ABSTRACT
Makrov conveys that over the years, the Yalta Conference has become a necessary expert platform for discussing a wide range of international problems. Recommendations developed during these discussions are in high demand among experts, researchers, and political analysts. This conference is being held at a turbulent time. The year 2021 is drawing to a close. It is already clear that this was a difficult and to a certain extent watershed year. The world is still in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, which poses an unprecedented challenge to humanity. The novel coronavirus infection has been a shock to both the global economy and global politics. But most importantly, it has been a real test for millions of ordinary people. And although increasing vaccination rates help to mitigate the effects of the pandemic, it is already clear that normal life is still a long way off.