SUCCESSFUL VISIT, DELEGATION OF YOUTH FROM SRPSKA PARTICIPATES IN PRESTIGIOUS STATE LEADERS ACADEMY

BANJA LUKA, JULY 30 /SRNA/ - A delegation of young representatives from Republika Srpska successfully concluded their participation in the prestigious Senezh International Academy for State Leaders, held in the city of Solnechnogorsk under the auspices of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The event provided an opportunity to further strengthen cultural, educational, and political ties with the Russian Federation. SRNA was told that the academy brought together 100 young leaders from Russia's partner countries between July 21 and 27. Senezh is regarded as one of the most prominent educational platforms in the fields of public administration, diplomacy, and leadership within Russia’s modern state system. The delegation from Republika Srpska had the opportunity to learn about contemporary practices in state administration, international relations, security policy, strategic planning, and institutional development. Renowned Russian officials, university professors, public policy experts, and advisors to federal ministries delivered lectures and led workshops. Participants also visited key state institutions in Moscow, including ministries, strategic institutes, and educational establishments, where they were informed about the functioning of the Russian institutional system and exchanged experiences with colleagues from other countries. ZAKHAROVA SPOKE RESPECTFULLY ABOUT REPUBLIKA SRPSKA The workshop "An Open Dialogue with Maria Zakharova," spokeswoman for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, was especially significant. Participants had a unique opportunity to speak directly with her and ask questions about global political developments, Russia's role in contemporary international relations, and the position of Russia's traditional allies. In her address, Zakharova emphasized the importance of developing a new generation of leaders who will build bridges between states based on respect, sovereignty, and genuine partnership. She spoke with particular respect about the historical and cultural ties between the Russian people and the people of Republika Srpska. YOUTH DELEGATION DIGNIFIEDLY REPRESENTED REPUBLIKA SRPSKA Participants from Republika Srpska, who went through a strict selection process and were invited as representatives of a friendly people, dignifiedly represented Srpska through constructive discussions, a high level of knowledge, and interest in improving international relations. This type of cooperation and exchange of experiences forms the foundation for the continued strengthening of cultural, educational, and political ties between Republika Srpska and the Russian Federation. It was concluded that Republika Srpska remains committed to developing relations with countries that respect the principles of freedom, sovereignty, and mutual respect, and initiatives like this strongly contribute to creating a new generation of responsible and educated political leadership.