An expert from Morocco assessed the prospects for cooperation between Russia and the Islamic world.

      Relations between Russia and the Islamic world have been developing steadily over the years and have good prospects. This was reported today to journalists by a member of the Strategic Vision Group "Russia - Islamic World," the director of the Strategic Forecasting Center of ISESCO, Hammami Kais from the Kingdom of Morocco. "The vector of development of relations between the Islamic world and Russia has its history. Relations developed steadily in the 80s and 90s, as well as at the present stage. We forecast positive development of relations between the Arab world and Russia. We must remember our common roots and look to the future with optimism," he noted. A round table titled "Development of Cooperation between Russia and Islamic World Countries: Science, Technology, and Economy" took place today at the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan as part of the annual meeting of the Strategic Vision Group "Russia - Islamic World." Participants of the event included representatives of the scientific and expert community, government authorities, international organizations, as well as members of the Strategic Vision Group. The program included two thematic sessions: "Strategic Partnership, Technology, and Economic Cooperation" and "Technologies, Innovations, and Practical Tools for Trust." The round table was organized by the Strategic Vision Group and the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan with the participation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, the Center for Scientific and Technological Development under the Government of the Russian Federation, the National Research University "Higher School of Economics," the Russian Peoples' Friendship University named after Patrice Lumumba, the Diplomatic Academy of MGIMO, and the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation.

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      Putin noted Minnikhanov for his contribution to the development of housing construction in Russia. The head of state recognized the head of Tatarstan as the chairman of the State Council of the Russian Federation's commission on the "Infrastructure for Life" direction. Photo: 22:00 14.05.2026 Real Time - Kazan

      Putin noted Minnikhanov for his contribution to the development of housing construction. Tatarstan's head Rustam Minnikhanov received a letter of gratitude from the President of Russia for his contribution to the development of housing construction. 21:06 14.05.2026 GTRK Tatarstan - Kazan

      At KazanForum, the launch of direct flights between Tatarstan and Islamic world countries was discussed. Tatarstan called for the launch of direct air communication with Muslim countries to develop trade, tourism, and humanitarian ties. 19:58 14.05.2026 Business Online - Kazan

      A meeting was held at the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan with the rector of the Kyrgyz-Russian University named after B.N. Yeltsin, Sergey Volkov. Participants included the president of the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan, Rifkat Minnikhanov, vice-presidents, academic secretaries of the departments, and heads of relevant divisions of the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan. 19:24 14.05.2026 Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan - Kazan

      Minnikhanov stated the role of "KazanForum" in strengthening international dialogue. Tatarstan's head Rustam Minnikhanov stated that "KazanForum" is intended to be a platform where Russia and Islamic world countries demonstrate their commitment to common values of peace, stability, and mutually beneficial development. 19:03 14.05.2026 IA Tatar-inform - Kazan

      At "KazanForum," the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia, together with KFU, organized a session. Ministers from OIC countries and university rectors discussed the prospects for scientific cooperation. 18:54 14.05.2026 KFU - Kazan

      Schoolchildren from Kyrgyzstan will participate in "PhysMath Breakthrough." Innopolis University and the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin planned to promote educational programs and projects in information technology and exact sciences. 18:05 14.05.2026 Innopolis University - Innopolis

      "Russia - Islamic World": broadcast of the talk show "Point of Support" on TNV. Today, a new episode of the talk show "Point of Support" will air on the "TNV-Tatarstan" channel. 17:26 14.05.2026 TRK Tatarstan-New Century - Kazan

      At the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan, cooperation between Russia and the Islamic world in science and technology was discussed. A round table titled "Development of Cooperation between Russia and Islamic World Countries: Science, Technology, Economy" was held at the Academy of Sciences of Tatarstan. 16:56 14.05.2026 TRK Tatarstan-New Century - Kazan

      The "Russia - Islamic World" group launched projects in the fields of investment, science, and social support. The Strategic Vision Group "Russia - Islamic World" began implementing project activities in three key areas: investment and economic, humanitarian, and socio-cultural. 16:36 14.05.2026 IA Tatar-inform - Kazan

      An expert from Morocco assessed the prospects for cooperation between Russia and the Islamic world. Relations between Russia and the Islamic world have been developing steadily over the years and have good prospects. 15:35 14.05.2026 IA Tatar-inform - Kazan

      After the visa cancellation, Russia and Saudi Arabia expect an increase in tourist flow. The cancellation of visas between Russia and Saudi Arabia will contribute to the development of cooperation in the economy, trade, and tourism. 14:35 14.05.2026 IA Tatar-inform - Kazan

      News from neighboring regions on the topic:

      "Visas canceled": Russia and Saudi Arabia are moving to a new stage of partnership. The cancellation of visas will trigger economic and tourism growth between Russia and Saudi Arabia. Photo: Istock/Oleksii Liskonih. The cancellation of visas between Russia and Saudi Arabia will contribute to the development of cooperation in the economy. 19:05 14.05.2026 RTV-Podmoskovie - Podmoskovie

      Kazbek Kokov flew to Kazan. The International Economic Forum "Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum" has started in Tatarstan. 19:37 13.05.2026 RIA Kabardino-Balkaria - Nalchik