On September 23, 2025, experts, researchers, and students from Russia and Tanzania gathered online for the international conference “Sustainable Forest Management: The Role of Centers of Excellence for Forest Science and Education in Russia and Tanzania.” The event was more than just an academic exchange. It marked the conclusion of the Russian and Tanzanian Scientific and Educational Expedition, a project that has been building bridges between the two countries in forest science and education.

The Government of Tanzania, through the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, has emphasized that collaboration among universities is a vital source of knowledge, a driver of innovative solutions, and a cornerstone for safeguarding future generations in pursuit of sustainable development.