Special Alloy Cup and Wish Board: projects of the Ural-Siberian macroregion were discussed at the RUSSIA EXPO

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At the plenary session "Space of the Future: Ural-Siberian Macroregion" the heads of the regions of the Urals Federal District presented promising projects on three thematic lines (dominants) — oil and gas industry, technological sovereignty and infrastructure.

The discussions were launched by Vladimir Yakushev, Plenipotentiary Envoy of the President of Russia to the Urals Federal District. He brought with him the Special Alloy Cup, symbolizing the rich history, culture and achievements of the macroregion, and also presented the district's Wish Board.

"Today I did not come empty-handed. The cup to which I want to draw your attention is special: it has a special energy alloy, as it is imbued with the unique energy of the regions of our county. The authors of the cup are masters of metal weapons from Zlatoust. The cup reflects everything that instills a sense of pride for the country," said Vladimir Yakushev.

The Urals envoy also presented the key vectors of the district's development until 2030: "The first dominant factor is oil, it includes the oil and gas, and petrochemical industry, the second one is that only through joint efforts we can achieve technological sovereignty, and the third one covers the developed infrastructure".

Vladimir Yakushev left an entry on the Wish Board and invited the heads of regions to write their dreams and goals on it, and for everyone to touch the Cup and make a wish. "Everything will come true, you just have to wish for it," concluded Vladimir Yakushev.

Igor Levitin, Aide to the President of the Russian Federation, Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for International Cooperation in the Field of Transport, spoke about the special importance of the macroregion, and also noted that the main role in its development is played by people.

"It is very important that here, in the Urals, people understand their purpose, they know and can do everything, and back in Soviet times they showed that you can count on them and rely on them. That is why I would like to wish you success, good luck, support, and to hold on to this cross on which the balance of logistics of the Russian Federation is based," said Igor Levitin.

Evgeny Kuyvashev, Governor of the Sverdlovsk region, described how major infrastructure projects can set a new vector for the macroregion's development and generate sources of growth that can nourish the economy for decades to come.

"By implementing these important projects, we are laying a solid foundation for achieving the main goal - the prosperity of the entire Greater Urals, increasing the well-being of our fellow countrymen. I am convinced that the regions of the Urals Federal District will always be powerful drivers of economic and cultural development of the entire country, the home of talents, inventors, strong spirits, energetic and hardworking people," said Evgeny Kuyvashev.

Dmitry Artyukhov, Governor of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area, drew the attention of those present to the way the economy influences social results. "We are a young region, the average age here is 35, and what makes us especially happy is that we have a 'top five' birth rate. We are second only to Chechnya, Dagestan, Ingushetia, Tuva, and the fifth place is actually Yamal. And if people are looking confidently into the future, expanding their families, then we are on the right track," concluded Dmitry Artyukhov.

Alexander Moore, Governor of the Tyumen region, noted that in terms of investment policy, development of industry, small and medium-sized businesses, everything in the region is done for the sake of the residents, especially for young people.

"By 2035, the number of young residents of the Tyumen region will almost double, and we are already implementing a strategically important project for us — a world-class inter-university campus. It will create conditions and even more opportunities for the intellectual and creative development of young people and will become a new basis for the technological development of the region's economy," said Alexander Moore.

Ruslan Kukharuk, Acting Governor of Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Area — Yugra, noted that while developing its potential, the region actively uses modern technologies and innovations: "Unmanned transport, logistics spaces, oil and gas production control centers, smart wells and virtual fields have become an industry standard in traditional oil production. In addition, on the instructions of the President of the Russian Federation, a world-class innovative scientific and technological centre UNITY-PARK is being created in the region. By 2030, the Centre will become a place of attraction for young researchers, scientists who will create new products in oil and gas production, oil and gas refining, genetics and biomedicine".

The International RUSSIA EXPO is the most important achievements of the country gathered in one place. Throughout the Exposition, cultural events, a rich business and educational program await the guests. The expositions of 89 Russian regions, leading federal agencies, corporations and public organizations are presented to the visitors. More than 14 million people have already visited the Exposition. The International RUSSIA EXPO takes place at VDNH in Moscow from November 4 to July 8.