The International Russian-Chinese Conference of Young Scientists "The latest achievements in general Surgery -2021", organized by Harbin Medical University and Ulyanovsk State University, was held on November 25. In her welcoming speech, the Dean of the First HMU Hospital, Professor Bo Hong, stressed the importance of the event, noted that the two universities have long-term friendship and cooperation, and expressed hope for further development of academic cooperation. The Dean of the Medical Faculty of USU, Professor Lyudmila Belova, told about the history of cooperation between USU and HMU, about the jointly held events and plans for the future, wished the forum participants successful and productive work. The conference presents the latest developments and methods of young scientists on the diagnosis and treatment of surgical diseases, rehabilitation of patients after operations, new approaches, and areas of surgery in the conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic.

After the presentation of all the reports, the organizers thanked the participants and expressed the hope that the event provided an opportunity for talented young scientists from Russia and China, who are passionate about surgery, to unleash their scientific potential, exchange scientific knowledge and experience, and take part in the discussion of topical issues. This will contribute to strengthening academic cooperation between our universities, international cooperation in the field of medicine and healthcare