{"id":94860,"date":"2025-09-19T04:02:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T04:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=94860"},"modified":"2025-09-19T04:02:00","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T04:02:00","slug":"russia-opens-world-youth-festival-assembly-with-culture-connection-and-phygital-sport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=94860","title":{"rendered":"Russia opens World Youth Festival Assembly with culture, connection, and phygital sport"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The World Youth Festival Assembly was officially launched by government of Russia, welcoming 2,000 young leaders and innovators from across the globe to the historic city of Nizhny Novgorod for a five-day programme of dialogue and discovery. <\/p>\n

The first day was dedicated to immersing delegates in Russia\u2019s rich historical and cultural tapestry through a series of tours, immersive exhibitions, and the pioneering spectacle of phygital sports.<\/p>\n

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The delegates\u2019 introduction to Russia began with explorations of Nizhny Novgorod\u2019s iconic landmarks, including the formidable Kremlin, the bustling Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street, and the picturesque confluence of the Volga and Oka rivers at Strelka. <\/p>\n

Tours, led by the \u2018Guides of Meanings. Tour Guides\u2019 community and supported by the \u2018More than a Trip\u2019 programme, provided deep cultural and historical context.<\/p>\n

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The itinerary featured the \u2018Atom. Future\u2019 exhibition, celebrating 80 years of the Russian nuclear industry, and the innovative WORKSHOP multimedia art space, offering a blend of business and cultural insights into the nation\u2019s achievements.<\/p>\n

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A warm welcome: Delegates respond<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The initial impressions from international participants were overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the city\u2019s beauty and resonant history.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe tour was incredibly interesting, and I enjoyed the guide\u2019s stories greatly. I admire the Russian architecture! Nizhny Novgorod fascinated me with its beauty, coziness and special spirit,\u201d said Malak Shaaban from Egypt.<\/p>\n

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Nelson Kumagah is Ghanaian based in Russia, he said, \u201cI love Russia, the people here are friendly, I have peace of mind here and I am not thinking of going back home (Ghana) soon. This (the festival) is another opportunity to tell the world that Russia is peaceful and I expect to learn more before leaving Nihzny.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Delia, a participant from Italy, noted the city\u2019s familiar charm, saying, \u201cI found it very similar to Italian cities. I saw the Kremlin and can tell that it is a wonderful place which played an important role during the Second World War. I greatly respect the peoples of your country.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Nolvazi Zhuber Mabilisi, the view of the Volga River was a standout moment. \u201cI heard a lot about it, but today I had a chance to see it myself. This is definitely a place I wish to live at,\u201d she shared.<\/p>\n

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An immersive journey through time<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The cultural immersion culminated in the \u2018Symphony of Time: Feel, Live, Create!\u2019 immersive show. This multimedia spectacle transported the audience through key epochs of Russian history, from ancient Rus and the golden age of culture to the Soviet era, before arriving at the dynamic image of 21st-century Russia. <\/p>\n

A powerful soundtrack blending classical compositions by Sviridov with modern folk tunes and pop icons like Muslim Magomayev enhanced the visual narrative.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI liked the show very much; it had an amazing vibe. We felt ourselves like in cosmic space,\u201d said Diana Abdulkhairova from Crimea. \u201cIt is very important to show something like that at events, especially for foreign guests, to make them familiar with our culture and history.\u201d<\/p>\n

A glimpse into the future of sport<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In a forward-looking segment of the day, Nizhny Novgorod solidified its status as a hub for innovation by hosting the Phygital Games 2025. <\/p>\n

Assembly participants were among the first to witness high-stakes competitions in phygital basketball and hockey, where athletes compete in both digital (virtual) and physical realms.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI think it\u2019s a great idea to combine the physical and digital space!\u201d remarked Khodor Hamdan from Lebanon. \u201cI will watch the game with pleasure and familiarise myself with this new sport.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Fostering the next generation: The children\u2019s programme<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Running parallel to the main assembly is a dedicated children\u2019s programme for 200 schoolchildren aged 14-17. Focused on developing youth diplomacy and international friendship, the programme includes workshops on personal branding, communication skills, and collaborative project development within international teams, under the guidance of the International Association of Children\u2019s Organizations (IACO).<\/p>\n

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The World Youth Festival Assembly in Nizhny Novgorod continues until September 21st, with further days set to explore themes of international cooperation, innovation, and youth leadership. <\/p>\n

The event stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to strengthen global ties among the next generation of leaders.<\/p>\n

The Festival is organised by the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs (Rosmolodezh) and co-organised by the Government of the Nizhny Novgorod region and it is implemented as part of the national \u201cYouth and Children\u201d project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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