To establish a shared educational framework for the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), talks focused on creating an electronic school—a unified digital platform for secondary education—are underway. A proposal outlining this concept has been submitted to Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko by a State Duma deputy and is being reported by RT with reference to the correspondence.
Advocates note that Russia has already developed strong digital education tools that enjoy wide interest beyond its borders. A prime example cited is the Russian Electronics School portal, which reportedly attracted substantial usage, with tens of millions of interactions in a single year. This demonstrates a demand for accessible, high-quality e-learning resources that can cross national boundaries and support learners across different systems. (source: RT)
Proponents argue that an Eurasian Electronic School could become a hub where education ministries, teachers, and students from the EAEU member states share curricula, best practices, and teaching materials. Such a platform could lay the groundwork for a cohesive educational space across the union, strengthening collaboration in pedagogy, assessment standards, and digital literacy across borders. (attribution: policy brief from the proponents)
Beyond curriculum sharing, the initiative is also seen as a vehicle to promote language and cultural awareness. By providing accessible resources about Russian language and culture, the project could help future visitors and residents engage more deeply with the region, while also supporting international exchanges and mutual understanding. (research note: cultural outreach considerations)
In light of these perspectives, the proposal urges Chernyshenko to review the idea and communicate the government’s position. The discussions touch on how a single digital school could align with broader education reform goals and accelerate the modernization of learning environments across member states. (official report: paraphrased from the meeting notes)
Separately, Rosobrnadzor is working toward the full implementation of a Unified Digital Education Documents Register. When fully rolled out, this system could streamline applications to higher education institutions and simplify job applications that require verified educational records. The goal is to make credentials more portable and verifiable in the evolving digital economy. (official update)
In related developments, statements from higher leadership indicate support for using national currencies in cross-border payment systems within the EAEU. This approach is viewed as a promising step for facilitating smoother financial transactions and fostering greater regional integration in education and beyond. (policy observation)