Harbin, China — Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) on Friday in northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province, fostering educational collaboration between Russia and China. He met with students and faculty, emphasizing the importance of academic exchange and mutual understanding between the two nations.
The Harbin Institute of Technology has a longstanding history of scientific and educational cooperation with prominent Russian universities. Putin announced that St. Petersburg State University will soon open an education center in partnership with HIT, which will host over 1,500 Russian and Chinese students. This initiative aims to provide excellent learning opportunities and deepen ties between young people in both countries.
In his speech at the institute, President Putin highlighted the significance of such collaborations. “Cooperation between Russian and Chinese universities offers remarkable opportunities for our youth and enhances mutual understanding among our peoples,” he said.
President Putin expressed Russia’s willingness to strengthen cooperation with China, providing more platforms for exchange and learning. He underscored the value of proficiency in a second language, stating it “always broadens horizons, not only for personal communication but also for career advancement and innovative scientific research.”
He encouraged more Chinese and Russian individuals to engage actively in cultural, educational, and scientific exchanges. “Our bilateral exchanges make tangible contributions to advancing friendly and neighborly relations between Russia and China,” Putin remarked.
The visit signifies a commitment to deepening educational ties and promoting a shared future through mutual understanding and collaboration.
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