Sadovnichy proposes creating association of BRICS universities

The rector of Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov, Viktor Sadovnichy, speaking at the opening of the BRICS Global University Summit, proposed creating an association of scientific and educational centers of the organization.

The rector also expressed confidence that this association will support "our countries in strengthening long-term strategic cooperation." In addition, Viktor Sadovnichy proposed that the universities create their own rankings.

The rector of the Moscow State University of International Relations, Anatoly Torkunov, supported this idea, noting that "it can unite our universities in our common interests," RIA Novosti reports.