"China holds a special place among Russia's international partners today. Our two countries continue to expand cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including the creative economy. That is why it is important for us to help entrepreneurs identify new opportunities in the Chinese market, build direct relationships with their counterparts, and launch long-term collaborative projects," said Svetlana Chupsheva, Director General of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI).
As ASI's Special Representative, Dashi Namdakov will also facilitate negotiations, presentations, and business missions, support the launch of new initiatives, and foster stronger connections between members of the creative communities in Russia and China.
"It is important to me to help Russian creative teams find opportunities to work in China while enabling our Chinese partners to gain a deeper understanding of Russia's contemporary creative projects. The more joint initiatives, professional exchanges, and direct dialogue we build between people, the more opportunities will emerge for the creative industries of both countries," said Dashi Namdakov.
The establishment of ASI's overseas representation marks another important step in strengthening the Agency's cooperation with China. During a recent visit by an ASI delegation to China, agreements were signed with leading Chinese universities, industry associations, and technology companies. The parties agreed to develop joint projects in the fields of artificial intelligence, creative industries, and education.
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