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Liability
The organizers cannot accept liability for any personal accidents, loss of belongings or damage to private property of participants and accompanying persons that may occur during the Conference. Participants are advised to make their own arrangements to obtain health, travel and property insurance before their departure.
Currency
The Russian currency is Ruble. The current exchange rate to the Euro and the US dollar can be checked at http://www.oanda.com/convert/classic (choose RUB as the Russian currency code).
Language
The official language of the Congress will be English. No simultaneous translation will be offered.
Electricity
The electricity is 220 V, 50 Hz. Japanese, UK , USA and other visitors: please note that Russia has European/continental-type electric plugs.
Telephone
You can use public telephones with phone cards which can be obtained at special kiosks.
Climate and clothing
The weather in Moscow at the end of July is usually sunny and warm . Temperatures typically range between 18 – 28°C during the day. However, rain or spells of colder weather are not excluded, so make sure to bring along an umbrella and a warmer jacket.
Travel information
Moscow is easy accessible to domestic and international travelers by air, train, bus or car. Moscow International airport (Sheremetyevo-2) is connected with major European airports and is located about 30 kilometers of the city center.
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