Panel Session
Latin America — Greater Eurasia: An Era of New Strategic Opportunities
Latin America is a dynamic center of the multipolar world with economic leaders such as Brazil and Mexico. The region possesses immense potential for the development of people’s diplomacy: civil society institutions and numerous NGOs implementing social, humanitarian, educational, and cultural projects are actively operating here. This creates a solid foundation for strengthening trust and international ties.
The discussion will focus on: effective formats of cooperation between Greater Eurasia and Latin America; project implementation and how to overcome challenges such as vast distances and limited funding; the relevance of Russian practices in Latin America for protecting historical memory and traditional values; integrating modern digital solutions into traditional formats of people’s diplomacy, and other issues.
The panel of experts is unique. Leading public figures, scholars, and cultural leaders from Latin American countries will participate in the discussion.
The discussion will focus on: effective formats of cooperation between Greater Eurasia and Latin America; project implementation and how to overcome challenges such as vast distances and limited funding; the relevance of Russian practices in Latin America for protecting historical memory and traditional values; integrating modern digital solutions into traditional formats of people’s diplomacy, and other issues.
The panel of experts is unique. Leading public figures, scholars, and cultural leaders from Latin American countries will participate in the discussion.
The goal of the panel discussion is
To explore new formats of cooperation with Latin America using the tools of people’s diplomacy and direct contacts between opinion leaders from different countries
Questions
for discussion
for discussion
- A brief overview of projects implemented over the past three to five years, identifying promising formats for interaction based on traditional values and cultural sovereignty of each country.
- Shared worldview and common vision for development. Why, despite the distances, countries of Eurasia and Latin America have always been united by a special friendly and spiritual connection. How to strengthen and develop this unique "friendship bridge" between continents.
- Prospects for modern formats of cooperation in high technology, IT, medicine, education, and science.
- How digital platforms and technologies can overcome communication barriers and facilitate project launches over long distances, which is particularly relevant for engagement with Latin America.
- Creating communities of like-minded individuals from Greater Eurasia countries in the region.
- People’s diplomacy as the key to growth and the creation of new strategic opportunities.
- The relevance of Russian experience in preserving traditional values and protecting historical memory within the framework of Latin America-Greater Eurasia cooperation.
Moderator
Nikita Anisimov
Member of the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation, international journalist
Speakers
- Video greetingNatalia OreiroUruguayan actress and singer
- Video greetingJoão PortinariThe only son and custodian of the legacy of Brazil’s most famous artist, Candido Portinari
- CubaErnesto Guevara MarchBusinessman, founder of a tourism company
- BrazilAdilson AraújoPresident of the Central Union of Workers of Brazil CTB
- MexicoCarolina Gaspar RamírezDirector of the Mexico-Russia House of Culture
- RussiaDmitry PolikanovDeputy Head of Rossotrudnichestvo
- RussiaDmitry RozentalDirector of the Institute of Latin America of the Russian Academy of Sciences
- ArgentinaSilvana YarmolyukFilm director, head of the Coordinating Council of Russian Compatriots in Argentina
- MexicoBraziel Acosta PeñaFormer deputy of the Mexican parliament, representative of the social movement "Antorcha Campesina"
- RussiaDaria YuryevaHead of the Department for Latin American Countries at the International News Agency and Radio Sputnik
- BrazilRubens RicciardiConductor, director of the student orchestra "USP Filarmônica"
- UruguayJorge TraversoVice President of the National Commission for Social Organizations of CONOSUR
- ParaguayLiza Kira BogarinLawyer, head of the department of a municipal company
- CubaOscar Villar BarrosoProfessor at the University of Havana, political scientist (Cuba)
- RussiaLyudmila SekachevaPresident of the regional public organization "BRICS. World of Traditions"
- RussiaAlisa KazelkoGeneral Director of LATAM Consulting Group, political scientist, member of the "Digoria" Expert Club
- RussiaNadezhda BychkovaHead of the International Research Center “Cybernetics”
- RussiaVyacheslav KraskoDocumentary filmmaker
DECLARATION
Panel Session
"Latin America – Greater Eurasia: An Era of New Strategic Opportunities"
«We, the participants of the Panel Session from Russia, Brazil, Mexico, Cuba, Argentina, Venezuela, Uruguay, Paraguay and other countries, state that trust and mutual respect are the basis for building harmonious relations between the peoples of different countries. Global harmony is impossible without striving to create a just and multipolar world with equal opportunities for all people of our planet. We call for the development of intellectual exchange platforms that promote mutual understanding and strengthen international relations between Russia and Latin America.
We have identified the following areas of cooperation:
public diplomacy, science, education, sports, art, protection of historical memory and humanitarian projects.
Science and education are key factors in the development of society. We support initiatives to strengthen scientific, cultural and educational cooperation between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia. This includes the exchange of experience, joint research and internship programs for students and scientists.
Russia-Latin America relations
We believe that Russia-Latin America relations should be based on the principles of mutual respect, equality and consideration of the interests of both sides. It is important to develop economic, humanitarian, cultural and educational cooperation, as well as strengthen friendly ties between our peoples.
Relationship infrastructure
Effective cooperation between Latin America and Eurasia needs solid infrastructure of relations. This includes the development of main transport corridors, digital technologies and mechanisms of dialogue between representatives of business, science and culture.
Human communication is of key importance
Human communication remains the basis for the development of international relations. We emphasize the importance of face-to-face meetings, the exchange of experience and the creation of conditions for an open dialogue between representatives of different countries.
It is important to emphasize the importance of truth and objective information, as opposed to the ideologies of the neoliberal and imperialist American cultural industry (due to its cultural invasion and colonial aggression).
The role of NGOs
Non-profit organizations play an important role in strengthening international relations. We welcome the support of NGO initiatives aimed at developing cooperation between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia.
Creation of societies, associations and holding of friendship events
We support the creation of societies, associations and friendship events that promote communication between representatives of different countries. This will help to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation.
Relations between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia
We strive to develop mutually beneficial relations between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia, including economic cooperation, cultural exchange and joint projects in the field of science and education.
The problem of insufficient awareness about Russia and Latin America
We recognize that the lack of knowledge about Russia and Latin American countries is an obstacle to the development of cooperation. We call for the creation of educational programs and information platforms that will help us better understand the political systems, economies, and cultures of both sides.
Characteristics of Russian and Latin American civilizations
We emphasize the uniqueness and richness of both civilizations, which have common origins. The protection of historical values and sovereignty is a priority for both sides. We call for the legal protection of these values.
The role of Russian compatriots and graduates of Soviet and Russian universities
Russian compatriots living in Latin American countries and graduates of Soviet and Russian universities play an important role in strengthening ties between our regions. We support their initiatives and contribute to the development of their potential.
Creation of joint independent media
We call for the creation of joint independent media covering Russian civilization in Spanish and Portuguese. This will contribute to a better understanding of Russia's unique features and achievements.
An obstacle to Russia's acceptance
We declare that the main obstacle to the acceptance of Russia and all Russian is the vicious campaign of Russophobia unleashed by the collective West in order to discredit Russia as a worthy interlocutor for our countries. We must stop these campaigns and promote awareness of the true Russia, the greatness of its people and its people throughout history, and how it has repeatedly saved humanity from the most reactionary forces of all time. It is also important to promote recognition of the fascist invasion of the USSR, which claimed 27 million lives during the Great Patriotic War (World War II), as genocide.
Declaration: The Eurasian and Latin American regions are a "territory of opportunities for the present and the future"
We consider the Eurasian and Latin American regions as a "territory of opportunities for the present and the future." The Global South and the Eurasian region have enormous potential for cooperation and development. We call for joint efforts to create a sustainable future for humanity."
Moscow, September 21, 2025.
We have identified the following areas of cooperation:
public diplomacy, science, education, sports, art, protection of historical memory and humanitarian projects.
Science and education are key factors in the development of society. We support initiatives to strengthen scientific, cultural and educational cooperation between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia. This includes the exchange of experience, joint research and internship programs for students and scientists.
Russia-Latin America relations
We believe that Russia-Latin America relations should be based on the principles of mutual respect, equality and consideration of the interests of both sides. It is important to develop economic, humanitarian, cultural and educational cooperation, as well as strengthen friendly ties between our peoples.
Relationship infrastructure
Effective cooperation between Latin America and Eurasia needs solid infrastructure of relations. This includes the development of main transport corridors, digital technologies and mechanisms of dialogue between representatives of business, science and culture.
Human communication is of key importance
Human communication remains the basis for the development of international relations. We emphasize the importance of face-to-face meetings, the exchange of experience and the creation of conditions for an open dialogue between representatives of different countries.
It is important to emphasize the importance of truth and objective information, as opposed to the ideologies of the neoliberal and imperialist American cultural industry (due to its cultural invasion and colonial aggression).
The role of NGOs
Non-profit organizations play an important role in strengthening international relations. We welcome the support of NGO initiatives aimed at developing cooperation between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia.
Creation of societies, associations and holding of friendship events
We support the creation of societies, associations and friendship events that promote communication between representatives of different countries. This will help to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation.
Relations between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia
We strive to develop mutually beneficial relations between Latin America and the countries of Eurasia, including economic cooperation, cultural exchange and joint projects in the field of science and education.
The problem of insufficient awareness about Russia and Latin America
We recognize that the lack of knowledge about Russia and Latin American countries is an obstacle to the development of cooperation. We call for the creation of educational programs and information platforms that will help us better understand the political systems, economies, and cultures of both sides.
Characteristics of Russian and Latin American civilizations
We emphasize the uniqueness and richness of both civilizations, which have common origins. The protection of historical values and sovereignty is a priority for both sides. We call for the legal protection of these values.
The role of Russian compatriots and graduates of Soviet and Russian universities
Russian compatriots living in Latin American countries and graduates of Soviet and Russian universities play an important role in strengthening ties between our regions. We support their initiatives and contribute to the development of their potential.
Creation of joint independent media
We call for the creation of joint independent media covering Russian civilization in Spanish and Portuguese. This will contribute to a better understanding of Russia's unique features and achievements.
An obstacle to Russia's acceptance
We declare that the main obstacle to the acceptance of Russia and all Russian is the vicious campaign of Russophobia unleashed by the collective West in order to discredit Russia as a worthy interlocutor for our countries. We must stop these campaigns and promote awareness of the true Russia, the greatness of its people and its people throughout history, and how it has repeatedly saved humanity from the most reactionary forces of all time. It is also important to promote recognition of the fascist invasion of the USSR, which claimed 27 million lives during the Great Patriotic War (World War II), as genocide.
Declaration: The Eurasian and Latin American regions are a "territory of opportunities for the present and the future"
We consider the Eurasian and Latin American regions as a "territory of opportunities for the present and the future." The Global South and the Eurasian region have enormous potential for cooperation and development. We call for joint efforts to create a sustainable future for humanity."
Moscow, September 21, 2025.
