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February 27
- The Challenges of the Digital Economy: The Role of Sociocultural Factors and Infrastructure in Business Growth In partnership with the All Russia Public Organization “Delovaya Rossiya” The digital economy is developing rapidly throughout the world, and is becoming an important factor in increasing a country’s competitiveness. In his address to the Russian Federal Assembly, President Vladimir Putin emphasized the key role played ...
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The digital economy is developing rapidly throughout the world, and is becoming an important factor in increasing a country’s competitiveness. In his address to the Russian Federal Assembly, President Vladimir Putin emphasized the key role played by digital technology in innovative national development, and proposed that the country “launch a large-scale, systemic economic development programme for the next generation of technology.”
In order to implement this objective effectively, it is essential to take full account of both the opportunities afforded by technological progress and the inherent potential risks. In the new digital economy, growth is determined by the speed of technological development, but can only be secured by people. In this context, it is important to devote special attention to creating an environment for people, on the success or failure of whom the evolution of technology will depend. Staff training, the quality of healthcare, education, food consumption, access to the Internet – these and a number of other social aspects of the investment climate will play an ever greater role in the immediate future.
- Public–Private Partnership in Sport: Problems and Prospects In partnership with the Ministry of Sport of the Russian Federation In recent years, Russia has achieved a breakthrough in the development of sporting infrastructure. State investment programmes made this growth in the fitness and sports industry possible, but the transition from state funding to a public–private ...
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In recent years, Russia has achieved a breakthrough in the development of sporting infrastructure. State investment programmes made this growth in the fitness and sports industry possible, but the transition from state funding to a public–private partnership model is the new objective and challenge facing the sporting industry, and opening up enormous potential for its development. Current issues include the efficient use of facilities and improving the investment appeal of sporting infrastructure, particularly in the regions. What examples exist of successful implementation of public–private partnership to build and operate sporting facilities? How possible would it be to replicate these projects? Is there a difference between private and state-owned sporting facilities in terms of efficiency of use? How can the concept of sports centres be expanded during the design phase, and how can they be made more appealing to the population? How can sporting facilities fill their schedules with commercial content designed to ensure their long-term, efficient operation?
- Improving Access to Energy Infrastructure: Applying the Experience of Major Cities to Create New National Standards In partnership with the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation Given the current economic situation that has arisen due to the global economic crisis, the issue of improving access to energy infrastructure has become increasingly important both for business and for the nation as a whole. Over the past three y...
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Given the current economic situation that has arisen due to the global economic crisis, the issue of improving access to energy infrastructure has become increasingly important both for business and for the nation as a whole. Over the past three years, thanks to ongoing work to improve the regulatory framework and to implement a road map to expand access to the country’s energy infrastructure, Russia has been able to move up the rankings in the World Bank’s Doing Business index, climbing 135 positions in the Getting Electricity indicator. The ease of doing business in Russia was assessed by aggregating the results for two of the country’s cities: Moscow and St. Petersburg. How can the experience of Russia’s two largest cities be turned into a new standard for the entire country? Will electricity distribution companies be able to keep up the pace set by the leaders under current circumstances? What role do federal and regional regulatory agencies, as well as local government agencies, play in the implementation of new accessibility standards for energy infrastructure? What are the prospects for a similar programme that has been launched to facilitate connections to gas distribution networks? How do consumers rate what companies have done?
- New Conditions for Doing Business in Russia’s Far East: First Success Stories In partnership with the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East In 2016, a comprehensive set of new conditions were introduced for investing and doing business in Russia’s Far East: advanced special economic zones (ASEZs), Vladivostok Free Port, targeted infrastructure support, and concessional financing for p...
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In 2016, a comprehensive set of new conditions were introduced for investing and doing business in Russia’s Far East: advanced special economic zones (ASEZs), Vladivostok Free Port, targeted infrastructure support, and concessional financing for projects (up to 5% per annum in roubles).
The application of new tax and administrative regulations is already enabling Russia’s Far East to compete freely with leading economies in the Asia-Pacific region and with other regions of Russia for investment resources. Russia’s Far East can offer projects with a return on investment surpassing the market average, as well as access to natural resources and a qualified workforce.
The first results are already in: following the adoption of the new development tools in 2016, 24 new enterprises were launched; in 2017 the figure will be 75, with a total of 280 in the coming three years. To what extent are new development tools required, and what influence do they have on the investment market? What are the Russian Far East’s competitive advantages in comparison with Asia-Pacific countries and other regions of Russia? What impact are the Free Port and ASEZ schemes having on projects? How does accessible financial support for projects in Russia’s Far East work in practice?
- Financing Infrastructure Projects In partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation The global economic crisis has had a serious impact on the role of traditional investors in infrastructure projects. On the one hand, governments have problems financing infrastructure due to constrained public budgets, and on the other banks are ...
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The global economic crisis has had a serious impact on the role of traditional investors in infrastructure projects. On the one hand, governments have problems financing infrastructure due to constrained public budgets, and on the other banks are not currently willing to provide long-term financing at affordable rates. This has led to an active search for other ways of implementing these projects. What are the most effective funding mechanisms available today? What are the main challenges that private investors encounter when financing infrastructure projects? How can we create an environment in which it is possible to reduce risk? How do public–private partnerships (PPP), concession agreements, infrastructure bonds, and other instruments work?
- The Judicial System and Doing Business Safely: Recent Trends Business security issues remain a critical factor in improving the level of real business activity and in deciding whether to open a new business in Russia. Improvements in this area are the subject of joint work by the Institute of the Commission...
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Business security issues remain a critical factor in improving the level of real business activity and in deciding whether to open a new business in Russia. Improvements in this area are the subject of joint work by the Institute of the Commissioner for Entrepreneurs’ Rights, the Russian Prosecutor General’s Office, and law enforcement agencies. What are the latest achievements in this area? How are legislative innovations being applied and are they effective? What needs to be done in the near future and how do business leaders assess their level of protection? What steps should be taken to further improve Russian legislation and the judicial system and contribute to the ongoing establishment of a comfortable business environment for investors and entrepreneurs?
- SMEs: Formula for Success In partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation Russia has instituted a system of support for SMEs that is aimed at providing financial, material, and other forms of assistance. What major outcomes of supporting SMEs have been achieved? How is support provided for startups? What is the mechanis...
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Russia has instituted a system of support for SMEs that is aimed at providing financial, material, and other forms of assistance. What major outcomes of supporting SMEs have been achieved? How is support provided for startups? What is the mechanism for involving SMEs in the procurement procedures of large state-owned companies? Are Russian SMEs able to cope with the mandated quality requirements and delivery terms and volumes? Do SMEs have access to financing?
