The Spread of the Turkish Language in Russia: Current State

Introduction. The strengthening of global ties and intercultural interaction are leading to the spread of foreign languages in Russia. In this context, the Turkish language is of particular interest as a factor in cultural, economic and educational interaction between Russia and Turkey. The relevance of the chosen topic is due to Turkey's growing role in international relations, the intensification of tourism and trade and economic exchange, as well as the growing interest of Russians in Turkish culture, educational programs mand opportunities for professional migration. The central research task is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the factors, mechanisms and specifics of the spread of the Turkish language in the Russian Federation at the present stage in the context of the dynamics of bilateral relations.
Materials and methods. The research materials include regulatory and educational documents (programs of universities and language schools in the Russian Federation), reports from Russian-Turkish cultural centers, linguistic and didactic resources (textbooks, dictionaries), data on the tutoring services market, media content (media, social networks), and Rosstat statistics on educational and labour migration. The methodological basis is a systematic approach using content analysis of text sources, comparative analysis of institutional practices, quantitative processing of statistical data, and critical interpretation of results in the context of Russian-Turkish relations.
Results. The study showed that in recent years there has been a steady growth in interest in the Turkish language as a means of professional and cultural interaction. At the same time, its spread is uneven: active study of the Turkish language is observed primarily in the southern regions of Russia, in large metropolitan areas, as well as in those regions where contacts with Turkish business circles are well developed. Turkish cultural centers, Turkish media products, as well as universities and language courses play a significant role in popularization of the language. There is a sustained interest in the Turkish language in the context of the development of intercultural dialogue, academic mobility and regional cooperation.
Conclusion. The conclusions drawn can be used in the development of educational programs aimed at expanding linguistic choice, as well as in the formulation of state and regional policies in the field of humanitarian cooperation. They also contribute to a deeper understanding of the role of language as an instrument of «soft power' in the modern world.