⏰ TODAY at 16:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Club will host an expert discussion dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Yalta Conference.
❓What was the significance of the Yalta Conference against the backdrop of the historical events of the first half of the 20th century?
❓How strong was the peace created in Yalta?
❓How has the advent of the atomic age affected it?
❓What can be used from the Yalta experience now, given the changes in the global balance of power and the dramatic experience of Europe after the Cold War?
The participants in the discussion will try to answer these and other questions.
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter), VK, Telegram and Dzen.
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❓What was the significance of the Yalta Conference against the backdrop of the historical events of the first half of the 20th century?
❓How strong was the peace created in Yalta?
❓How has the advent of the atomic age affected it?
❓What can be used from the Yalta experience now, given the changes in the global balance of power and the dramatic experience of Europe after the Cold War?
The participants in the discussion will try to answer these and other questions.
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter), VK, Telegram and Dzen.
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LIVE: The 80th Anniversary of the Yalta Conference. An Expert Discussion
On February 12 at 16:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Club will host an expert discussion dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Yalta Conference. More: https://valdaiclub.com/multimedia/video/the-80th-anniversary-of-the-yalta-conferencev/
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🌐 Is a 'New Yalta’ Possible?
On February 12, 2025, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Yalta Conference.
💬 Timofei Bordachev, moderator of the discussion, called this topic extremely interesting both from a historical point of view and from the point of view of modern international politics. He emphasised that we are talking about the anniversary of the configuration of the world order based on the United Nations, in which we lived and, perhaps, continue to live to this day. He added that now many dream of a "new Yalta" based on an agreement between the most significant states, inviting the participants to discuss how possible it is.
💬 Rein Müllerson, President of the Institut de Droit International in Geneva (2013–2015), called the Yalta Conference, along with the Potsdam and Tehran Conferences, one of the stages in the creation of a "world concert" with the leading role of great powers. The institutions created in the course of this process have played a positive role and continue to do so, he believes, although the situation is complicated by the inability of major powers to negotiate with each other. In the 1990s, instead of international law, they began to talk about a “rules-based order” that neglected both the principle of the non-use of force and the principle of non-interference in internal affairs. The principle of sovereign equality also disappeared. This state of affairs in international relations looked anomalous and could not exist for long, Müllerson is convinced. The question is whether the revolutionary changes that can be observed now in the United States mark the end of an old era or the beginning of a new one?
💬 Donald Trump is not destroying the old and not creating something radically new, but simply returning the United States to the course from which it strayed in 1991, believes Christian Whiton, Senior Fellow for Strategy and Trade at the Center for the National Interest (USA). If we look at the Yalta Conference from the perspective of today, we must admit that, despite all the complaints about its results, it was ultimately a success – and this is important in the context of the Ukrainian conflict and the Russian-American summit currently being discussed, he said. Whiton expressed hope that, as a result, the parties may be able to look at things in a new way and find areas for cooperation.
💬 "1945 was a year of contradictions that have largely remained unresolved to this day," said Richard Sakwa, Professor of Russian and European Politics at the University of Kent in Canterbury (UK). The most important of these is the issue of the pan-European order and security system. It seemed that it was eventually resolved at the end of the Cold War, but this was only an illusion – the Cold War continued with a cold peace that followed the same logic. However, one cannot constantly live on the brink of war: it is necessary to establish a peace based on other principles, principles of cooperation. Now there is often a talk about a “new Yalta”, but it is impossible without new thinking, Sakwa argued.
https://valdaiclub.com/events/posts/articles/is-a-new-yalta-possible/
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On February 12, 2025, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Yalta Conference.
💬 Timofei Bordachev, moderator of the discussion, called this topic extremely interesting both from a historical point of view and from the point of view of modern international politics. He emphasised that we are talking about the anniversary of the configuration of the world order based on the United Nations, in which we lived and, perhaps, continue to live to this day. He added that now many dream of a "new Yalta" based on an agreement between the most significant states, inviting the participants to discuss how possible it is.
💬 Rein Müllerson, President of the Institut de Droit International in Geneva (2013–2015), called the Yalta Conference, along with the Potsdam and Tehran Conferences, one of the stages in the creation of a "world concert" with the leading role of great powers. The institutions created in the course of this process have played a positive role and continue to do so, he believes, although the situation is complicated by the inability of major powers to negotiate with each other. In the 1990s, instead of international law, they began to talk about a “rules-based order” that neglected both the principle of the non-use of force and the principle of non-interference in internal affairs. The principle of sovereign equality also disappeared. This state of affairs in international relations looked anomalous and could not exist for long, Müllerson is convinced. The question is whether the revolutionary changes that can be observed now in the United States mark the end of an old era or the beginning of a new one?
💬 Donald Trump is not destroying the old and not creating something radically new, but simply returning the United States to the course from which it strayed in 1991, believes Christian Whiton, Senior Fellow for Strategy and Trade at the Center for the National Interest (USA). If we look at the Yalta Conference from the perspective of today, we must admit that, despite all the complaints about its results, it was ultimately a success – and this is important in the context of the Ukrainian conflict and the Russian-American summit currently being discussed, he said. Whiton expressed hope that, as a result, the parties may be able to look at things in a new way and find areas for cooperation.
💬 "1945 was a year of contradictions that have largely remained unresolved to this day," said Richard Sakwa, Professor of Russian and European Politics at the University of Kent in Canterbury (UK). The most important of these is the issue of the pan-European order and security system. It seemed that it was eventually resolved at the end of the Cold War, but this was only an illusion – the Cold War continued with a cold peace that followed the same logic. However, one cannot constantly live on the brink of war: it is necessary to establish a peace based on other principles, principles of cooperation. Now there is often a talk about a “new Yalta”, but it is impossible without new thinking, Sakwa argued.
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Is a 'New Yalta’ Possible?
On February 12, 2025, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Yalta Conference. Timofei Bordachev, moderator of the discussion, called this topic extremely interesting both from a historical point of view and from…
⏰ TODAY at 12:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Discussion Club will host an expert discussion dedicated to the future of artificial intelligence.
❓What is Russia’s potential in developing its own AI models?
❓How does the race for leadership in this area affect the global economy and international relations?
❓Can cooperation between countries become a key to the sustainable development of AI, or is competition inevitable?
The participants of the discussion will try to answer these and other questions.
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter), VK, Telegram and Dzen.
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❓What is Russia’s potential in developing its own AI models?
❓How does the race for leadership in this area affect the global economy and international relations?
❓Can cooperation between countries become a key to the sustainable development of AI, or is competition inevitable?
The participants of the discussion will try to answer these and other questions.
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter), VK, Telegram and Dzen.
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LIVE: The Future of Artificial Intelligence. An Expert Discussion
On February 13, 2025, at 12:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Discussion Club will host an expert discussion dedicated to the future of artificial intelligence. More: https://valdaiclub.com/multimedia/video/the-future-of-artificial-intelligence-an-expert…
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🤖 The Future of Artificial Intelligence: A World Without Secrets?
On February 13, 2025, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion dedicated to the future of artificial intelligence. Anton Bespalov, moderator of the discussion, invited the participants to address the prospects of a technological confrontation between China and the United States and Russia's place in it.
💬 Ruslan Yunusov, Co-Founder of the Russian Quantum Centre, called issues related to artificial intelligence very relevant. According to him, the development of this area requires large investments, because it is dependent on the rapid development of physical infrastructure, particularly computing power. "Everything is accelerating, and to stay in place, you need to run fast, to reach the point ahead, you need to run even faster," Yunusov noted.
💬 Xue Ying, a research fellow at the Xinhua Institute, believes that the race for leadership in AI has a strong impact on both the economy and international relations. AI improves efficiency in various fields, increasing productivity and creates new business models. The AI revolution in the economy will lead to serious changes in the world, including political ones, Xue Ying is convinced. In her opinion, it is necessary to move from competition in this area to cooperation that ensures sustainable development and makes the world a better place.
💬 Ilya Semerikov, head of the research group at the Russian Quantum Center, called for rethinking the world in the context of technology development, pointing out that the current world-leading linguistic model from DeepSeek is an open-source model. It is important to understand that the world has become indivisible. From a technological point of view, it has turned into one large open-source community, which it is necessary to integrate into. “There are no more secrets in the world, and those that exist remain only in our heads,” he summed up.
💬 Miša Djurković, Principal research fellow at the Serbian Institute of European Studies, raised the issue of ethical problems in the use of artificial intelligence and its legal regulation. He sees the need for clear legal regulation of AI at the national, regional and global levels and has suggested thinking about some kind of universal declaration of human rights in this area.
💬 Alexander Ulanov, Vice-Rector for Development, Innovation and Digitalization at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, raised the issue of competitive advantages and the technological gap. Countries where certain technologies have emerged have economic advantages, which they seek to preserve in every possible way. This gives rise to protectionist measures. Speaking about the applicability of AI in the sphere of international relations, Ulanov noted that the use of open-source models not only accelerates developments, but also yields an exchange of worldviews.
https://valdaiclub.com/events/posts/articles/the-future-of-artificial-intelligence-a-world-without-secrets/
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On February 13, 2025, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion dedicated to the future of artificial intelligence. Anton Bespalov, moderator of the discussion, invited the participants to address the prospects of a technological confrontation between China and the United States and Russia's place in it.
💬 Ruslan Yunusov, Co-Founder of the Russian Quantum Centre, called issues related to artificial intelligence very relevant. According to him, the development of this area requires large investments, because it is dependent on the rapid development of physical infrastructure, particularly computing power. "Everything is accelerating, and to stay in place, you need to run fast, to reach the point ahead, you need to run even faster," Yunusov noted.
💬 Xue Ying, a research fellow at the Xinhua Institute, believes that the race for leadership in AI has a strong impact on both the economy and international relations. AI improves efficiency in various fields, increasing productivity and creates new business models. The AI revolution in the economy will lead to serious changes in the world, including political ones, Xue Ying is convinced. In her opinion, it is necessary to move from competition in this area to cooperation that ensures sustainable development and makes the world a better place.
💬 Ilya Semerikov, head of the research group at the Russian Quantum Center, called for rethinking the world in the context of technology development, pointing out that the current world-leading linguistic model from DeepSeek is an open-source model. It is important to understand that the world has become indivisible. From a technological point of view, it has turned into one large open-source community, which it is necessary to integrate into. “There are no more secrets in the world, and those that exist remain only in our heads,” he summed up.
💬 Miša Djurković, Principal research fellow at the Serbian Institute of European Studies, raised the issue of ethical problems in the use of artificial intelligence and its legal regulation. He sees the need for clear legal regulation of AI at the national, regional and global levels and has suggested thinking about some kind of universal declaration of human rights in this area.
💬 Alexander Ulanov, Vice-Rector for Development, Innovation and Digitalization at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, raised the issue of competitive advantages and the technological gap. Countries where certain technologies have emerged have economic advantages, which they seek to preserve in every possible way. This gives rise to protectionist measures. Speaking about the applicability of AI in the sphere of international relations, Ulanov noted that the use of open-source models not only accelerates developments, but also yields an exchange of worldviews.
https://valdaiclub.com/events/posts/articles/the-future-of-artificial-intelligence-a-world-without-secrets/
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The Future of Artificial Intelligence: A World Without Secrets?
On February 13, 2025, the Valdai Club hosted an expert discussion dedicated to the future of artificial intelligence. Anton Bespalov, moderator of the discussion, invited the participants to address the prospects of a technological confrontation between China…
📆 ANNOUNCEMENT: On February 20 at 11:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Club conference hall will host a discussion titled “The Phenomenon of Modern Germany: Where is German Politics Heading?” ahead of the early Bundestag elections.
Following the collapse of the ruling coalition and a vote of no confidence in the cabinet, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved the Bundestag and set early parliamentary elections for February 23. Most analysts predict that the CDU party will emerge as the leading force, with its leader Friedrich Merz likely to become the next Federal Chancellor. While the coalition’s composition remains uncertain, the focus of interest lies not in the future cabinet’s makeup but in the broader trends shaping contemporary German politics.
❓Against this backdrop, the discussion will explore critical questions: How will Berlin’s stance on key issues of European and global politics evolve amid this dramatic shift in the country’s political landscape?
❓Are there prospects for rebuilding productive relations with Russia?
These and other pressing questions will be addressed by the event’s participants.
🎙️ Speakers:
🔹 Artyom Sokolov, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for International Studies, MGIMO University
🔹 Vladislav Belov, Head of the Center for German Studies at the Institute of Europe, Russian Academy of Sciences
🔹 Maria Khorolskaya, Research Fellow at the Department of European Political Studies, IMEMO RAS
🔹 Roger Köppel, Swiss journalist, editor-in-chief of “Die Weltwoche”, a Swiss newspaper
Moderator:
🗣 Fyodor Lukyanov, Research Director of the Valdai Club
https://valdaiclub.com/events/announcements/valdai-club-to-discuss-early-bundestag-elections-in-germany/
Working languages: Russian, English.
ℹ️ Information for the media: In order to get accredited for the event, please fill out the form on our web site. If you have any questions about the event, please call+79269307763
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter),VK,Telegram and Dzen.
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Following the collapse of the ruling coalition and a vote of no confidence in the cabinet, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved the Bundestag and set early parliamentary elections for February 23. Most analysts predict that the CDU party will emerge as the leading force, with its leader Friedrich Merz likely to become the next Federal Chancellor. While the coalition’s composition remains uncertain, the focus of interest lies not in the future cabinet’s makeup but in the broader trends shaping contemporary German politics.
❓Against this backdrop, the discussion will explore critical questions: How will Berlin’s stance on key issues of European and global politics evolve amid this dramatic shift in the country’s political landscape?
❓Are there prospects for rebuilding productive relations with Russia?
These and other pressing questions will be addressed by the event’s participants.
🎙️ Speakers:
🔹 Artyom Sokolov, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for International Studies, MGIMO University
🔹 Vladislav Belov, Head of the Center for German Studies at the Institute of Europe, Russian Academy of Sciences
🔹 Maria Khorolskaya, Research Fellow at the Department of European Political Studies, IMEMO RAS
🔹 Roger Köppel, Swiss journalist, editor-in-chief of “Die Weltwoche”, a Swiss newspaper
Moderator:
https://valdaiclub.com/events/announcements/valdai-club-to-discuss-early-bundestag-elections-in-germany/
Working languages: Russian, English.
ℹ️ Information for the media: In order to get accredited for the event, please fill out the form on our web site. If you have any questions about the event, please call+79269307763
Links to the live broadcast of the discussion will be posted on all online platforms of the Valdai Club: on the website, X (formerly Twitter),VK,Telegram and Dzen.
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Valdai Club to Discuss Early Bundestag Elections in Germany
On February 20 at 11:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Valdai Club conference hall will host a discussion titled “The Phenomenon of Modern Germany: Where is German Politics Heading?” ahead of the early Bundestag elections.
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The conference will be attended by over 50 experts and political figures from 10 countries, including India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Irkutsk Region Governor Igor Kobzev and Chairman of the Board of the Foundation for Development and Support of the Valdai Discussion Club Andrey Bystritsky are expected to open the event.
The Central Asian Valdai Club conference is being held for the fifth time in Russia. This year, the venue is moving from Ufa, Bashkiria to Lake Baikal in Eastern Siberia (Irkutsk), one of the most recognizable symbols of Siberia and Russia.
The goal of the conference is to expand intellectual discussion among the expert community of Russia and the Central Asian countries in the context of fundamental changes in the world order.
The Central Asian conference will last two days. Its programme includes an opening, four thematic sessions and an open discussion. The opening of the conference and the first session (March 4), as well as the final open discussion (March 5) will be available to the media and the general public and will be broadcast on the Club's website.
During the sessions, experts will discuss the following topics:
🔹 Real multipolarity: opportunities and challenges;
🔹 Eurasian security and state sovereignty;
🔹 Fair solutions to common challenges: climate, water, demography;
🔹 Russia and Central Asia in Greater Eurasia: international trade and transport.
https://valdaiclub.com/events/announcements/the-5th-central-asian-conference-of-the-valdai-discussion-club/
Working languages: Russian, English.
ℹ️ Information for the media: In order to get accredited for the event, please fill out the form on our web site. Accreditation closes on February 28 at 12:00 Moscow Time. If you have any questions about the event, please call +79269307763.
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The 5th Central Asian Conference of the Valdai Discussion Club
On March 4–5, 2025, the Valdai Discussion Club will hold the 5th Central Asian Conference. Its theme is “Russia and Central Asia: Cooperation in a Multipolar World”. The conference will be held in Irkutsk.
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Irkutsk, March 4 – 5, 2025
Attention! The time specified in the programme is local
📆 March 4, Tuesday
09:30 – 9:50 — Opening of the conference (live: Russian, English)
10:00 – 11:30 — Session I. True Multipolarity: Opportunities and Challenges (live: Russian, English)
Fundamental changes in the international environment pose similar challenges and opportunities for both Russia and the Central Asian countries. The aim of this session is to discuss the main opportunities and challenges for Russia and Central Asian countries in the context of the emerging new international order.
12:00 – 13:30 — Session II. Eurasian Security and State Sovereignty
Russia and Central Asia are aiming to create a space for constructive interstate cooperation in Eurasia and to solve acute problems of development and security without jeopardizing state sovereignty. Possible methods and directions of such cooperation are the main subject of discussion in this session.
14:30 – 16:00 — Session III. Adequate Solutions to Common Challenges: Climate, Water, Demography
The consequences of climate change, water supply and demography are the main issues directly related to cooperation between Russia and Central Asian countries. The objective of the session is to discuss the dynamics of common challenges and the joint actions needed to tackle them.
16:30 – 18:00 — Session IV. Russia and Central Asia in Greater Eurasia: International Trade and Transportation
International trade and transportation are the most essential areas of economic activity that shape the common space of Russia and Central Asia and ensure their engagement in the Eurasian and global economy. The main objective of the session is to identify the main trends of cooperation, discuss prospects and problems in these areas.
📆 March 5, Wednesday
10:00 – 11:30 — Open discussion (live: Russian, English)
The Valdai Club’s Central Asian conference traditionally features an open discussion format. The aim of this discussion is to bring attention to issues which have not been sufficiently covered in the main conference programme.
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