23 July 2024
On July 24-25, an off-site session of the Eastern Economic Forum will
take place in Hong Kong, during which representatives of Russia and Hong Kong
will discuss current issues of trade and economic cooperation and the
development of business ties.
The off-site session will be held in the format of a series of meetings
with Chinese business associations and Chinese companies. Participants include
the Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, the Hong Kong Trade Development
Council (HKTDC), the China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC), and
InvestHK.
A
comprehensive presentation of the Roscongress Foundation's opportunities for
foreign businesses is planned for the upcoming event. These opportunities arise
from projects such as the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, the
"Let's Travel!" Tourism Forum, Russian Energy Week, the Russian
Design Industry Forum, and the Eastern Economic Forum. Participants will be
able to learn about the latest initiatives and projects aimed at strengthening
international cooperation and enhancing Russia's investment attractiveness.
During
the off-site session, there will also be negotiations with representatives of
companies conducting business in Hong Kong. The topic of discussion will be
updating approaches to organizing interaction with Chinese businesses.
Additionally, a meeting will be organized to inform about new formats of the
Roscongress Foundation's work. The events will be attended by representatives
of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Hong Kong.
Hong
Kong is an important world-class financial center. Its openness to
international markets, favorable business climate, and innovative environment
make it an attractive partner for Russia. In 2023, there was a significant
growth in bilateral trade volume, which approached $6 billion. More than half
of the goods imported from Hong Kong to Russia are vehicles, mainly cars, and
equipment.
"Hong
Kong is not only a financial center but also an innovation hub, and cooperation
with it opens new horizons for Russian business. It is important for us to
develop and strengthen relationships, which is why the off-site sessions of the
Eastern Economic Forum are of great significance. They help establish strong
ties with foreign businesses and highlight the unique opportunities offered by
the Roscongress Foundation," noted Igor Pavlov, Deputy Director of the
Roscongress Foundation and Director of the Eastern Economic Forum.
The Eastern Economic Forum annually becomes a major international
platform for discussing economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. This
year, it will be held from September 3-6 in Vladivostok, traditionally
gathering representatives of businesses, government authorities, the expert
community, and international organizations. The forum provides a unique
opportunity for exchanging ideas, establishing contacts, and discussing
strategic development directions for the region.
15 July 2024
Russia, China, and Mongolia discuss intensifying cooperation at EEF offsite event in Chita
The New Horizons 2024 Transbaikal Foreign Economic Forum, an offsite event of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), will be held in Chita and the Aginsky Buryatsky District on 19–20 July. The EEF is being organized by the Roscongress Foundation.
04 September 2024
The digital present. Effective platform solutions for different economic sectors
Digital platforms are having a significant impact on the development of the urban environment, accelerating innovation and helping to improve quality of life. They are already impacting the Russian economy by creating opportunities for temporary employment and labour mobility. Stimulating the introduction of platform solutions into the urban economy will allow for faster implementation of the latest technologies and improve the quality of services. This was the conclusion reached by the participants of the session ‘The Digital Present. Effective Platform Solutions for Different Economic Sectors', which took place within the framework of the Eastern Economic Forum.
05 September 2024
Russia and China on the threshold of a new phase of cooperation
China has long been Russia’s primary foreign trade partner, and cooperation between the two countries has only intensified since 2022. Today, trade partners are facing difficulties concerning payments and logistics as a result of sanctions, but these challenges are gradually being overcome. In addition, Russian-Chinese relations should not be defined purely by trade, and it would be prudent to strengthen cooperation in science, sharing technologies, and developing the space sector. This will elevate partnership to a new level. Those were the conclusions reached at the Russia–China session held at the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF).
