The "Innovative Development of the Vitebsk Region" Congress will bring together representatives of business, science, and interested organisations in the city on the Dvina River, the Vitebsk Regional Marketing Centre informed a BELTA correspondent.
The significant economic event for the region, held with the aim of stimulating innovative activity of organisations across all economic sectors, will take place on 27 November at the administration of FEZ "Vitebsk". The programme includes exhibition expositions showcasing innovative scientific and technical developments and products. Considering the development of the chemical industry, mechanical engineering sector, and agro-industrial complex in the Vitebsk Region, new items will be predominantly presented in these areas. Subsequently, congress participants will hold a business contact exchange dedicated to current issues on the topic. Particular attention will be paid to the current state of cluster initiative development in Belarus and the activities of free economic zones as a basis for enhancing the innovative and investment activity of economic entities. Individual developments with high potential for commercialisation and implementation in enterprises will also be presented. Based on the outcomes of the event, agreements and protocols on cooperation are planned to be concluded.
"Science and business have already reached an understanding of the need for interaction, as only through close cooperation can they achieve maximum efficiency. The Congress is of interest to representatives of both sides, as it is aimed at deepening the integration of science, education, and business, and promoting scientific and technical developments for their implementation and commercialisation," the marketing centre emphasised.
The event is organised by the State Committee on Science and Technology, the Economics Committee of the Vitebsk Regional Executive Committee, FEZ "Vitebsk", the Vitebsk Regional Marketing Centre, and the Vitebsk Regional Employers' Union.