The IX International Forum of higher education institutions "Global Competitiveness" was held in Moscow. Its purpose is to discuss the tasks and tools for improving the competitiveness of Russian universities, taking into account changes in the national and global agendas. The main organizer of the forum is the RAEX agency, whose university ratings have successfully passed the international audit of the IREG Observatory, the most authoritative association in the field of educational ratings.

The forum will present the X annual rating of the best universities in Russia RAEX-100, as well as subject ratings, compiled for the first time on the basis of statistical data and unique reputation surveys of RAEX. An award ceremony will be held for organizations and individuals who have made a significant contribution to the development of science and education in Russia.