The Moscow Region branch of the Presidential Academy hosted a lecture by Peter Mutuku Mathuki, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kenya, focused on international business and diplomacy. The event was part of the XIV All-Russian Scientific-Practical Conference “Managing change in the context of the new economic reality and the formation of multipolar world.”
Ambassador Peter Mutuku Mathuki began by sharing his impressions of Russia, particularly praising its advanced urban infrastructure. He highlighted prospect for economic cooperation between Russia and Kenya, the expansion of Russian business in Africa, and tourism’s role as a key economic sector. The Ambassador also noted ongoing discussions about introducing visa-free regime between the two counties.
“My mission is to advance our diplomacy and strengthen bilateral cooperation. I am deeply impressed by the high level of education at your institution. I hope to foster collaboration between the Presidential Academy and Kenyan universities and warmly invite your students for internships in Kenya,” said Peter Mutuku Mathuki.
Alexander Uskov, a student at the Academy’s Moscow Region branch, remarked that the meeting with the Ambassador had been highly significant for international management student. He noted that gaining first-hand insights and practicing English through direct interaction were invaluable experiences, and thanked the Academy for organising this event.
The conference attracted over 250 participants, including students, faculty, business representatives, and local government officials. Key discussions focused on managing change at macro- and micro-levels, legislative frameworks for supporting small and medium-sized businesses, and current trends in public administration and economics.
Artashes Arsenyan, the head of the Moscow Region branch, highlighted that the conference brought together experts, practitioners, and emerging researchers to address contemporary challenges. He stressed such factors as digitalisation, technological advancements, ecological concerns, and geopolitical shifts necessitate robust systems for managing change in a multipolar world.
During conference sessions, participants also exchanged views on essential managerial competencies and prevailing trends in governance and economics.
