How the first day of the XI International Economic Forum "Innovations. Investments. Prospects" went
Within the framework of the forum, numerous exhibitions and expositions of scientific and technical achievements, demonstration platforms of hundreds of enterprises and organizations, institutions of higher and secondary vocational education of the Vitebsk region were deployed. Their activities and capabilities are of interest not only to business representatives, but also to residents and guests of the regional center.
A subcontracting exchange has started its operation in the areas of industry, construction, agriculture, transport and logistics, education, and others. International conferences on scientific and technical achievements were held in eight pavilions, and cooperation documents were signed here.
A business meeting with guests – and delegations from China, Uzbekistan, ten regions of Russia, employees of the diplomatic corps of the United Arab Emirates, Vietnam, Iran, Pakistan, business representatives from India, Iran, Israel are participating in the forum – was held by the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee Alexander Subbotin.
– This forum, although regional, has acquired an international resonance, – emphasized the head of the region, thanking the guests for visiting the event. – Our goal was not only to showcase our region, our capabilities, and for this purpose, more than 100 organizations are participating in the presentation exhibition. All 21 districts of our region are represented, as well as the cities of Vitebsk and Novopolotsk. Therefore, everyone will find partners for cooperation according to their interests.
The main task that the forum addresses is communication between guests, representatives of our enterprises and organizations, and officials. The warm, friendly relationships established can be a solid foundation for the development of business, projects, and cooperation. The head of the region wished the foreign guests an interesting time, productive meetings, and positive emotions.
Vitebsk region has been cooperating with Heilongjiang Province of the PRC for a long time, and sister city agreements have been concluded between it and Polotsk, Novopolotsk, and Vitebsk. China is interested in our products such as flax, linen fabric, and linen clothing. Heilongjiang Province, like Vitebsk region, participates in the implementation of the "One Belt, One Road" initiative, so logistics issues are relevant for both regions. In particular, Vitebsk region is interested in cooperation in the logistics of goods transportation. The opening of new terminals in the "Bremno-Orsha" special economic zone is possible.
– In June, our delegation will take part in the International Trade and Economic Exhibition in Harbin, – shared her plans, Deputy Chairperson of the Regional Executive Committee Anzhelika Nikitina. – Based on our sister-city relationships, we expect to find common ground not only in terms of selling flax fiber and building logistics chains, but also in terms of supplying our high-quality food products – canned meat and dairy products, wood products: MDF boards, products made from them, and lumber. The development of our ties is evidenced by the fact that last year exports to the PRC increased 2.5 times, and this year – almost 3 times. It is clearly visible that our products are in demand in China, and we have huge potential there.
The forum became a platform for concluding direct contracts between enterprises. The signing of six cooperation agreements is also planned. Among the new business partners of the enterprises of the Vitebsk region, along with representatives of the PRC, are actively the administrations of regions and cities of the Russian Federation.
As part of the solemn opening of the forum, enterprises of the Vitebsk region were awarded for high achievements in the development of economic sectors and attracting investment; laureates of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee Prize for talented young scientists and specialists; winners of the competition "Best Goods of the Republic of Belarus for 2022".
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