In the course of interactive discussions, interesting debates and exclusive presentations, many issues key to Russia’s current economic situation were analysed, as well as the role of western investors in implementing innovative projects in the country.
Those who participated in this event are united in their conclusion that “the Russian economy is worth investing in!”
“Russia’s economy is still one of the most advantageous for business development” - Daniel Thorniley, President, DT-Global Business Consulting GmbH.
“Investments in Russia’s economy have real potential. Our economy is healthier than that of many Central European countries and developing markets… In priority segments – new technologies, energy, pharmaceuticals, communications and a host of others – the support of foreign partners will be profitable for everyone” - Arkady Dvorkovich, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation.
“Already rules regulating the presence of foreign specialists on the territory of the Russian Federation are being simplified; customs control and export regulations are being improved, and development is being stimulated in the regions, where special economic zones are being created” - Artem Shadrin, Acting Director of the Department of Strategic Management and Budgeting, Ministry of Economy and Development of the Russian Federation.
Our conference participants:
• Heard the most up-to-date information about the Russian Government’s main goals and programmes for business development in Russia in a presentation given by Arkady Dvorkovich, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation.
• Learned what is meant by “Russia’s new innovative policies” and what can be gained by implementing them in a presentation by Artem Shadrin, Acting Director of the Department of Strategic Management and Budgeting, Ministry of Economy and Development of the Russian Federation.
• Made contact with many potential business partners: our conference was attended by 100+ representatives from the most prominent Western and Russian corporates
• Discovered new possibilities for advancing in the Russian market thanks to exclusive presentations by successful business leaders including Michael Shukov, Dow and Peter Tils, Deutsche Bank AG and Dr Boris Nemsic, Vimpelcom and Evgeny Kuznetsov, Director, Strategy and Communications Department, Russian Venture Company.
We are proud of the success of our first joint conference and the positive reviews that it has received from the companies and media that attended. Let me once again express my gratitude, and wish you all new opportunities, innovative ideas, and successful development of your business in Russia!
