Russian cultural center trained Mongolian journalists, nine will travel to Russia for media program | Ukraine news

A Moscow linked language course concluded in Ulaanbaatar, and some graduates plan to travel to Russia for an international media training program.

In Mongolia, a Russian-language course for local journalists has concluded, and they plan to travel to Russia to participate in the international educational program “School of New Media.”

This was announced in the Telegram channel of the Center for Countering Disinformation under the National Security and Defense Council.

«In the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, a Russian-language course for local journalists has ended. It was held at the ‘Russian House’ – an institution that promotes propaganda and Russia’s interests abroad under the guise of cultural exchange»

– Center for Countering Disinformation under the National Security and Defense Council

It is noted that 25 representatives of Mongolian media took part in the program – correspondents of television and radio companies, internet outlets, print media, as well as editors and heads of media structures. By August, nine graduates of this course will travel to Russia to participate in the mentioned international educational program, which involves meetings with media representatives, educational modules, and master classes.

Context of Educational Programs and Influence

The Center for Countering Disinformation emphasizes that, in reality, Mongolian journalists will be taught methods of operating in the information space that align with Russian propaganda approaches and promote narratives favorable to the Kremlin. Russia actively uses such “educational” programs to advance its political interests abroad. One of the key directions of this activity is working with journalists and media professionals. Through training, internships, and professional exchanges, Moscow builds long-term networks of contacts among foreign journalists, experts, and opinion leaders.

The Kremlin places particular emphasis on Asian countries, where it aims to strengthen its influence amid growing international isolation, the Center noted.

In previous materials of the Center for Countering Disinformation, there was mention of the expansion of the activity of the Russian Orthodox Church in Africa – in less than three years its network grew from four to thirty-four countries.

As a result, educational and informational initiatives with journalists from different countries are increasingly serving as tools for expanding Russia’s external influence on the world stage.

Overall, such educational and informational programs with media professionals from various countries have become an important instrument for forming long-term ties and Moscow’s influence in the media sphere, which has a significant impact on the information agenda in different regions.