UTMN: Experts discussed new opportunities for cooperation between Russia and China

The panel discussion “Russia and China: New Trends and opportunities for Cooperation between Municipalities” was held within the framework of the International Public Diplomacy Forum “Dialogue on the Volga: Peace and Mutual Understanding in the XXI Century”.

The meeting was held via videoconference and brought together representatives of Russian and Chinese cities.

Vladimir Nezhdanov, a Tyumen resident, an employee of the Department of History and World Politics, presented his report.

“The events are an indicator of the growing interest in the development of urban diplomacy, the use of the opportunities of cities in international relations for the development of Russia and China. I’m sure it is important to develop ties between the twin cities of Tyumen and Daqing, strengthen regional cooperation between the Tyumen Region and Heilongjiang Province. We have all the opportunities for it,” Vladimir commented.

The Forum was organized by the administration of Volgograd city and the Union of Russian Cities with the support of the China international Friendship Cities Association.