Opportunity to know Serbia better
Students of Belgorod universities had a great chance to hear a lecture of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Serbia in the Russian Federation, Honorary Professor, Dr. Terzic Slavenko devoted to the relations between Serbia and Russia.
Slavenko Terzic made a lecture as a dialogue with the audience.
The professor noted that at BSTU named after V.G. Shukhov he saw a very high level of support of scientific-research activities. H.E. Mr. Ambassador said that he will do his best for developing of academic cooperation. Serbian scientists will be useful to visit the University. He would like to invite our scientists in Serbian universities.
Much has been said about the prospects of cooperation. It should be developed in different areas: scientific research, summer camps for students. Great prospects in industry, especially in the provinces. It should be more interested in each other's activities. "It is of strategic importance," - said the the Mr. Ambassador.
Saying that the people of Serbia and Russia are not well informed, Slavenko Terzic drew attention to the fact that the pro-Western media are trying to form a negative image of Russia. Fortunately, their opinion does not find support from the people. The vast majority of Serbs not only like Russian, but also appreciate the fact that Russia is doing for Serbia in the international arena. However, the diplomat assured that you need to create the Russian television in the Serbian language in Balkans.
Speaking about the sources of interest and love for Russian culture, Slavenko Terzic shared how in the days of his childhood in the family discussed the actions and speeches of Soviet leaders. It was taken for granted. In general, the country's great interest in Russia, a lot of people read books of Russian classics, known Russian musicians and artists.
Concluding the meeting, the first vice-rector of BSTU, prof. N. Shapovalov said that not only diplomats but also the people themselves, the ordinary people make an international cooperation. From our desire to understand other people, to get acquainted with the culture, history, language, and most importantly, from our goodness, depends what will be the world. Prof. Shapovalov reminded that tomorrow, on June 22 will be the opening of the Serbian resource center, where you will get to know the fraternal people and enroll in the Serbian language courses.