitical alliances putting pressure on international trade. Renewed tariff threats – particularly from the US – are disrupting global supply chains. For export-reliant Australia, this increases the risk of weaker trade volumes and greater exposure to external shocks.

At the same time, China’s post-pandemic recovery is losing momentum, dragged down by weak consumer demand and a struggling property sector.

Given Australia’s close trade ties with China, any sustained slowdown there poses a clear threat to export earnings and broader economic growth. Together, these global headwinds are adding to the uncertainty surrounding Australia’s economic outlook.

A balancing act on rates

With demand soft and the economy losing momentum, the Reserve Bank may cut interest rates again at its July meeting to help boost growth. Key sectors like household spending, public services and mining have been under pressure. A further rate cut could support confidence and encourage more spending.

However, the monthly inflation report for April adds uncertainty. While headline inflation held steady at 2.4% over the year to April, underlying measures ticked higher.
The monthly rate excluding volatile items such as fuel and fresh food rose to 2.8%, up from 2.6%. That suggests price pressures are becoming more widespread.

These mixed signals leave the RBA facing a delicate balancing act. Upcoming data, particularly the employment report on June 19 and the May monthly inflation indicator on June 25, will be critical in determining whether inflation is easing enough to justify another cut or showing signs of persistence that call for caution.

Stella Huangfu does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

– ref. Extreme weather events have slowed economic growth, adding to the case for another rate cut – https://theconversation.com/extreme-weather-events-have-slowed-economic-growth-adding-to-the-case-for-another-rate-cut-257962

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June 4, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: Young people who witness domestic violence are more likely to be victims of it. Here’s how we can help them

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kristin Diemer, Associate Professor of Sociology, The University of Melbourne

In our national discussions on domestic and family violence, much of the focus is rightly on the women experiencing the violence and how best to help them.

But another vital, less acknowledged part of the puzzle is the impact on children.

Children and young people exposed to, or witnessing domestic violence between their parents or primary caregivers is widely recognised as a form of child abuse.

They can be placed in otherwise unthinkable scenarios. These include being forced to spy on a parent, defending a parent, intervening to stop the violence, or being used as a hostage.

After the event, young people can be the ones assisting with injuries, calling for emergency services and witnessing police intervention. Sometimes, they’re forced to leave the home and seek refuge.

As we seek to end violence in a generation under the national plan, focusing on children will be key.

The extent of the problem

Evidence shows children living with domestic violence have greater rates of learning difficulties, poor health and wellbeing and may exhibit challenging behaviours.

The Australian Personal Safety Survey (2021–2022) identified one in eight adults (13%) witnessed violence between their parents or caregivers before the age of 15.

People were twice as likely to have witnessed violence towards their mother than their father.

There is also emerging evidence children and young people exposed to domestic violence are more likely to be victims of multiple forms of maltreatment.

The Australian Child Maltreatment Study invited people aged 16 and older to participate. Four out of ten young people (aged 16–24) who responded to the survey and experienced childhood abuse, also reported more than one type of abuse.

What does this mean for them as adults?

Australians who witness violence against their mother as a young person are 2.5 times more likely to become victims of intimate partner domestic violence from the age of 15, compared to people who are not exposed to domestic violence during childhood.

We don’t know why they are at greater risk, but one theory is that children who grow up in a domestic violence household may minimise or normalise the behaviour.

The Australian National Community Attitudes Survey on Violence Against Women shows a quarter of Australians (23%) minimise domestic violence, believing it’s is an overreaction to day to day stress.

We don’t know how many people in Australia who witness domestic violence as a child become perpetrators of intimate partner abuse as adults.

Howeve, global studies have found witnessing parental violence as a young person is the highest risk factor associated with likelihood of perpetrating violence in adult relationships (28%). This is closely followed by permissive attitudes on violence against women (24%).

New data released by the Australian Institute of Family Studies further reveals men who grow up with positive father figure role models expressing affection are 48% less likely to become perpetrators of family violence in adulthood.

Do childhood victims become adult victims?

While there is a real increased risk of adult domestic violence among children who witness parental domestic violence, it is not the majority.

One in three (34%) Australian women who witness parental domestic violence against their mother become victims of adult domestic violence themselves. It’s one in seven (14%) men.

As researchers, we are usually identifying a problem, rather than examining positive outcomes. This means less attention has been paid to understanding resilience and what protects young people.

Our research team has conducted two projects in which we spoke with young people about their experience of living with fathers who abused their mothers.

While we focused on amplifying their voices and asking what they wanted to say to their fathers, it was common for them to mention they were fearful of forming their own intimate partner relationships.

They had heard of cycles of intergenerational violence and did not want to become like their fathers.

Can we break the cycle?

An evaluation of a pilot project working directly with children and young people in the western suburbs of Melbourne found children living with domestic violence experienced present fear, overwhelming worry about their future, and an inability to form positive friendships.

Receiving one-on-one, intensive support helped them with improved confidence, decreased fear and overall increased happiness.

Both of these example studies with children and young people are small. Conducting research with children and young people involves greater attention to risk, ethics and safety, and often requires a greater amount of time for the whole process. Many projects are not sufficiently funded to include the voices of young people.

The available research shows the concerning long-term impact of childhood exposure to domestic violence, but it also shows hope.

It is a minority of children in these circumstances who become victims in adulthood, and we estimate also a minority who go on to perpetrate violence.

Reparative work with children does show their lives can be greatly improved. The participation of young people in research and the recent Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety conference also shows they can clearly articulate an understanding of their experiences, what has worked for them, and importantly, what is not effective.

We have good evidence for what can work to prevent and end family violence if there is sufficient long-term investment.

But children’s needs have been under investigated. We would benefit from better understanding of what can help young people exposed to domestic violence and the positive impact of early intervention.

The National Sexual Assault, Family and Domestic Violence Counselling Line – 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) – is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.

Kristin Diemer holds a joint appointment at the University of Melbourne and Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety (ANROWS). She is a member of the Advisory Panels for the Australian Personal Safety Survey, and the National Community Attitudes Survey on violence against women.

– ref. Young people who witness domestic violence are more likely to be victims of it. Here’s how we can help them – https://theconversation.com/young-people-who-witness-domestic-violence-are-more-likely-to-be-victims-of-it-heres-how-we-can-help-them-257463

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June 4, 2025
Scientists in Japan develop plastic that dissolves in seawater within hours

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

Researchers in Japan have developed a plastic that dissolves in seawater within hours, offering up a potential solution for a modern-day scourge polluting oceans and harming wildlife.

While scientists have long experimented with biodegradable plastics, researchers from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science and the University of Tokyo say their new material breaks down much more quickly and leaves no residual trace.

At a lab in Wako city near Tokyo, the team demonstrated a small piece of plastic vanishing in a container of salt water after it was stirred up for about an hour.

While the team has not yet detailed any plans for commercialisation, project lead Takuzo Aida said their research has attracted significant interest, including from those in the packaging sector.

Scientists worldwide are racing to develop innovative solutions to the growing plastic waste crisis, an effort championed by awareness campaigns such as World Environment Day taking place on June 5.

Plastic pollution is set to triple by 2040, the UN Environment Programme has predicted, adding 23-37 million metric tons of waste into the world’s oceans each year.

“Children cannot choose the planet they will live on. It is our duty as scientists to ensure that we leave them with best possible environment,” Aida said.

Aida said the new material is as strong as petroleum-based plastics but breaks down into its original components when exposed to salt. Those components can then be further processed by naturally occurring bacteria, thereby avoiding generating microplastics that can harm aquatic life and enter the food chain.

As salt is also present in soil, a piece about five centimetres (two inches) in size disintegrates on land after over 200 hours, he added.

The material can be used like regular plastic when coated, and the team are focusing their current research on the best coating methods, Aida said. The plastic is non-toxic, non-flammable, and does not emit carbon dioxide, he added.

(Reuters)

June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: From musicals to future technologies: what will surprise you at Moscow Holidays this season

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

The summer season of the Moscow Holidays project has begun in the capital. With the support of the capital’s Department of Culture For children, clubs are organized at 15 sites, including parks and cultural centers.

The children will take part in creative workshops, sports activities, themed excursions and other educational events. Registration for summer clubs is already open atproject websiteParticipation is fee-based.

“Moscow is a city of opportunities”

The main shift will be “Moscow – the City of Opportunities”. Children will learn about modern technologies and skills that will be useful in the future, study historical facts about the capital and get to know its heroes. The program includes quests, master classes on 3D printing and creating fan paraphernalia, excursions to museums (for example, the Museum of Military History of the Russian Military Historical Society) and walks along historical routes. Each child will receive an explorer’s passport and memorable photographs.

“Moscow is a city of discoveries”

This season will also feature a program “Moscow is a city of discoveries”, organized jointly with the City of Discoveries project. Children will be introduced to the world of modern technologies, professions and innovations. The program will combine educational events, creative workshops and sports activities that will take place in the Technograd innovation and educational complex. Participants will visit the Smart City and Moscow Model pavilions, the Moscow Museum of Urban Economy, the Slovo Museum and the Moscow Transport Museum at VDNKh. They will also take part in a foresight game and, based on the knowledge they have gained, create an image of the city of the future. In addition, children will attend five workshops where they will be taught programming, 3D modeling and digital content creation.

Young Muscovites will collect information about unusual professions and places at VDNKh, and then create their own route. Each of them will include unique points related to the professions that interest the child, and will be accompanied by recommendations for visiting certain pavilions and exhibits. At the end of the program, the child will receive a printed or digital route with personal notes and interesting facts, and will also be able to share it with their family. The program is designed for children and teenagers aged 10-15.

“Weekend with the counselors”

On June 1, the Moscow Holidays project will celebrate its first anniversary. On this day, “Weekends with Counselors” will begin at city cultural venues and in parks under the jurisdiction of the capital’s Department of Culture. This year, the number of venues for the program has been increased.

Until August 31, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 19:00 in 11 parks of the capital, professional counselors will conduct master classes, educational games, relay races, competitions, quests and other events.

Mosgortur began training counselors for these projects in advance. During the year, several additional trainings were held on working with children with various health restrictions. The classes will help specialists improve the socialization of children and develop tolerance in young city residents.

In the new season, more than a thousand counselors will work in park spaces. Graduates of the Central School of Moscow Counselors, who have skills in game practice, conflictology and pedagogy, as well as methodologists and developers who create unique shifts in libraries, parks and cultural centers, are responsible for the summer program.

“Winter in Moscow”: Young city dwellers are invited to the new season of the “Moscow Holidays” project

Project “Moscow Holidays” contributes to the implementation of the goals and objectives of the national project “Family” in the city of Moscow.

Mosgortur— the largest organizer of full-cycle children’s recreation and the main employer of counselors in Russia. Since 2014, it has been training and employing specialists at the Central School of Moscow Counselors. In 2024, Mosgortur launched the city project “Moscow Holidays”.

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June 4, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: What services and services of the mos.ru portal help to take care of children

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –

The mos.ru portal has become an indispensable assistant for all Moscow parents. Online on the portal, you can view medical examination reports of children in electronic medical records, check grades and school schedules, enroll children in sports sections and art schools, apply for support measures for families with children, and much more. These features are also available in the app “Gosuslugi Moskvy”.

“With a computer or smartphone at hand, parents can always be aware of what time their child came to school and what grade they got in class, decide how to spend a day off with their child, choose a sports section for them and get help from the city. The city provides some services for families with children proactively: for example, in this smart format, large families can renew their parking permit, and parents of first-graders can apply for a Muscovite card,” the press service of the capital’s

Department of Information Technology.

Take care of the health of the little ones and not only

Thanks to digitalization, parents can always be aware of their children’s health – see doctors’ appointments, test results, vaccination information, and much more. All this is in the electronic medical record child. To start using the service, you must first register for access to it on the mos.ru portal. If the parent’s personal account with a full account contains confirmed data on minor children or wards, then access to their medical records will be provided automatically.

Last year, a new function was launched in the electronic medical record for parents of newborns – the ability to conduct 24-hour video surveillance of their children in the intensive care and pathology departments of Moscow children’s hospitals, maternity hospitals and perinatal centers.

In addition, in 2024, the electronic medical record will now have the ability to view the history of orders for subsidized meals in the “My Milk Kitchen” section.

Parents of children under three years of age can apply for free meals atmilk kitchen. This will require permanent registration in the capital and a Moscow compulsory medical insurance policy. It is important that the child is registered with a city children’s clinic. In addition, the parent must first visit the local doctor once and receive permission to independently place orders online. This frees city residents from additional visits to a medical organization. Support measures can also be received by children from large families under the age of seven, children with chronic diseases under the age of 15, and children with disabilities.

If there are three or more children in the family

Families in the capital raising three or more children can submit an electronic application to obtain or extend the status of large familiesmos.ru portal. Any parent living with their children has the right to apply for this government service, provided that the family is registered at their place of residence in Moscow.

All those who have received the status of a large family will automatically have access to a digital certificate confirming this status in their personal account on the mos.ru portal. This is an electronic document that contains a unique QR code with information about all members of the large family and the validity period of benefits. It can be downloaded to a smartphone as a PDF file or used using the QR code in the city mobile application “My id”A digital ID is equivalent to a paper ID.

In addition, Moscow families with many children are entitled to various benefits and compensations. You can also submit an online application for them on the mos.ru portal. For example, parents can apply for monthly compensation for each child due to growth cost of living or submit an electronic application for a one-time cash compensation for the birth of three or more children at the same timemore children.

Large families who own a car can apply for a special parking permitmos.ru portal. It gives the right to 24-hour free parking in all paid city parking zones of Moscow, except for spaces for buses, trucks and cars of people with disabilities. Only one such permit can be obtained per family. Its extension for large families occurs in a proactive (preemptive) format – there is no need submit an application. If the information about the large family has not changed, then two months before the expiration of the permit, a notification with a reminder about the extension is sent to the user’s personal account on mos.ru and to his e-mail. The person only needs to agree to the provision of this state service before the expiration of his parking permit or refuse to receive it.

Children from large families have the right to receive discounted meals at school. To do this, parents must apply for free daily complex breakfasts and lunches atmos.ru portal. Families with many children are also entitled to annual compensation for a set children’s clothing for the period of study and monthly compensation for payment of housing and communal services andphone.

You can find out about what other city support measures, payments and subsidies are available to large families in Moscow in the instructions atMos.ruThere is also information about the procedure for registering all benefits and lists of documents required for this.

Enroll your child in kindergarten or school

Parents of children under seven years of age can enroll their child in kindergarten atmos.ru portalTo submit an electronic application, you will also need to provide information from the child’s birth certificate and documents confirming his/her registration and certifying the identity of the parent.

From April 1 to September 5 of this year, parents can register their children for a program on the mos.ru portal.first class. When submitting an electronic application, they have the right to indicate no more than three schools, one of which must be at the child’s place of residence. Pupils of pre-school groups are enrolled in the first grades of the same educational institutions upon a personal application from their parents addressed to the principal; in this case, an electronic application for first grade is not required. Parents or legal representatives who have an account on the mos.ru portal can enrol a future first-grader in school online. The decision to enrol the child in school will be sent to the applicant’s personal account on this portal, and a notification will be sent to his e-mail.

An electronic school diary helps parents in the capital to always be aware of their children’s academic progress.mos.ru portal. You can use it to check homework and class schedules, create a notification about your child’s absence from class, order online certificates of school attendance, and much more. The service is also available at school.mos.ru or in the app “MESH Diary”.

Organize useful and exciting leisure time

The super service “Enrollment in clubs, sections and art schools” will help parents choose interesting extracurricular activities for their child.mos.ru portal. You can find a suitable activity using filters by type of activity, level of preparation and district where classes are held. Enrollment of children in sections and clubs of additional education is also available in the electronic diary “MESH” or application “MESH Diary”. And on portal and in the mobile application “Moscow Sport” 14 services are available, allowing parents to stay informed about the services of sports institutions, register a child for sports testing, select a convenient site for sports activities, choose a children’s trainer according to individual criteria, learn about the most exciting sports events in the city.

The service will help you plan cultural leisure for your child or the whole family “Mosbilet” on the mos.ru portal. Here you can find interesting events and buy tickets for them without markups. Filters will help you choose suitable performances, concerts, master classes, lectures or exhibitions for adults and children. The service also has sections with free events and programs available on the Pushkin Card.

A great reference point in literature for children and young people is the mos.ru service “Moscow Libraries”. With it, it is easy to find interesting books online, learn about events in reading rooms and track terms of use of the publication. In addition, it regularly recommends thematic selections for reading. For example, the service recently published Summer Vacation Book Picks, compiled based on recommendations Department of Education and Science of the City of Moscow.

You can learn about how the mos.ru portal turned from a news feed with a book of reviews into a resource where today more than 450 electronic services are presented from a popular science film “Moscow in Digital”.

The creation, development and operation of the e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant services, as well as other services in electronic form, correspond to the objectives of the national project “Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State” and the regional project of the city of Moscow “Digital Public Administration”.

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June 4, 2025