Moscow State Institute of International Relations, Diplomatic university in Moscow, Russia.
The Moscow State Institute of International Relations is a school for diplomacy and international affairs in the Russian capital. The facility spreads across multiple buildings with specialized faculties for international relations, law, economics, and political science.
The institute was founded in 1944 as part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to train diplomatic personnel during World War II. After the war, it grew into a leading training ground for diplomats from Russia and other countries.
The institute goes by the Russian nickname Mgimo, which shortens its full official name and is instantly recognizable among locals. Students from many nations move through the corridors, where Russian mixes with dozens of other languages heard throughout the day.
The campus sits somewhat outside the center and is reachable by metro, so visitors can locate the main buildings without much difficulty. Some areas are only accessible with prior registration, so contacting the administration beforehand is advisable.
The institution offers instruction in more than 50 foreign languages, making it one of the most comprehensive language programs worldwide. This roster covers rarely taught languages such as Pashto, Swahili, and several Southeast Asian languages that few other places teach.
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