Business programme

The Beginning of the Future. How Foundations Can Work Together to Make BRICS Stronger

07 Jun , 09:00–10:00
The Transition to a Multipolar World Economy
pavilion G, conference hall G5

In this time of dizzying technological breakthroughs and global challenges, it is essential that we support the development of the next generation if we hope to create a better future. Doing so is in the best interests of both the state and business. We stand on the threshold of great discoveries and unparalleled opportunity, where every new talent has the potential to become the star that will lead humanity to new horizons of knowledge and innovation. In this context, the business community is investing money, knowledge, and resources to create new opportunities, educate, and develop the full potential of our youth. What kinds of financial and resource support are already being used by the business communities in Russia and abroad? How do foundation projects help to develop a nation’s resources? What kind of educational projects and scientific pursuits have the greatest potential to attract business investment? What strategies and programmes can be developed to support talented youth and achieve governmental objectives? What forms could co-operation between foundations in different countries take?

Moderator
Yury Bogdanov, Anchor, Russia 24 TV Channel

Panellists
Motaz Abuonq, Founder and CEO, Value Makers Studio
Vicente Barrientos, Chairman (President), Coordination Council of the Joint Center for Business Cooperation "BRICS"
Tatiana Zhuravleva, General Director, Andrey Melnichenko Charity Foundation
Vipin Kumar, Chief Scientist, National Innovation Foundation of India (online)
Bobur Farmanov, Director, Foundation for the Development of Science and Education "Ziyo Forum"
Zhongyuan Zhao, Director, China Technology Transfer Center of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states
Prann Sharma, Executive Director, BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Omar El-Barbary, Chief Executive Officer, OBM Education

Front row participants
Purnima Anand, President, BRICS International Forum
Tatyana Seliverstova, Director, BRICS Business Incubator

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