Recently, Professor Vladimir Litvinenko, Rector of Saint Petersburg Mining University, sent a Spring Festival greeting letter to Professor Yu Miaojie, President of Liaoning University. The letter conveyed warm wishes for the Chinese New Year and expressed a sincere vision for deepening collaboration between the two universities.

Saint Petersburg Mining University, established in 1773 with the approval of Empress Catherine II, holds the distinction of being the first higher technical educational institution in Russian history. Located in the city of Saint Petersburg, the university is renowned for its rich historical legacy and profound educational traditions. It has made significant contributions to the fields of mining and geological sciences, cultivating numerous geologists, mining engineers, and metallurgists. With state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and an extensive collection of minerals, the university provides students with a high-quality educational and research environment.

According to the official website of Saint Petersburg Mining University, the institution achieved an impressive milestone in the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject, securing third place globally in the field of Mineral and Mining Engineering, marking its best performance to date.

Below is the original text of the greeting letter: