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Kazan Halal Market International Halal Trade Fair(Agro-industrial park "Kazan")
12 May,
11:00-12:00
Agro-industrial park "Kazan"
Kazan Halal Market International Halal Trade Fair(Agro-industrial park "Kazan")
12 May, 11:00-12:00
Agro-industrial park "Kazan"
The 14th Meeting of the Russian-Indonesian Joint Commission on Trade, Economic and Technical Cooperation
12 May,
16:30-17:30
Kazan Town Hall
The 14th Meeting of the Russian-Indonesian Joint Commission on Trade, Economic and Technical Cooperation
12 May, 16:30-17:30
Kazan Town Hall
Access to the event is restricted (according to protocol lists).
The Intergovernmental Russian-Indonesian Commission is a key coordinating mechanism for the development of bilateral relations between Russia and Indonesia. Its tasks include not only discussing, but also practical solutions to issues related to the expansion of trade, economic, investment, industrial, energy, infrastructure, financial, scientific, technological, tourism and humanitarian cooperation.
The meeting is of particular interest to representatives of government authorities, industry associations, export-oriented companies and research centers, as it allows them to see how the interstate dialogue is transformed into instruments of real cooperation. For the business community, participation in such an event is valuable not only for the content of the speeches, but also for the opportunity to grasp the long-term architecture of the economic priorities of the two countries, shaping the contours of future joint projects.
Co-Chairman from the Russian side: Denis Manturov, First Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation.
Co-Chair from the Indonesian side: Airlangga Hartarto, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia.
Festival of Eastern Cultures
13 May,
9:00-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
Festival of Eastern Cultures
13 May, 9:00-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
The Festival of Eastern Cultures, organised by Kazan Federal University in partnership with the Al-Hadara Arab Culture Centre, aims to foster cultural dialogue and strengthen international academic and humanitarian cooperation. The programme features photography and art exhibitions, video and poster contests, open lectures, language and script workshops, and cultural performances by representatives from Islamic world countries.
Attending the festival is particularly valuable for those who grasp that sustainable international cooperation begins not with contracts, but with the intellectual capacity to perceive another culture not as exoticism, but as a full world of meanings.
Industrial Excursions in 5 Main Directions
13 May,
Industrial Excursions in 5 Main Directions
13 May,
Industrial tours cover five key areas, including the industrial sector, agriculture and food industry, chemical sector, medicine, IT innovations, and education. Such site visits give a practical dimension to the forum: they allow participants to see not just declarations, but real production, technological, and management practices that make Tatarstan a prominent participant in international industrial and investment dialogue.
2) Agriculture and food industry (Kazan Dairy Plant LLC, Biosphere-fish Fish Farming Complex LLC, Maysky Greenhouse Plant LLC);
3) Chemical sector (Khimgrad JSC, Nefis Cosmetics JSC, Promenergo LLC);
4) Medicine (Nanopharm Development LLC, Eidos LLC, Interregional Clinical and Diagnostic Center);
5) IT innovations and education (Popov Technopark, Innopolis University, Bashir Rameev IT Park, School 21).
For more details on the schedule and cost visit the website: https://kazanforum.ru/promekskursii/ Contact person for operational coordination: Alexandra Garayeva, tel. +7 (927) 853-93-13.
International Chefs’ Cup
13 May,
09:00-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
International Chefs’ Cup
13 May, 09:00-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
The International Chefs Cup is a prestigious culinary competition with the participation of masters from different countries, including national cuisines, original sets, open screenings and tastings. Within the framework of the forum, this event should be understood not only as a gastronomic event, but also as a form of cultural diplomacy, where the language of taste, craft and symbolic hospitality becomes a means of intercivilizational communication.
For professionals of the restaurant industry, food manufacturers, halal certification experts and event economics specialists, the event is of particular value, as it clearly shows how gastronomy is becoming a tool for branding territories, export promotion and cultural influence.
Countries:
● Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
● Republic of Indonesia;
● Malaysia;
● Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Tunisian Republic;
● Kingdom of Morocco;
● Republic of Senegal;
● The Republic of Turkey;
● Arab Republic of Egypt;
● The State of Qatar;
● The Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan;
● United Arab Emirates;
● Kyrgyz Republic;
● Turkmenistan;
● Russian Federation.
International Exhibition “Russia & Islamic World Cooperation Expo”
13 May,
09:00-18:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Kazan Expo IEC
International Exhibition “Russia & Islamic World Cooperation Expo”
13 May, 09:00-18:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Kazan Expo IEC
The International Exhibition of Cooperation between Russia and the Islamic World presents investment and infrastructure projects, technological alliances, B2B initiatives, regional expositions, products of large businesses and SMEs, as well as solutions in the fields of Islamic finance and mechanical engineering.
From a business and analytical perspective, this exhibition is of particular interest because it presents the Islamic world not as an abstract geopolitical space, but as a complex set of markets, institutions, capital, and partnership models. Visiting the exhibition is essential for anyone seeking to understand where new windows of opportunity are emerging today for exports, production localization, cross-border investment, and development diplomacy.
The exhibition of International Cooperation between Russia and the Islamic World is:
● Investment and infrastructure projects;
● Presentation of mutually beneficial technological alliances in the Islamic economy;
● Exhibition of B2B projects, Islamic economy initiatives, and products of large businesses and SMEs;
● International stands;
● Regions of Russia;
● Partners and sponsors;
● Islamic finance;
● Mechanical engineerin.
International Exhibition of Investment and Infrastructure Projects
13 May,
09:00-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
International Exhibition of Investment and Infrastructure Projects
13 May, 09:00-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
Spanning approximately 1,800 square metres, the exhibition will showcase over 200 ready-to-launch investment solutions from diverse regions across Russia. The display encompasses industry, agribusiness, tourism, sports and entertainment, infrastructure, culture and creative industries, digital technologies, IT, logistics, and transportation. For forum participants, this represents one of the most valuable platforms, offering a concise overview to benchmark project maturity, regional investment strategies of federal subjects, and tangible scaling mechanisms. The list of applicants is nearing completion, with confirmed participation from representatives of the Republic of Buryatia; Kamchatka, Primorsky, and Khabarovsk Territories; and Kemerovo, Kursk, Penza, Pskov, Saratov, Tyumen, Ulyanovsk, and Chelyabinsk Regions, among others.
The full catalog of investment projects is available on the official website of the Forum. https://kazanforum.ru/.
International Property Market 2026 International Real Estate Exhibition
13 May,
09:00-18:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Kazan Expo IEC
International Property Market 2026 International Real Estate Exhibition
13 May, 09:00-18:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Kazan Expo IEC
International Property Market 2026 unites investors, developers, brokers, architects, financial institutions, and technology firms, establishing a premier international platform to explore the architecture of tomorrow's real estate market.
This event will convene developers, investors, top realtors, financial institutions, and key stakeholders from adjacent sectors across leading MENA and African nations, as well as Central and Eastern Asia. Tailored for industry professionals, it shifts focus from mere square footage to critical topics like resettlement models, infrastructure resilience, spatial culture, and the emerging trust economy within global capital markets.
The business programme features over 20 sessions, with preparations underway for discussions on:
1. Global architecture and the construction industry;
2. Artificial intelligence in construction;
3. Construction digitalisation;
4. Labour productivity;
5. Seismic-resistant building practices;
6. Public-private partnerships in construction;
7. Investors' business breakfast;
8. Leaders of Construction contest, hosted with the National Center for Construction Policy.
Official opening of the IT platform and Fintech hackathon CodeStorm by IT Park
13 May,
9:00-9:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Official opening of the IT platform and Fintech hackathon CodeStorm by IT Park
13 May, 9:00-9:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT‑Park, Technocratia.
The official opening brings together two key events of the IT platform of KazanForum 2026: the start of the business program and the appearance of the finalists of the international fintech hackathon on the main stage. Welcoming remarks will be delivered by representatives of the Ministry of Digital Development of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT‑Park, Technocratia, and VIP guests. The ceremony will feature a video presentation on the strategy of the Republic of Tatarstan for entering the markets of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member countries.
CodeStorm Fintech Hackathon by IT Park is an international competition in which approximately 100 participants from 18–20 teams develop applied solutions at the intersection of technology and global financial infrastructure over 48 hours. The organizers are the Ministry of Digital Development of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT‑Park, and Technocratia; the prize fund amounts to 500,000 rubles. The opening sets the tone for the entire business program of the platform, which covers fintech, IT solution exports, and international technological partnership.
Moderator: Mikhail Vanyushin, Host.
Speakers:
● Bulat Gabdrakhmanov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ruslan Vlasov, Director of the IT‑Park State Autonomous Institution "Technopark in the Field of High Technologies";
● Anatoly Mladshev, General Director of Technocratia;
● Ildar Khuzzyatov, Acting Mayor of Innopolis.
Participant Accreditation
13 May,
09:00-18:00
Participant Accreditation
13 May, 09:00-18:00
Participant accreditation is carried out at four main locations:
1. Accreditation Center of the Roscongress Foundation at the World Trade Center Moscow;
2. Event Accreditation Center № 1 at the Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Building B1;
3. Covered passage from Kazan Airport to the Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center;
4. City Accreditation Center at the IT‑Park High Technology Technopark.
Access to Forum events is strictly by accreditation, which requires registration on the Forum's official website and obtaining a badge at the accreditation desks at the above addresses.
N1. Plenary session "Global Fintech Trends"
13 May,
09:30-10:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
N1. Plenary session "Global Fintech Trends"
13 May, 09:30-10:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT‑Park.
The forum participants will discuss strategies for the entry of Russian fintech into the markets of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Which specific niches in the field of fintech are the most promising for Russian companies to enter the markets of the OIC countries? What cooperation mechanisms can accelerate the implementation of Russian fintech products in the OIC countries and increase the trust of regulators and end users?
The focus will be on such important topics as Islamic banking and digital finance, including Sharia compliance, central banks of digital currencies (CBDCs), the concept of open banking in the context of the OIC, as well as issues of payment systems and cross-border transfers, such as the Financial Messaging System (SPFS), the digital ruble and aggregators.
Moderator: Mikhail Vanyushin, Host.
Speakers:
● Anatoly Mladshev, Director General of Technocratia;
● Artur Zaripov, Director General of Ranks LLC.
A1. B2B meetings
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 1(round table 70 people)
A1. B2B meetings
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 1(round table 70 people)
B1. B2B meetings
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 2 (theater 70 people)
B1. B2B meetings
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 2 (theater 70 people)
E1. Public Procurement: New Challenges and Exchange of Experience
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E1. Public Procurement: New Challenges and Exchange of Experience
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
Organizer: State Procurement Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan, Siberian Institute of State and Municipal Management – Autonomous Non‑profit Organization of Additional Professional Education (ANO DPO "SibIGMU").
Public procurement is a key mechanism for allocating budget resources and meeting public needs — from medcine supplies to infrastructure projects. Amid the current geopolitical and economic turbulence, the sector faces challenges that require rapid adaptation of regulatory and procedural norms.
The State Procurement Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan and ANO DPO "SibIGMU" bring together representatives of the contract systems of Russia, Turkey, and Belarus to discuss practical issues of international cooperation in public procurement. The discussion will focus on building cross‑border supply chains under sanctions, mechanisms for transferring institutional experience without replicating systemic errors, and striking a balance between procurement transparency and excessive administrative barriers.
Moderator: Tatyana Rerikh, Rector of the Siberian Institute of State and Municipal Management – Autonomous Non‑profit Organization of Additional Professional Education (ANO DPO "SibIGMU"), General Director of RPG‑Consult, Expert, Legal Practitioner in Procurement.
Speakers:
● Anna Katamadze, Deputy Head of the Federal Treasury of Russia (online);
● Elena Dybova, Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation;
● Mr. Mehmet Bıçkıcı, Second President of the Public Procurement Authority of the Republic of Türkiye;
● Natalia Tyshkevich, Deputy Director of the Republican Unitary Enterprise "National Center for Marketing and Price Studies" of the Republic of Belarus (video message);
● Anton Kryzhanovsky, Deputy General Director of the State Order Agency of the Republic of Tatarstan JSC;
● Alexander Pogorelov, Deputy Head of the Department of Banking Support for Cross-Border Projects at Gazprombank JSC.
F1. Economic Integration of Russia and Pakistan in the Eurasian Context
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F1. Economic Integration of Russia and Pakistan in the Eurasian Context
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
In the context of the transformation of global logistics chains and geopolitical changes, Russia and Pakistan are gaining new opportunities to deepen economic cooperation. Traditionally viewed as peripheral to key trade routes, both countries can now play a significant role in shaping the polycentric economic architecture of Eurasia. Which sectors of the economy have the greatest potential for deepening trade and economic cooperation between Russia and Pakistan, taking into account the current geopolitical changes and the needs of both countries? What mechanisms of international and regional cooperation (including within the framework of the EAEU, SCO and other formats) can strengthen the economic integration of Russia and Pakistan and reduce the impact of external restrictions?
Moderator: Marina Tumasheva, Head of the Department of International Economic Relations, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies, Kazan Federal University.
Speakers:
● Anastasia Obukhova, Researcher at the Center for the Study of the Near and Middle East at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
● Adam Saud, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Baharia University (Pakistan);
● Ishtiaq Ahmad, Professor, School of Political and International Relations, Quid-Azam University (Pakistan);
● Nazir Zaman Magsi, Lecturer at the Department of Management, Moscow Polytechnic University;
● Ghazala Yasmin, Rector of Swabi Women's University;
● Olga Kirillova, Associate Professor, PhD, Kazan Federal University, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies;
● Gleb Makarevich, Researcher at the Center for the Indo-Oceanic Region, IMEMO RAS;
● Vladimir Malaev, Associate Professor, PhD, Kazan Federal University, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies;
● Irina Morozova, Associate Professor, PhD, Kazan Federal University, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies;
● Almira Nagimova, Doctor of Economics, Professor at the Ufa University of Science and Technology, Chief Researcher at the Ufa Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
● Ilgizar Khasanov, Professor, Doctor of Sciences, Kazan Federal University, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies;
● Fizza Batul, Junior Lecturer at SZABIST University;
● Emad Hussein, An Employee of SZABIST University.
G1. Humanitarian presence in the countries of the Islamic world - new tools
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G1. Humanitarian presence in the countries of the Islamic world - new tools
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation (Rossotrudnichestvo).
In the context of the transformation of international relations, municipal diplomacy is coming to the fore. Twin cities, public diplomacy, cultural and educational exchanges are becoming not just a backdrop for big politics, but an independent instrument of influence. But the old mechanisms don't work the way they used to, and the new ones haven't been tested yet. This round table will bring together those who form and implement Russia's humanitarian presence in the countries of the Islamic world: representatives of the Russian Foreign Ministry, the Kazan Mayor's Office, the Moscow government, deputies of the State Duma, heads of partner Russian houses in Iraq, Oman, Libya, Mali, Niger and other countries, as well as the Spiritual Administration of Muslims.
What models of interaction between Russian houses in the Islamic world and twin cities have already shown their effectiveness, and what elements of these models can be scaled or adapted for other territories?
The main task of the session: to form an understanding and practical approaches to the involvement of partner Russian houses in the development of cooperation between twin cities, as well as to identify possible models and formats of such interaction.
Moderator: Pavel Shevtsov, Deputy Head of the Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation (Rossotrudnichestvo).
Speakers:
● Kirill Sapozhenkov, Deputy Director of the Department for Relations with the Subjects of the Federation, Parliament and Public Associations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation;
● Ilsur Metshin, Mayor of Kazan, Honorary Chairman of the Association of Cities and Municipalities of the BRICS+ countries, President of the UN Advisory Committee on Local Self-;
● Al-Barghash Alak Ali Mohammed, Director of the Partner Russian House in Iraq;
● Anna Popova, Head of the Partner Russian House in Oman Омане;
● Dmitry Savelyev, Director General of the International Public Organization Center for People's Diplomacy, Head of partner Russian houses in Libya, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Namibia, Niger, Ghana, Sao Tome and Principe, Mozambique, Mali, Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation;
● Abdulkasimov Husnidin, Deputy Managing Director of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Moscow and the Central region "Moscow Muftiate”;
● Anastasia Sibileva, Head of the International Relations Department of the Department of Foreign Economic and International Relations of the City of Moscow.
H1. Plenary Session of the II Russian-Pakistani International Conference "The Evolution of Russian-Pakistani Relations in a Changing World Order" (Kazan Federal University)
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H1. Plenary Session of the II Russian-Pakistani International Conference "The Evolution of Russian-Pakistani Relations in a Changing World Order" (Kazan Federal University)
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
What key factors determine the dynamics of Russian‑Pakistani relations today, and how do they relate to global geopolitical changes? What mechanisms of multilateral cooperation can most effectively support the development of the Russian‑Pakistani partnership?
The conference aims to bring together scientists, politicians, practitioners, businessmen and students from various countries to study the developing relations between Russia and Pakistan in the context of the changing world order. Through interdisciplinary discussions, the conference seeks to identify opportunities for collaboration, share best practices, and explore innovative approaches to long-term partnerships.
Moderator: Timirkhan Alishev, Vice-Rector for External Relations of Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University”.
Speakers:
● Dmitry Tayursky, First Vice-Rector – Vice-Rector for Research of Kazan Federal University;
● Vadim Kozlov, Deputy Director for Research at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies, Kazan Federal University;
● Albert Pavlovich Khorev, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Pakistan;
● Faisal Javed, Conference Coordinator, Head of the Department of International Relations and Mass Communications/Deputy Director of ORIC, Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology (Urdu) (Islamabad Campus);
● Natalya Zamaraeva, Senior Researcher at the Center for Middle Eastern Studies of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences – Russian Analytical School in Oriental Studies.
Interactive platform "I am the Builder of the Future!"
13 May,
10:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Pavilion A3, Hall 1, stand "I am a Builder of the Future"
Interactive platform "I am the Builder of the Future!"
13 May, 10:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Pavilion A3, Hall 1, stand "I am a Builder of the Future"
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, Public Council under the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation.
The project is aimed at career guidance for schoolchildren and students, familiarization with modern construction, engineering and urban professions, as well as developing skills in working with digital technologies, VR simulators, mock-up and artificial intelligence.
Master classes for students of grades 9-11 and students are held within the framework of the site:
● "Digital TRP" Interactive game "Urbanism";
● The engineering case "Construction of the future. A view from above";
● "Eco-factory of the future: creating a mock-up of foam board";
● "Building a dream village with a low-rise academy";
● Engineering case study "Modern welder.
J1. World-class Russian educational programs: Alabuga SEZ for foreign citizens
13 May,
10:00-11:30
IEC "Kazan Expo" Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
J1. World-class Russian educational programs: Alabuga SEZ for foreign citizens
13 May, 10:00-11:30
IEC "Kazan Expo" Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
Organizer: Alabuga Special Economic Zone.
Alabuga Special Economic Zone presents world-class Russian educational programs for foreign citizens. The Alabuga Polytech dual training system and the Alabuga Start international project (44 participating countries) allow students from the second year to work in real production, receiving a salary and a full social package. How can this experience be scaled to the countries of the Islamic world? How to ensure a balance between the requirements of the international labor market and national educational standards when implementing the "study + work" model in the countries of the Islamic world, taking into account cultural and institutional characteristics?
Moderator: Aida Zaripova, Head of the International Business Development Department at Bank Tochka Joint Stock Company.
Speakers:
● Eduard Yaushev, Project Manager of the Administration Service of the Alabuga Polytech Educational Cluster;
● Konstantin Trifonov, Chief Specialist, HR Management Department;
● Artur Kadaev, Chief Specialist of HR Management Department;
● Shamil Shakirov, Chief Specialist of HR Management Department.
K1. B2B meetings
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 11(round table 70 people)
K1. B2B meetings
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 11(round table 70 people)
L1. Sukuk structuring, governance and financial reporting under AAOIFI standards
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2 floors
L1. Sukuk structuring, governance and financial reporting under AAOIFI standards
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2 floors
Organizer: Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI).
Sukuk is one of the most complex and simultaneously most sought-after instruments of the Islamic financial market. However, the success of a sukuk issuance depends not only on the approval of the Sharia board. The key risks lie in structuring, asset management, and correct financial reporting. This is where discrepancies between investor expectations and actual performance most often arise.
AAOIFI — the global standard-setter for Islamic accounting, auditing, and governance — is conducting a workshop that bridges this gap. The format is not lecture-based: from concept to case study.
Participants will go through the full cycle: from asset selection and legal structuring to post-issuance management and reporting in accordance with AAOIFI standards. A comprehensive case study will allow participants to encounter real-world problems: what to do if an asset ceases to generate income, how to disclose information during partial early redemption, and how to reconcile the requirements of regulators, Sharia, and international standards?
Moderator: Khondamir Nusratkhuzhayev, Head of the Accounting and Reporting Department of the Islamic Development Bank (ISDB).
Workshop Instructors:
● Andrey Zhuravlev, Senior Researcher at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IV RAS));
● Muzaffar Khusnudinov, General Director of Mezon Kengashi (Uzbekistan);
M1. Cultural code - the basis for mutual understanding with foreign partners (Opora Russia)
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, 16 halls
M1. Cultural code - the basis for mutual understanding with foreign partners (Opora Russia)
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, 16 halls
Organizer: All-Russian Non-Governmental Organization of Small and Medium Business “OPORA RUSSIA”.
At the session, speakers with extensive business experience will talk about non-obvious cultural factors in foreign countries that affect business success. How traditions and social norms are changing the rules of negotiation and marketing? Why do the same strategies work in some countries and fail in others? What hidden barriers (from relation to time to hierarchy) should be considered when entering a new market? How to turn understanding cultural codes into a competitive advantage.
Real cases, practical tools and insights from those who have already gone this way!
Moderator: Azat Gazizov, First Vice-President of the All-Russian Non-Governmental Organization of Small and Medium Business “OPORA RUSSIA”.
Speakers:
● Khaled Mohamad Alhamdi, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's National Franchising Committee;
● Soliu Sumaila, Sales Engineer in the Foreign Sales Department of Plant of Drilling Techniques LLC;
● Daria Suntsova, Permanent Representative of the Head of the Udmurt Republic to the President of the Russian Federation, Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Udmurt Republic;
● А Rail Asainov, Mufti of the Republic of Mordovia, member of the Public Chamber of the Republic of MordoviaМордовия;
● Svetlana Plekhova, Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Adamant Logistics LLC. Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Economic Activity (FEA) of the Rostov Regional branch of OPORA RUSSIA”.
O1. Opening of the photo exhibitions "Turning the Living Pages of East Africa" and "Indonesian Album"
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Cluster C
O1. Opening of the photo exhibitions "Turning the Living Pages of East Africa" and "Indonesian Album"
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Cluster C
Official Opening of the Kazan Halal Market International Trade Fair
13 May,
10:00–11:00
Agro-industrial park "Kazan"
Official Opening of the Kazan Halal Market International Trade Fair
13 May, 10:00–11:00
Agro-industrial park "Kazan"
Kazan Halal Market is an international trade fair bringing together producers of food, cosmetics, clothing, accessories, household goods, and other product categories that comply with halal requirements. The fair creates not only a sales platform but also an environment for the reputational positioning of brands, for whom certification, consumer trust, and cultural sensitivity become independent economic assets.
The fair is conceived as an institutional showcase of the halal economy, bringing together consumer culture, export potential, family audiences, and new formats of international cooperation. For visitors, it offers an opportunity to see how ethical standards, religious norms, and market dynamics form a modern ecosystem of sustainable demand.
Participation in Kazan Halal Market is a wonderful opportunity to become a part of the vast world of Halal, where brands and visitors come together. The venue is designed for both family visits and successful shopping experiences:
● Wholesale and retail trade;
● Fashion and beauty;
● Consumer goods.
Participants:
● Rustam Minnikhanov, Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan, Chairman of the Strategic Vision Group "Russia – the Islamic World";
● Kamil Samigullin, Hazrat, Head of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Tatarstan, Mufti of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Latifa El Bouabdelaoui, Director General of the Islamic Trade Development Center (ICDT, Morocco);
● Youssef Hassan Khalawi, Secretary General of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development;
● Maxim Markovich, Deputy Minister of Agriculture of the Russian Federation.
In 2026, more than 100 companies from 9 countries will be represented at the fair.:
1) Russian Federation;
2) Republic of Türkiye;
3) Turkmenistan;
4) Republic of India;
5) Republic of Belarus;
6) Republic of Kyrgyzstan;
7) Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
8) Afghanistan;
9) Sudan.
And 11 subjects of the Russian Federation:
1) The Republic of Tatarstan;
2) The Republic of Chuvashia;
3) The Republic of Bashkortostan;
4) The Republic of Mordovia;
5) Moscow region;
6) Nizhny Novgorod region;
7) Penza region;
8) Kabardino-Balkarian Republic;
9) Sverdlovsk region;
10) Tomsk region;
11) St. Petersburg
P1. Negotiation territory: Business communication in a multipolar world (Russian Foreign Trade Academy)
The simulation game will not only integrate real business contexts of domestic enterprises operating in the markets of Islamic countries into the educational process but also create a platform for intercultural dialogue between Russian and international students, as well as demonstrate best practices in training personnel for foreign economic activity to the expert community. Furthermore, the simulation game will contribute to achieving the Forum's objectives, including the development of foreign economic ties and the training of highly qualified personnel.
Moderator: Svetlana Balakireva, Head of the BABT School of Negotiations, Associate Professor of the Department of Management and Marketing at the Russian Ministry of Economic Development, Associate Professor, Candidate of Philological Sciences;
Anna Cherkasova, Director of the VAVT Research Institute of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation, Associate Professor, Candidate of Philological Sciences.
Speakers:
● Vittoria Idrisova, Rector of the All-Russian Academy of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation;
● Suleiman Al-Sabei, Representative of Sultan Qaboos University (Oman), PhD.
R1. B2B meetings
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 1, 1st floor(theater 120 people) SAND
R1. B2B meetings
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 1, 1st floor(theater 120 people) SAND
S1. Architectural code of the era: national heritage and sustainable urban development in the context of global cooperation
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Stone Hall, 1st floor
S1. Architectural code of the era: national heritage and sustainable urban development in the context of global cooperation
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Stone Hall, 1st floor
Organizer: Department for Control of State Visual Communications of the National Center "Russia", Moscow Architectural Institute (MARKHI), Fund for the Promotion of Investment Activities "Club of Investors of Moscow".
The session is devoted to the role of architecture as a key instrument of state visual communication and a carrier of values that shape the image of the era. The participants discuss approaches to the creation of sovereign visual codes in architecture and urban planning, connecting the cultural and historical DNA of the territory with advanced technologies and socially significant meanings. Special attention will be paid to architectural and planning solutions for the development of territories with high scientific potential, as well as international practices: interpretation of heritage for the sustainable development of cities in the Persian Gulf and the formation of a new architectural code of Tajikistan through the multifunctionality and integrated development of territories.
The purpose of the session is to develop conceptual and practical approaches to the formation of architectural codes that ensure visual identity, semantic integrity and sustainable development of territories based on the synthesis of cultural heritage, modern technologies and government priorities.
Moderator: Anna Mozhaeva, Deputy Chairwoman of the Board of the Council on Architecture and Urban Planning under the National Center "Russia".
Speakers:
● Andrey Melentyev, Head of the Department for State Visual Communications Control of the National Center "Russia";
● Vladislav Preobrazhensky, Executive Director of the Investment Facilitation Fund "Moscow Investors Club";
● Alisher Tadzhiev (Tajikistan), General Director of the Association of Employers and Coordinators of Labor Resources of Friendly Countries (ARKTR), Vice President of the Association for the Promotion of Construction Industry Development "National Strategic Partnership".
● Dmitry Klimov, Corresponding Member of RAACS, Vice President of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Construction Sciences;
● Vladimir Shchekin, Co-founder and Co-owner of the Development Company "Rodina Group";
● Dr. Haifa Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Dean of the College of Engineering of the University of Bahrain (Bahrain) (online);
T1. B2B meetings
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
T1. B2B meetings
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
С1. B2B meetings
13 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 3(theater 100 people)
С1. B2B meetings
13 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 3(theater 100 people)
CodeStorm by IT Park Fintech Hackathon: Pitch Sessions
13 May,
10:30-14:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
CodeStorm by IT Park Fintech Hackathon: Pitch Sessions
13 May, 10:30-14:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT‑Park, Technocratia.
Fifteen talented teams will present their unique fintech solutions developed in response to case studies from partner banks. The jury, composed of bank representatives and independent experts, will evaluate the projects according to several criteria: innovativeness, feasibility, market potential within the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and presentation quality.
22 teams present fintech solutions based on case studies from partner banks.
Jury: Bank representatives and independent experts.
Evaluation Criteria: Innovativeness, feasibility, market potential in the OIC, pitch quality.
Moderator: Mikhail Vanyushin, Host.
Experts:
● Seitnazarov Kuanyshbai Kenesbayevich, Head of the Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization Sector of the Jokargy Kenes of the Republic of Karakalpakstan;
● Maria Khmyleva, Chairperson of the Management Board of International Bank 131;
● Anatoly Mladshev, General Director of Technocratia LLC.
Lunch in the format of bilateral meetings
13 May,
11:30-13:00
Lunch in the format of bilateral meetings
13 May, 11:30-13:00
15th Session of the General Conference of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation on Education, Science and Culture (ICESCO)
13 May,
12:00-13:00
Millennium Panorama, Sapphire Hall
15th Session of the General Conference of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation on Education, Science and Culture (ICESCO)
13 May, 12:00-13:00
Millennium Panorama, Sapphire Hall
Organizers: Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Education, Science and Culture (ICESCO), Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, Government of the Republic of Tatarstan
Access to the event is restricted (according to protocol lists).
The main task of the General Conference is to formulate the general policy and oversee the activities of ISESCO. Meetings are held every 4 years. The event is attended by the Ministers of the ISESCO member States or their authorized representatives.
Incoming delegations:
● Arab Republic of Egypt;
● Brunei Darussalam State;
● The State of Libya;
● The Islamic Republic of Iran;
● The Islamic Republic of Pakistan;
● Kingdom of Morocco;
● People's Republic of Bangladesh;
● United Arab Emirates;
● Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Republic of Benin;
● Republic of Guinea;
● Republic of Guinea-Bissau;
● Republic of Yemen;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Republic of Cameroon;
● Republic of Côte d'Ivoire;
● Republic of Maldives;
● Republic of Niger;
● Republic of Senegal;
● Republic of the Sudan;
● Republic of Tajikistan;
● The Republic of Tunisia;
● Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Republic of Chad;
● The Syrian Arab Republic;
● Union of the Comoros;
● Sultanate of Oman;
● Turkmenistan;
● Federal Republic of Nigeria;
● The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Press Conference of the Young Chefs Tournament (Press Center)
13 May,
12:15-12:45
Press Center
Press Conference of the Young Chefs Tournament (Press Center)
13 May, 12:15-12:45
Press Center
G2. First meeting of the Working Group on Science and Higher Education between the Russian Federation and the OIC countries
13 May,
12:30-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G2. First meeting of the Working Group on Science and Higher Education between the Russian Federation and the OIC countries
13 May, 12:30-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation (Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation), Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
On October 24, 2022, Russia and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) signed a memorandum of understanding in the field of science and higher education. As a follow—up to the agreements reached, the first meeting of the relevant working group will be held on May 13, 2026 in the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, the multinational and multi—religious city of Kazan.
The meeting focused on the development of academic mobility, cooperation within the framework of the climate agenda, ensuring researchers' access to large scientific infrastructures and projects of the "megascience" class, as well as the organization of multilateral research project competitions.
The main task of the session: The first meeting of the Working Group is aimed at coordinating further cooperation between Russia and the OIC Member States in areas of mutual interest. The event is offered as part of the implementation of the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding and cooperation in the field of science and higher education between the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation and the OIC dated October 24, 2022.
Access to the session is restricted (by separate lists).
Chairman: Airat Gatiyatov, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.
Co-Chairman: Mr. Muhammad Iqbal Chaudhary, General Coordinator of the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technical Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC-COMSTECH).
Speakers:
● Ekaterina Sechenova, Vice-Rector for International Relations of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Tyumen State University”;
● Dmitry Tayursky, First Vice-Rector, Vice-Rector for Science of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education Kazan Federal University”;
● Timirkhan Alishev, Vice-Rector for External Relations of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Kazan Federal University”;
● Alexander Belyaev, Director of the Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution "Federal Scientific Center for Agroecology, Integrated Land Reclamation and Protective Afforestation of the Russian Academy of Sciences";
● Anna Fedotova, Deputy Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution of Science "Federal Scientific Center for Agroecology, Integrated Land Reclamation and Protective Afforestation of the Russian Academy of Sciences";
● Aliya Khuzhakhmetova, Scientific Secretary of the Dissertation Council, Leading Researcher at the Laboratory of Bioecology of Woody Plants of the Federal State Budgetary Institution of Science "Federal Scientific Center for Agroecology, Integrated Land Reclamation and Protective Afforestation of the Russian Academy of Sciences”;
● Vladimir Kravchuk, Head of the International Activities Department at the Federal State Budgetary Institution "National Research Center "Kurchatov Institute”;
● Irek Suleymanov, Deputy Head of the Department of International Cooperation, Joint Institute for Nuclear Research;
● Vadim Zakharov, Rector of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education Ufa University of Science and; Idrisova Vittoria Viktorovna, Rector of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "All-Russian Academy of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia";
● Vittoria Idrisova, Rector of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "All-Russian Academy of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia»;
● Ms. Muddasir Asrar, Senior Adviser on Scientific Policy, Standing Committee on Scientific and Technical Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation;
● Mr. Shahid Mahmoud, Chairman of the Interactive Group, Senior Honorary Adviser, Standing Committee on Scientific and Technical Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation;
● Mr. Muhammad Riaz Khan, Advisor to the Coordinator General for Academic Program Support, Standing Committee on Scientific and Technical Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
A2. The first Meeting of the Russian-Afghan Working Group on Trade and Economic Cooperation
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A2. The first Meeting of the Russian-Afghan Working Group on Trade and Economic Cooperation
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia.
Access to the session is restricted (by separate lists).
The objective of the working group is to translate geographical proximity and historical logistics links into the language of specific contracts and transit agreements.
Participants will focus on three practical tracks: launching regular supplies of food and energy resources, simplifying phytosanitary and customs procedures, and finding sustainable settlement models that are convenient for businesses on both sides. Special attention is paid to the potential of Afghanistan as a transit bridge for Russian goods to South Asian markets.
What are the first practical steps outlined by the participants of the working group to launch regular food and energy supplies between Russia and Afghanistan? What is the potential of Afghanistan as a transit corridor for Russian goods to South Asian markets, and what joint logistics projects could implement this?
The meeting aims to create a predictable, depoliticized framework for mutual trade, where success is measured not by statements, but by the number of issued waybills and launched joint logistics routes.
Co-Chair from the Russian Side: Alexey Gruzdev, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.
Co-Chairman from the Afghan side: Sultan Gul Mohammad, Deputy Minister of Finance of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
B2.Living standards of the population: modern challenges and development vectors (Ministry of Labor of the Republic of Tatarstan)
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
B2.Living standards of the population: modern challenges and development vectors (Ministry of Labor of the Republic of Tatarstan)
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Labor, Employment and Social Protection of the Republic of Tatarstan.
The standard of living of the population is not only income statistics, but also the ability of the state to quickly respond to the vulnerability of families, create working elevators for the unemployed and help those who cannot help themselves. At this session, three countries — Russia, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan — will present measurable social support mechanisms rather than declarations on the same platform for the first time.
The Russian Federation will share modern approaches to poverty assessment (including multidimensional poverty beyond income) and a system of measures to support the population, from social contracts to digital services. The Republic of Tatarstan will show a regional cross-section: how targeted assistance is built in practice, combining federal standards and local specifics.
Uzbekistan will present a model for promoting the employment of the unemployed — informal and formal, with an emphasis on training, subsidies and involvement in productive work. Tajikistan will talk about social policy aimed at vulnerable and low-income groups in conditions of migration dependence and limited budgetary resources.
How can well-being be measured where official statistics do not reflect reality? Is it possible to copy a social contract from Russia to Uzbekistan or Tajikistan without loss of effectiveness? And most importantly, how can we make social assistance not an eternal burden, but a temporary springboard out of poverty?
The session is intended for relevant ministries, social agencies, regional managers and international organizations working on sustainable development goals.
Moderator: Vladimir Kutilov, General Director of the Limited Liability Company AMK THEORY of DARWIN.
Speakers:
● Andrey Pudov, State Secretary – Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Russian Federation;
● Lilia Ovcharova, Vice-Rector of the National Research University Higher School of Economics;
● Elmira Zaripova, Minister of Labor, Employment and Social Protection of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Sobir Khaytmuratov, Head of the Department of Employment of the Ministry of Employment and Poverty Reduction of the Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Valiev Davron, Head of the Department of Rationing, Wages and Living Standards of the Ministry of Labor, Migration and Employment of the Republic of Tajikistan (online);
● Janet Osei-Boadi, Head of the charity organization Janet O. Boadi Foundation (Ghana).
C2. Islamic FINTECH: modern approaches and perspectives
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
C2. Islamic FINTECH: modern approaches and perspectives
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
Organizer: The Russian Islamic Institute.
Islamic fintech is growing 2 times faster than traditional fintech, but its main challenges lie not in technology, but in regulation, standardization and customer trust.
The Russian Islamic Institute presents a session with participants who have actually launched cross-border Islamic fintech projects. The focus is on adapting products to different national regulatory environments, scaling models without a single Sharia standard, digital tools for attracting investments and working with clients in a multi-religious environment.
What key factors contribute to the growth of Islamic fintech today and set it apart from traditional financial technologies? What are the main challenges for the development of Islamic fintech solutions ‑ in terms of regulation, standardization and customer trust?
The outcome of the session is specific scenarios that can be adapted to your business.
Moderator: Ruslan Khaliullin, Expert at the Russian Center for Islamic Economics and Finance at the Russian Islamic Institute.
Speakers:
● Magomed Tashtamirov, Vice-Rector for Science and Innovation, Head of the Department of Finance, Credit and Antimonopoly Regulation, PhD in Economics, Associate Professor at Kadyrov Chechen State University;
● Umar Munshi, Founder of Ethis Group and Managing Partner of НASAN.VC Umar Munshi;
● Vladimir Malenko, Director of Development at FairFinance;
● Dima Jani, CEO of Neobank Hijra (Indonesia) (online);
● Ramazan Medjidov, Founder and CEO of Tooba (online);
● Muhammad Shahid Khan, CEO of Micronisus Systems Dubai UAE.
E2. The Prohibition of Israf (Wastefulness) as the Foundation of the Economy. Land as an Investment in the Future
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E2. The Prohibition of Israf (Wastefulness) as the Foundation of the Economy. Land as an Investment in the Future
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
The Islamic economy does not begin with banks or sukuk. It begins with the prohibition of israf — wastefulness. Not spending excessively, not overconsuming resources, not taking more from the land than it can give. Today, this principle is becoming not only an ethical norm but also a hard economic necessity.
Ammoniy, a mineral fertilizer producer, brings together chemists, farmers, IT developers, and Islamic financiers around one table. Why? Because land has ceased to be merely an asset. It is becoming a long‑term investment where the rules of the game are dictated not by speculation, but by real yields, soil fertility preservation, and the careful use of every hectare.
How should agricultural land be valued so that the price reflects not only current income but also future risks of depletion? How can ethical investments be attracted to agriculture without descending into greenwashing? And how can the prohibition of wastefulness be turned into a competitive advantage rather than a constraint?
Moderator: Vsevolod Bebutov, General Director, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Azot Group of Companies.
Speakers:
● Vyacheslav Leonov, Director of the Department for Land Policy, Property Relations and State Property of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation;
● Dmitry Makarov, General Director of Ammoniy JSC;
● Anna Kudinova, Executive Director of Itisphere Limited Liability Company;
● Irina Lazukova, Executive Director of Pacholi Consulting Limited Liability Company;
● Yerlan Baidaulet, Vice President of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Professor;
● Luka Kashirin, Head of the Physical Trading Directorate for Base Metals at VTB Bank PJC;
● Vladislav Novoselov, Managing Director, Partner at BEFL LLC.
F2. Dialogue of cultures and values: Russian-Pakistani cooperation in the field of humanitarian cooperation (Kazan Federal University)
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F2. Dialogue of cultures and values: Russian-Pakistani cooperation in the field of humanitarian cooperation (Kazan Federal University)
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
An economic alliance without cultural empathy is just a set of contracts. The sustainable partnership between Russia and Pakistan today is based not only on cargo tonnage and transactions, but also on respect, mutual interest and humanitarian connectedness. What are the key points of contact in the value systems of Russia and Pakistan that can serve as the foundation for a long— term humanitarian partnership - and how can these common values be broadcast to a wide audience? KFU, as one of the leaders of Oriental and Islamic studies in Russia, suggests moving from disparate cultural actions to a systemic "humanitarian architecture" of bilateral relations.
Moderator: Ramil Yuzmukhametov, Associate Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies,
Speakers:
● Marina Reisner, Professor, Institute of Asian and African Studies, Moscow State University;
● Artem Andreev, Associate Professor of the Department of Ethnopolitology at St. Petersburg State University;
● Sobia Hanif, Head of the Department of International Relations at Fatima Jinnah Women's University;
● Rima Shawkat, Researcher at the Institute of Regional Studies;
● Ramil Yuzmukhametov, Associate Professor, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies, Kazan Federal University;
● Rafis Zakirov, Associate Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Nailya Mingazova, Head of the Department of Arabic Studies, Islamic Studies and Afro-Asian Studies at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Dmitry Bobkov, Senior Lecturer at the Federal State Budgetary Educational University Kazan Federal University, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental;
● Sajid Mehmood Shahzad, Rector of Minaj University in Lahore;
● Ahmed Osama Tahir, Lecturer at the Faculty of International Relations of the Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology of Urdu, Memona Mujahid is a leading employee of FAST-NUCES;
● Amara Amir, Associate Professor at the Law School of the National University of Science and Technology;
● Vakas Ahmed, Associate Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at Nizhny Novgorod University, Higher School of Economics;
● Imran Ali, Student at the Higher School of Economics Research University;
● Sadia Mahmoud Falki, Associate Professor, Faculty of Political Science, Lahore Women's College.
Festival Opening Ceremony
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Cluster C
Festival Opening Ceremony
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Cluster C
H2. Russia and Pakistan in modern international relations in a Polycentric world
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H2. Russia and Pakistan in modern international relations in a Polycentric world
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
What key challenges (external and internal) may complicate the institutionalization of the Russian‑Pakistani partnership, and what preventive measures will help minimize their impact on bilateral relations?
The session is built as a "live strategy room". Moderators from among the leading professors of international relations at KFU moderate not the reports, but the search for solutions. The participants are divided into groups of "realists," "optimists," and "technocrats," each of whom must propose one specific, legally and economically sound step towards institutionalizing the Russian-Pakistani partnership within 60 minutes.
Moderator: Andrey Bolshakov, Head of Department, Doctor of Sciences at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
Dr. Gul-i-Ayesha Bhatti, Associate Professor at the National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad (Pakistan).
Speakers:
● Vasily Khristoforov, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Legal Sciences, Professo;
● Natalya Zamaraeva, Senior Researcher at the Center for Middle Eastern Studies of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences – Russian Analytical School in Oriental Studies;
● Roman Penkovtsev, Associate Professor, Candidate of Sciences at the Higher School of International Relations and World History, Department of International Relations, World Politics and Diplomacy, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Andrey Bolshakov, Head of Department, Doctor of Sciences at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Sidra Khan, Associate Professor at Bahria University in Karachi;
● Amir Ahmed Farooqi, Associate Professor, Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology of Urdu (Pakistan);
● Syed Faisal Ali Shah, Honorary Researcher at the National University of Maritime Relations (Pakistan);
● Dr. Gul-i-Ayesha Bhatti, Associate Professor at the National University of Sciences and Technology Islamabad (Pakistan);
● Irina Serenko, Senior Researcher at the Center for the Study of the Near and Middle East at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
● Artur Makhlayuk, Junior Researcher, Center for the Indian Ocean Region, IMEMO RAS;
● Andrey Zeltyn, Senior Lecturer at the HSE School of Oriental Studies, RIAC expert;
● Syed Ehsan Ali, Lecturer, Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (Pakistan);
● Saima Azhar, Professor, Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology of Urdu (Pakistan);
● Komal Khan, Researcher at the University of Strategic Vision;
● Sundas Khizar, Associate Professor at Baharia University, Researcher at the Consortium for Asian Pacific and Eurasian Studies (CAPES);
● Faisal Javaid, Director of the International Office and Mass Communications of the Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science and Technology (Pakistan);
● Zoya Silaeva, Associate Professor, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Chulpan Misbakhova, Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University.
J2. Muslim historical and cultural heritage: a driver of regional economic development and international tourism (Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan)
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo , Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
J2. Muslim historical and cultural heritage: a driver of regional economic development and international tourism (Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan)
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo , Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
Organizer: Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan (Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan).
Muslim heritage is not only ancient manuscripts, mosques and artifacts. This is an asset that, with proper management, begins to work for the economy: it attracts tourists, creates jobs, forms the brand of the territory and opens channels for international cultural cooperation. The Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan gathers archaeologists, restorers, museum workers, tourism managers and representatives of international organizations on its site. The session focuses on new results of Muslim archaeology (including discoveries in Tatarstan and other regions), as well as applied issues.: How can heritage sites be included in tourist routes so that they generate income, and not only require budget financing? A separate section is international cooperation. How can we build joint projects for the conservation and popularization of heritage, taking into account the differences in regulation, financing and cultural approaches? Which formats of cooperation (exhibitions, grants, internships) actually work, and which remain a declaration?
Moderator: Airat Sitdikov, Full Member of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Speakers:
● Rifkat Minnikhanov, President of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Andrey Belyaninov, Doctor of Economics, Secretary General of the Assembly of Peoples of the World, Member of the State Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO;
● Ivan Gushchin, Chairman of the Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan for the Protection of Cultural Heritage Sites;
● Fadbir Safin, Professor, Doctor of Sciences, Head of the Department of Tourism, Kazan State Institute of Culture;
● Rafael Valeev, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor at the Department of World Cultural Heritage of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution Kazan Federal University;
● Svetlana Persova, Associate Professor of the Department of Reconstruction, Restoration of Architectural Heritage and Fundamentals of Architecture, Kazan State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering;
● Airat Sitdikov, Director of the Khalikov Institute of Archaeology of the Academy of Sciences the Republic of Tatarstan.
K2. Opening ceremony of the X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC Countries Kazan
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 11, 2nd floor
K2. Opening ceremony of the X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC Countries Kazan
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizer: Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Academy of Youth Diplomacy ANO.
As part of the Opening Ceremony of the Forum of Young Diplomats, the delegates, young representatives of the foreign ministries of Russia and the OIC, will officially meet. Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, will address the Forum participants via video link. High-ranking representatives of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Tatarstan will deliver welcoming speeches, and the main topics and plans for the upcoming Forum will be announced.
Special attention in the presentations will be paid to the following issues:
What are the key challenges and opportunities facing young diplomats from Russia and the OIC countries today, and what joint initiatives can help them respond more effectively to global and regional problems?
What is the special role of youth diplomacy in strengthening mutual understanding between Russia and the OIC countries, and which formats of interaction are most promising for sharing experiences and building trust?
Moderator: Ekaterina Akopyan, Chairwoman of the Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.
Speakers:
● Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (video message);
● Grigory Karasin, Chairman of the Committee on International Affairs of the Federation Council;
● Walid Hamid Shiltagh, Ambassador of the League of Arab States in Moscow;
● Konstantin Kolpakov, Head of the Department for Multilateral Humanitarian Cooperation and Cultural Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Chairperson of the Commission on International Humanitarian and Youth Cooperation of the Public Council under Rossotrudnichestvo;
● Marat Gatin, Deputy Chairman of the Russia – Islamic World Strategic Vision Group, Aide to the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Azat Kadyrov, Minister of Youth Affairs of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Dilbar Sadykova, Chairwoman of the Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
L2. Sukuk structuring, governance and financial reporting under AAOIFI standards
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2 floors
L2. Sukuk structuring, governance and financial reporting under AAOIFI standards
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2 floors
Organizer: Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI).
Sukuk is one of the most complex and simultaneously most sought-after instruments of the Islamic financial market. However, the success of a sukuk issuance depends not only on the approval of the Sharia board. The key risks lie in structuring, asset management, and correct financial reporting. This is where discrepancies between investor expectations and actual performance most often arise.
AAOIFI — the global standard-setter for Islamic accounting, auditing, and governance — is conducting a workshop that bridges this gap. The format is not lecture-based: from concept to case study.
Participants will go through the full cycle: from asset selection and legal structuring to post-issuance management and reporting in accordance with AAOIFI standards. A comprehensive case study will allow participants to encounter real-world problems: what to do if an asset ceases to generate income, how to disclose information during partial early redemption, and how to reconcile the requirements of regulators, Sharia, and international standards?
Moderator: Khondamir Nusratkhuzhayev, Head of the Accounting and Reporting Department of the Islamic Development Bank (ISDB).
Workshop Instructors:
● Andrey Zhuravlev, Senior Researcher at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IV RAS));
● Muzaffar Khusnudinov, General Director of Mezon Kengashi (Uzbekistan);
M2. Russia - Saudi Arabia Business Bridge: pitch session
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, Hall 16
M2. Russia - Saudi Arabia Business Bridge: pitch session
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, Hall 16
Organizer: All-Russian Non-Governmental Organization of Small and Medium Business “OPORA RUSSIA”.
What specific support tools are most effective for small and medium-sized businesses from Russia in building long- term relationships with partners in Saudi Arabia? What are the key barriers that Russian companies most often encounter when entering the Saudi market, and what practical steps help them overcome them at every stage (from market research to sales launch)? The session will be organized not in the format of traditional presentations, but as a live dialogue with experts who deeply know the market of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).: they have independently opened a business in the region or accompany Russian companies at all stages of entering the market. Participants will have the opportunity to present their project to experts from Saudi Arabia, receive individual recommendations from market practitioners, direct feedback on the presented business ideas, as well as establish business contacts and expand networking with representatives of the business and investment community of the Middle East region.
Moderator: Azat Gazizov, First Vice-President of the All-Russian Non-Governmental Organization of Small and Medium Business “OPORA RUSSIA”.
Speakers:
● Khaled Mohamad Alhamdi, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's National Franchising Committee франчайзингу;
● Aljehani Khalil Jaber, Head of Khalil Aljehani Law Firm;
● Vasil Gazizulin, Founder and Managing Partner of TopFranchise Companies;
● Nadiya Cherkasova, Vice-President, Chairman of the Committee for the Development of Women's Entrepreneurship of the All-Russian Non-Governmental Organization of Small and Medium Business “OPORA RUSSIA”;
● Svetlana Plekhova, Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Adamant Logistics LLC. Chairman of the
● Committee on Foreign Economic Activity (FEA) of the Rostov Regional branch of OPORA RUSSIA”.
P2. Tatneft PJSC Supplier Day with the participation of Tomsk enterprises
This is not just a meeting between a buyer and a supplier. It is a dialogue of equals, where the many years of experience of Tatneft meet the intellectual power of Tomsk industry.
In a business atmosphere that combines protocol formality and openness to innovation, we are creating a space for long-term contracts and breakthrough ideas. Tomsk Land, known for its scientific school, and the oil capital of Tatarstan are joining forces to set new standards of efficiency.
Moderator: Yulia Fatykhova, Deputy Head of the Department for Electronic Trade and Procurement Activities of the Tatneft Business Service Center Limited Liability Company, Deputy Head of the TATNEFT Fuel Filling Station
Press conference "How young diplomats are changing the international environment. Jubilee X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC Countries" (Press Center)
13 May,
13:00-13:30
Press conference "How young diplomats are changing the international environment. Jubilee X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC Countries" (Press Center)
13 May, 13:00-13:30
R2. Assessment of the effectiveness of a PPP/MPC project and defining its comparative advantage: how the method has changed and what to prepare for?
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Sand Hall, 1st floor
R2. Assessment of the effectiveness of a PPP/MPC project and defining its comparative advantage: how the method has changed and what to prepare for?
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Sand Hall, 1st floor
Organizer: National Center DEVELOP.RF
The session will examine updated approaches to assessing the effectiveness of PPP/PEP projects and determining their comparative advantage, as well as the role of VEB.RF in the review process. Participants will learn which parameters are key to successfully passing the assessment and how to structure project preparation in line with current approaches.
Speakers:
● Alexander Kirevnin, Managing Director of VEB.RF (the Russian state development corporation established to facilitate long-term socio-economic development of the country, improve the quality of life of citizens, and create conditions for sustainable economic growth);
● Gevorg Gevondyan, Executive Director of VEB.RF (the Russian state development corporation established to facilitate long-term socio-economic development of the country, improve the quality of life of citizens, and create conditions for sustainable economic growth);
● Zukhra Gaisina, Head of the PPP Development Department of the Investment Development Agency of the Republic of Tatarstan.
S2. New Approaches in Construction: Innovative Solutions & Materials for Russia and the Islamic World
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Stone Hall, 1st floor
S2. New Approaches in Construction: Innovative Solutions & Materials for Russia and the Islamic World
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Stone Hall, 1st floor
The session will examine approaches to the formation of a unified material and technical base for construction, taking into account the climatic, economic, and religious-cultural characteristics of Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. The discussion will focus on the analysis of shortage positions, the potential for import substitution, requirements for environmental sustainability and durability, as well as the creation of joint industrial clusters to ensure long-term technological sovereignty.
Moderator: Alexander Zemchenko, Founder of VIOLET.
Speakers:
● Alperen Asim Akbaş, Founder of Born Material (Türkiye);
● Renat Serazetdinov, Founder and General Director of Siberian Construction Solutions;
● Vyacheslav Kobelev, Director of Taiga. Children's Playgrounds;
● Vladislav Saburov, Deputy Commercial Director of BN Group;
● Gadam Khoshvagtov, Director of Eziz Doganlar Keramika (Turkmenistan);
● Igor Chernogolov, President of the Penetron Group of Companies;
● Valentin Belinsky, Project Manager at Studiyadereva Limited Liability Company.
T2. PPP session. Commercial Real estate: the new economics of development
13 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Glass Hall (13), 2nd floor
T2. PPP session. Commercial Real estate: the new economics of development
13 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Glass Hall (13), 2nd floor
Organizer: National Center for DEVELOP.RF
The session participants will discuss how the developer can ensure a sustainable project economy in the face of unstable demand, changing consumption formats and rising operating costs. There will be an analysis of practical tools and modern approaches that allow you to adapt the business model, optimize costs and make the right investment decisions even in conditions of uncertainty.
Moderator: Anastasia Arkhipova, President of the Association of Commercial Real Estate Market Participants.
Speakers:
● Elena Stryukova, Managing Partner of Perfect RED;
● Alena Kudryavtseva, Commercial Director of Comcity;
● Tatiana Grikhno, Head of Office Real Estate at A101 Group of Companies;
● Natalya Igolkina, Commercial Director of Linco Group;
● Marina Slutskaya, Vice President and Director of the department "Sustainable Development" DOM.RF;
● Maria Kabanova, Commercial Director of Space 1.
O2. Open Lecture by Vitaly Glebovich Subich on "The Mosaic Structure of Language Diversity"
13 May,
13:00–14:30
Cluster C
O2. Open Lecture by Vitaly Glebovich Subich on "The Mosaic Structure of Language Diversity"
13 May, 13:00–14:30
Cluster C
Break
13 May,
14:30–15:00
Break
13 May, 14:30–15:00
N2. Export of IT solutions and development of digital partnerships
13 May,
14:30-16:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
N2. Export of IT solutions and development of digital partnerships
13 May, 14:30-16:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digitalization of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Participants will engage in a stimulating discussion on promising niches for Russian developers in the rapidly growing markets of the Gulf countries and Africa. The focus will be on such dynamic areas as fintech, educational technologies, and innovative solutions for digital government. Particular attention will be paid to mechanisms of state support for IT product exports, as well as practical recommendations for building strong partnerships with companies and government institutions in Islamic countries.
Moderator: Bulat Gabdrakhmanov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Speakers:
● Mr. Noureddine Ouadah, Minister of Knowledge Economy, Startups and Micro-Enterprises of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria;
● Abdullah Ahmed Mohammed Al-Saleh, Deputy Minister of Economy of the United Arab Emirates;
● Mr. Khaled N. Khader, Head of the AI Department at Talal Abu‑Ghazaleh Global Digital (TAG.Global) (Jordan);
● Mr. Tarek Ladjal, Director of the Information Department of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (Saudi Arabia);
● Ms. Fella Gouar, President of the SPA INTELLIGENT NET WORK (INET) Technopark (Algeria);
● Ildar Khuzzyatov, Acting Mayor of Innopolis.
A3. Business Dialogue: Russia – Indonesia (Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia)
13 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A3. Business Dialogue: Russia – Indonesia (Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia)
13 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.
The business dialogue is dedicated to cooperation in shipbuilding, pharmaceutical industry, medical equipment, digital technologies, cybersecurity and smart city solutions. A meaningful reinforcement of the description allows us to see in this meeting not just an exchange of remarks, but a strategic conversation about how two large economies can institutionalize trust, lower market barriers, and turn political goodwill into measurable business results.
What specific projects are already being worked out between Russian and Indonesian companies, and what conditions are needed for their early implementation? In which areas of cooperation is it most realistic to expect the first joint pilot projects in the near future, and what mechanisms can accelerate their launch?
Moderator: Alexander Masaltsev, Trade Representative of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Indonesia.
Speakers:
● Didit Ratam, Head of the Bilateral Committee of Russia and Belarus, Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN);
● Edi Rianto, General Manager of Strategic Corporate Planning at PAL Indonesia Shipbuilding Company (online);
● Jamin Basuki, CEO of Tesco Indomaritim (online);
● Shifa Amira Sani, Commercial Director of the Inspiry Company (online);
● Rizal Edwin Manansang, Secretary General of the National FEZ Council of the Republic of Indonesia (online);
● Lindavati Chandra, Executive Director of D-Hub, Banten SEZ (online);
● Rahmadi Josoef, General Director of Konimex;
● Dmitry Kuzmin, Deputy Director of Marketing at CiFREX;
● Tatiana Zubova, General Director of the Joint-Stock Company "Innovative Scientific and Production Center "Peptogen";
● Dmitry Gorbachev, Senior International Project Manager, Binnopharm (online);
● Gennady Karpinsky, Director of International Business, Empire (online);
● Taisiya Strukova, Director of Business Development and Investment Analysis.
B3. Current Issues in the Islamic Financial Model
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
B3. Current Issues in the Islamic Financial Model
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
Organizer: Lomonosov Moscow State University.
The Islamic financial model is growing exponentially, but its academic foundation is still shaken by internal contradictions. The Faculty of Economics of Lomonosov Moscow State University invites you to a frank conversation about the "blind spots" of the industry.
Experts from Moscow State University and leading practitioners of Islamic finance will engage in a discussion about methodological conflicts: why classical economics is not always friendly with partner finance, how to combine strict Sharia norms with the Russian Civil Code, and where does efficiency disappear when trying to standardize everything? A separate section is the personnel crisis: where to get financiers who simultaneously understand derivative financial instruments and fiqh. This is a session with no ready answers, but with an honest diagnosis of the industry.
Why does the Islamic monetary system require a complete overhaul and how does it fundamentally differ from the fiat one? How to combine climate risks and Islamic investment — and why does ESG not work, but the quality approach gives results? What prevents the launch of "Islamic windows" in Russian banks and what international experience can be adapted today? Where can I get staff for Islamic finance in Russia and how should university education change?
Moderator: Magomet Yandiev, Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics, Moscow State University
Speakers:
● Ruslan Khaliullin, Expert at the Russian Center for Islamic Economics and Finance at the Russian Islamic Institute;
● Kabir Hassan, Professor, University of New Orleans;
● Rasul Musaev, Professor, Faculty of Economics, Lomonosov Moscow State University;
● Dr. Rizwan Malik, Director of the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance;
● Guliyev Igbal Adil Oglu, Dean of the Faculty of Financial Economics, Moscow State Institute of International Relations, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation;
● Yulduz Magomedova, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics of Lomonosov Moscow State University.
C3. Closed-loop Bioeconomics: Halal and organic products as drivers of innovation
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Hall 3(theater 100 people)
C3. Closed-loop Bioeconomics: Halal and organic products as drivers of innovation
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Hall 3(theater 100 people)
Organizer: Kazan State Agrarian University.
Halal and organic products have long been perceived as niche markets with strict restrictions. Today they are becoming a laboratory for the entire food industry. Why? Because the requirements of halal certification and the organic standard are not prohibitions, but a system of total quality control, traceability and purity. This is exactly what the modern consumer expects from a manufacturer in any country.
Key issues of the session: how to combine disparate Halal standards from different countries into a system that is understandable to both the manufacturer and the consumer? Can organic products be competitive without subsidies? And most importantly, how can Tatarstan take the place of a regional hub for halal and organic products in the OIC market? The session is organized for manufacturers, certification bodies, processors, retailers and investors who see the halal and organic sector not as fashion, but as an economy.
Moderator: Farida Nezhmetdinova, Head of the Department of Philosophy and Law of Kazan State Agrarian University.
Welcome speech:
● Rifkat Minnikhanov, President of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ilshat Nuriev, Rector of Kazan State Agrarian University;
● Dmitry Yashin, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Speakers:
● Tashokhadzhi Agamerzaev, Deputy Head of the Competence Center in the field of Halal products and Services of Roskachestvo;
● Dr. Norhasnida Zawawi, Halal Products Research Institute, Putra University Malaysia (UPM);
● Aidar Gazizov, Director General of the International Center for Standardization and Certification of Halal at the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation;
● Gulnazim Ospankulova, Professor. Scientific Director of the Innovation Center of the Agrotechnopark Seifullin University, Kazakhstan;
● Salih Pateev, Deputy Chairman of the Halal Standard Committee of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Maatkerimova Zhibek, Head of the Department of Agricultural Processing Technology named after Prof.B.Sydykov, Kyrgyz National Agrarian University named after K.I.Scriabin;
● Hamad Alarti, Chairman of the Management Board of Suhool Arabia Investment PSC;
● Valery Gogin, Head of the Regional Competence Center for Organic Products of the Federal State Budgetary Educational University of Higher Education of Kazan State Agrarian University.
E3. The Role of Anti-Corruption Policy in the Development of Public Administration and the Economy
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E3. The Role of Anti-Corruption Policy in the Development of Public Administration and the Economy
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
Organizer: Department of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan on Anti-Corruption Policy.
Corruption remains one of the key barriers to sustainable socio‑economic development. An effective anti- corruption policy not only reduces risks for business and the state, but also increases public confidence in government institutions, creates favorable conditions for investment and international cooperation.
What approaches to monitoring and reducing corruption risks have already proven effective in Russia and abroad, and what prevents their scaling? How can we build productive cooperation between government, business and civil society?
The session is devoted to discussing topical issues of identifying, monitoring and reducing corruption risks as a necessary condition for the sustainable development of Russia and the countries of the Islamic world. Participants in the open dialogue — representatives of government, business and civil society — will share their experiences and effective practices in implementing anti-corruption compliance in organizations.
Moderator: Anisa Mazitova, Compliance Expert at SIBUR.
Speakers:
● Mr. Adil Abdullah Mahdi Shubbar, Former Prime Minister of Iraq;
● Yuri Kamaltynov, Deputy Chairman of the State Council of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Vitaly Belinsky, Referent of the Office of the President of the Russian Federation for Civil Service, Personnel and Anti-Corruption;
● Mars Badrutdinov, Head of the Office of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan for Anti-Corruption Policy;
● Airat Farrakhov, Acting Rector of Kazan State Medical University;
● Bulat Ponomarev, Candidate of Legal Sciences, Head of Ponamarev & Partners Law Firm, Member of the
● Artem Tsirin, Leading Researcher at the Institute of Legislation and Comparative Law under the Government of the Russian Federation;
● Vladimir Gusev, Advocate;
● Fler Bagautdinov, Corresponding Member of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Midkhat Kurmanov, Professor at the Department of Constitutional and Administrative Law of Kazan Federal University;
● Viktor Butyrkin, Head of the Office of the Head of the Republic of Bashkortostan for Anti-Corruption;
● Ruslan Bikkinin, Head of the Organizational Department of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Alexey Kolcherin, Head of the Department of General and Church History of the Kazan Theological Seminary of the Kazan Diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church;
● Svetlana Yashnova, Head of the Office for the Implementation of the Unified State Policy in the Field of Anti- Corruption and the Prevention of Corruption and Other Offenses of the Administration of the Governor of the Ulyanovsk Region;
● Natalya Litsova, Assistant to the Head for Anti-Corruption Affairs;
● Igor Bikeev, Deputy of the State Council of the Republic of Tatarstan of the 7th Convocation, First Vice- Rector, Vice-Rector for Research at the Timiryasov Kazan Innovative University (IEPP), Professor, Doctor of Legal Sciences;
● Raviya Shrsha, Head of the Anti-Corruption Investigations Department of the Office of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan for Anti-Corruption Policy;
● Alexey Pankratov, Head of the Organizational Department of the Office of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan for Anti-Corruption Policy;
● Natalya Salikhova, Head of the Department for the Implementation of State Policy in the field of combating corruption of the Office for the Implementation of the Unified State Policy in the field of combating corruption, prevention of corruption and other offenses of the Administration of the Governor of the Ulyanovsk Region;
● Anton Panferov, Deputy Director of the Anti-Corruption Department of the Sverdlovsk Region;
● Evgeny Nikitenko, Advisor to the Anti-Corruption Department of the Sverdlovsk Region;
● Sergey Alekseev, Professor at the Department of Economic Theory and Resource Management;
● Ruslan Muginov, Chief Advisor of the Anti-Corruption Investigations Department of the Office of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan for Anti-Corruption Policy;
● Timur Khalimdarov, Chief Advisor of the Anti-Corruption Monitoring Department of the Office of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan for Anti-Corruption Policy;
● Denis Syrov, Chief Advisor of the Organizational Department of the Office of the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan for Anti-Corruption Policy;
● Elena Saraeva, Consultant of the Department for the Prevention of Corruption and Other Offenses of the Office of the Governor of the Kursk Region.
F3. Dialogue of cultures and values: Russian-Pakistani cooperation in the field of humanitarian cooperation (Kazan Federal University)
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F3. Dialogue of cultures and values: Russian-Pakistani cooperation in the field of humanitarian cooperation (Kazan Federal University)
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
An economic alliance without cultural empathy is just a set of contracts. The sustainable partnership between Russia and Pakistan today is based not only on cargo tonnage and transactions, but also on respect, mutual interest and humanitarian connectedness. What are the key points of contact in the value systems of Russia and Pakistan that can serve as the foundation for a long— term humanitarian partnership - and how can these common values be broadcast to a wide audience? KFU, as one of the leaders of Oriental and Islamic studies in Russia, suggests moving from disparate cultural actions to a systemic "humanitarian architecture" of bilateral relations.
Moderator: Ramil Yuzmukhametov, Associate Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies,
Speakers:
● Marina Reisner, Professor, Institute of Asian and African Studies, Moscow State University;
● Artem Andreev, Associate Professor of the Department of Ethnopolitology at St. Petersburg State University;
● Sobia Hanif, Head of the Department of International Relations at Fatima Jinnah Women's University;
● Rima Shawkat, Researcher at the Institute of Regional Studies;
● Ramil Yuzmukhametov, Associate Professor, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies, Kazan Federal University;
● Rafis Zakirov, Associate Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Nailya Mingazova, Head of the Department of Arabic Studies, Islamic Studies and Afro-Asian Studies at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University;
● Dmitry Bobkov, Senior Lecturer at the Federal State Budgetary Educational University Kazan Federal University, Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental;
● Sajid Mehmood Shahzad, Rector of Minaj University in Lahore;
● Ahmed Osama Tahir, Lecturer at the Faculty of International Relations of the Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology of Urdu, Memona Mujahid is a leading employee of FAST-NUCES;
● Amara Amir, Associate Professor at the Law School of the National University of Science and Technology;
● Vakas Ahmed, Associate Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at Nizhny Novgorod University, Higher School of Economics;
● Imran Ali, Student at the Higher School of Economics Research University;
● Sadia Mahmoud Falki, Associate Professor, Faculty of Political Science, Lahore Women's College.
G3. New formats of academic cooperation between Russia and the OIC countries
13 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G3. New formats of academic cooperation between Russia and the OIC countries
13 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
Russian universities have long been doing more than just sending students abroad for internships. They are opening branches in Uzbekistan, launching networking programs with universities in Islamic countries, and creating Russian language centers in places where they were only talked about five years ago. But there is still no systematic understanding of what works and what doesn't, which formats give real results, and which remain beautiful reports.
The main question is: how to make Russia's academic presence in the OIC countries not a one-time project, but a sustainable system? Branches are expensive and difficult. Online programs are cheaper, but how are they recognized at home and abroad? Russian language centers are in demand, but who finances them?
The purpose of the event: to develop the activities of branches of Russian educational organizations abroad, Russian language centers, the implementation of educational networks jointly with universities of the OIC countries, and other forms of Russia's academic presence in the OIC countries.
Moderator: Timirkhan Alishev, Vice-Rector for External Relations of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education Kazan Federal University
Speakers:
● Almaz Galimov, Director of the Branch of Kazan Federal University in Jizzakh (Republic of Uzbekistan);
● Yulia Petrova, Deputy Secretary General of the Assembly of Peoples of the World, Professor at the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation (Russia);
● Vittoria Idrisova, Rector of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin (Kyrgyzstan);
● Pavel Moiseev, Rector of Tambov State University named after Derzhavin (Russia);
● Sergey Volkov, Rector of the B.N. Yeltsin Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (Kyrgyzstan);
● Batyr Nurmatov, Director of the Branch of the D.I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology in the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzbekistan);
● Daniil Sin, Head of the Department of International Cooperation at the Pushkin State Institute of the Russian Language (Russia);
● Sergey Barchenko, Director of the branch of the Russian State Pedagogical University named after A.I.Herzen in Tashkent (Russia);
● Shavkat Abdukamilov, Executive Director of the Tashkent Branch of the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Uzbekistan);
● Oloerov Mansurbek Polvonzoda, Director of the National Agency for Social Protection under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzbekistan).
H3. Russia and Pakistan in modern international relations in a Polycentric world
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H3. Russia and Pakistan in modern international relations in a Polycentric world
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer:Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan Federal University".
What key challenges (external and internal) may complicate the institutionalization of the Russian‑Pakistani partnership, and what preventive measures will help minimize their impact on bilateral relations?
The session is built as a "live strategy room". Moderators from among the leading professors of international relations at KFU moderate not the reports, but the search for solutions. The participants are divided into groups of "realists," "optimists," and "technocrats," each of whom must propose one specific, legally and economically sound step towards institutionalizing the Russian-Pakistani partnership within 60 minutes.
Moderators: Andrey Bolshakov, Head of Department, Doctor of Sciences at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University
Ghazala Yasmin, Rector of the Women's University of Swabi (Pakistan).
Speakers:
● Irina Serenko, Senior Researcher at the Center for the Study of the Near and Middle East of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
● Andrey Zeltyn, Senior Lecturer at the School of Oriental Studies of the National Research University Higher School of Economics, Member of the Russian International Affairs Council;
● Syed Ehsan Ali, Lecturer at the Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology (Urdu), Pakistan;
● Saima Azhar, Professor at the Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology (Urdu), Pakistan;
● Komal Khan, Researcher at the University of Strategic Vision;
● Sundas Khizar, Associate Professor at Bahria University, Researcher at the Consortium for Pacific-Asian and Eurasian Studies;
● Faisal Javed, Director of the International Office and Mass Communications at the Federal University of Arts, Science and Technology (Urdu), Pakistan;
● Zoya Silaeva, Associate Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University;
● Chulpan Misbakhova, Professor at the Institute of International Relations, History and Oriental Studies of Kazan Federal University.
K3. International Humanitarian Cooperation and Intercultural Dialogue
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster And Hall 11, 2nd floor
K3. International Humanitarian Cooperation and Intercultural Dialogue
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster And Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizer: Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Academy of Youth Diplomacy ANO.
The session is dedicated to discussing the key role of humanitarian cooperation as one of the foundations for strengthening mutual understanding and trust among OIC member states, as well as the participation of the young generation in shaping a new format for a sustainable and peaceful global order.
Speakers will present best international projects designed to develop and promote youth initiatives and trust- based interaction between representatives of different cultures. Participants will discuss the following: which guidelines for humanitarian cooperation are most relevant today? What is the role of young diplomats in building intercultural and inter‑humanitarian dialogue? What leading practices do Russia and the countries of the Islamic world possess in the field of youth humanitarian cooperation?
Moderator: Stepan Kuzmenkov, Deputy Director of the Department for Multilateral Humanitarian Cooperation and Cultural Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.
Speakers:
● Ekaterina Akopyan, Chairwoman of the Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation;
● John Aggrey, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana‑Russia Trade and Liaison Center;
● Pavel Shevtsov, Deputy Head of the Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation (Rossotrudnichestvo);
● Anastasia Sibileva, Head of the International Relations Department of the Department for Foreign Economic and International Relations of the City of Moscow;
● Nerodi-Grechka Evgeniya Igorevna, Deputy General Director of ANO Agency for the Development of Professional Skills;
● Fariboa Idibekzoda, Third Secretary of the Department of Foreign Economic Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan;
● Alpysbay Makhabet Askaruly, Assistant to the Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Kazan.
L3. Sukuk structuring, governance and financial reporting under AAOIFI standards
13 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2 floors
L3. Sukuk structuring, governance and financial reporting under AAOIFI standards
13 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2 floors
Organizer: Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI).
Sukuk is one of the most complex and simultaneously most sought-after instruments of the Islamic financial market. However, the success of a sukuk issuance depends not only on the approval of the Sharia board. The key risks lie in structuring, asset management, and correct financial reporting. This is where discrepancies between investor expectations and actual performance most often arise.
AAOIFI — the global standard-setter for Islamic accounting, auditing, and governance — is conducting a workshop that bridges this gap. The format is not lecture-based: from concept to case study.
Participants will go through the full cycle: from asset selection and legal structuring to post-issuance management and reporting in accordance with AAOIFI standards. A comprehensive case study will allow participants to encounter real-world problems: what to do if an asset ceases to generate income, how to disclose information during partial early redemption, and how to reconcile the requirements of regulators, Sharia, and international standards?
Moderator: Khondamir Nusratkhuzhayev, Head of the Accounting and Reporting Department of the Islamic Development Bank (ISDB).
Workshop Instructors:
● Andrey Zhuravlev, Senior Researcher at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IV RAS));
● Muzaffar Khusnudinov, General Director of Mezon Kengashi (Uzbekistan);
M3.Human capital for Foreign economic activity: training specialists for partnership between Russia and the Islamic world (RUDN University)
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, Hall 16
M3.Human capital for Foreign economic activity: training specialists for partnership between Russia and the Islamic world (RUDN University)
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, Hall 16
Organizer: Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia.
Foreign economic activity today is not only about contracts, logistics, and currency settlements. It is also an understanding of the partner's culture, knowledge of its economic realities, languages and the unspoken rules of the game. Without this, any transaction risks remaining on paper.
RUDN University gathers representatives of government, business and education from Russia, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia on one platform. Member of the National Energy Council of Indonesia, Doctor and Advisor to the Minister of Energy — on the personnel challenges of the energy transition and partnership with Russia.
The Russian side is represented by relevant departments: the Ministry of Industry and Trade — on the prestige of the profession of a foreign economic activity manager, the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade — on continuing education as the basis of foreign economic sovereignty, the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and
Industry — on personnel training for the capital.
Leading experts from RUDN University, Putra University (Malaysia), St. Petersburg State University and business coaches will discuss what modern foreign trade specialists should be like: hybrid, language-proficient, understanding cultural codes and the climate agenda.
The key question of the session: How can human capital be transformed from a "bottleneck" into a driver of the RussianIslamic economic partnership?
Moderator: Inna Andronova, Dean of the Faculty of Economics of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Professor, Associate Professor of Economics.
Speakers:
● Roman Dunko, Vice President of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry;
● Dr. Satya Vidya Yudha, Member of the National Energy Council of the Republic of Indonesia under the President of the Republic of Indonesia (video message);
● Farhad Ibragimov, Political Scientist, Middle East expert, Lecturer at the Economics Department of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia;
● Dr. Anuar Shan Bali Mohamed, Associate Dean, Putra University Business School, Malaysia (online);
● Irina Gladysheva, PhD in Economics, Associate Professor, member of the Association of Certified Management Consultants "National Institute of Certified Management Consultants", member of the Association of Business Development Professionals;
● Braige Morsi, PhD in Economics, Representative of the Embassies of Arab countries in the Republic of Tatarstan, lecturer at Kazan Federal University;
● Satya Hanga Yudha Vidya Putra, Advisor to the Minister of Energy of Indonesia (online);
● Andrey Berezin, Head of the MBA Programs at the Economics Faculty of the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Researcher at the Center for Finance and Digital Economics at the Royal University of Petroleum and Minerals of Saudi Arabia;
● Daria Buylova, Head of the Strategic Development Department at Bormash Group of Companies.
Open lecture by Andrey Zeltyn on "The Specifics of Simultaneous Interpretation from and into Arabic," Higher School of Economics, Moscow
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Cluster C
Open lecture by Andrey Zeltyn on "The Specifics of Simultaneous Interpretation from and into Arabic," Higher School of Economics, Moscow
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Cluster C
P3. Tatneft PJSC Supplier Day with the participation of Tomsk enterprises
This is not just a meeting between a buyer and a supplier. It is a dialogue of equals, where the many years of experience of Tatneft meet the intellectual power of Tomsk industry.
In a business atmosphere that combines protocol formality and openness to innovation, we are creating a space for long-term contracts and breakthrough ideas. Tomsk Land, known for its scientific school, and the oil capital of Tatarstan are joining forces to set new standards of efficiency.
Moderator: Yulia Fatykhova, Deputy Head of the Department for Electronic Trade and Procurement Activities of the Tatneft Business Service Center Limited Liability Company, Deputy Head of the TATNEFT Fuel Filling Station
R3. Business Game ZASTROY-KA: Team Breakthrough
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Sand Hall, 1st floor
R3. Business Game ZASTROY-KA: Team Breakthrough
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Sand Hall, 1st floor
Organizer: Ak Bars Dom.
During the game, several teams will be formed and tasked with developing a residential complex project. The game aims to build participants' practical skills in teamwork, project-based thinking, and management decision- making under resource constraints. The resulting projects will then be eligible to take part in the international competition World Building of the Year (WBOTY).
The game is a business simulation where every step requires calculating resources: time, budget, specialists, and team communication.
Moderators:
● Maxim Gritskikh, Head of Corporate Training at Ak Bars Dom LLC;
● Anna Mikhailova, Head of the Training Department at Ak Bars Dom LLC;
● Ksenia Zhukova, Business Coach at Ak Bars Dom LLC;
● Alina Garifullina, Business Coach at Ak Bars Dom LLC.
S3. Building a New Cycle: Growth via Tech, Partnerships & Systemic Management (AI University)
13 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Stone Hall, 1st floor
S3. Building a New Cycle: Growth via Tech, Partnerships & Systemic Management (AI University)
13 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, Stone Hall, 1st floor
Organizer: AL University.
The workshop is dedicated to key changes in construction, real estate, and infrastructure projects: digitalization of the industry, growing efficiency demands, changing investment logic, the increasing role of partnerships, the need for transparent management, and enhancing trust in companies, projects, and teams.
During the workshop, participants will discuss how businesses can adapt to new market conditions: building a sustainable operating model, implementing digital and AI tools, increasing productivity, preparing projects for partnerships and investments, strengthening management teams, and effectively presenting their solutions at business platforms.
The workshop's focus is not on a single tool, but on the comprehensive transformation of a company: from strategy and processes to technologies, communications, partnerships, and commercial results.
Moderator: Natalya Nikovarz, Founder of Human Brands Communication Agency.
Speakers:
● Oleg Kononovich, Founder and Head of Companies: Ontid Soft (software development for business process automation), GOODRANK (internet marketing), AIstent.by (AI sales assistant for websites, social networks and messengers of online stores, trading and service companies);
● Dmitry Dombrovsky, Founder and Managing Partner of O3 Finance Investment;
● Andrey Kochkin, Co-founder of 2A IT Company;
● Vitaly Kudryashov, General Director of Lab IT – business process automation using AI, RPA and BI;
● Yuri Gizatullin, Technology entrepreneur, IT expert, founder of IT company tiqum, PropTech project Yorta, HR platform it_smiles.
T3. B2B meetings
13 May,
15:00-17:00
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
T3. B2B meetings
13 May, 15:00-17:00
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
J3. Club of investors of the Russian Venture Fund
13 May,
15:30–17:00
Hall 10 (theater 70 people)
J3. Club of investors of the Russian Venture Fund
13 May, 15:30–17:00
Hall 10 (theater 70 people)
Organizer: Investment and Venture Fund of the Republic of Tatarstan.
In the era of a multipolar economy, effective cross-border partnerships require new investment structures. Traditional direct investments are giving way to hybrid coinvestment pools that combine the capital of sovereign wealth funds of the OIC countries, Russian business and international institutional investors. What qualities and characteristics of a startup in the context of a limited presentation time most often become crucial for a business angel when making a decision about investing funds? Three minutes is exactly the time each startup has for a business angel to say yes.
Participants will receive short presentations of promising startups from the fields of biotech, biometrics, medicine and industry — an opportunity to evaluate projects through the eyes of an investor and understand the logic of quick venture decisions.
Moderator: Damir Galiev, Director of the Investment and Venture Fund of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Speakers (project presentations):
● Anna Konyashina, General Director of Dobrohim Limited Liability Company;
● Marat Mingariev, Managing Partner of the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization Genbiotech;
● Viktor Alekseev, Sports Director of the Limited Liability Company "UNISTAT";
● Alexey Frolov, General Director of Biometricabs Limited Liability Company;
● Ruslan Shevchenko, General Director of the University Startup Studio LLC;
● Alexey Sokolov, Commercial Director of the Limited Liability Company "Technoshina";
● Alexey Voevodin, General Director of the Limited Liability Company Visus Lab.
Jury:
● Mughes Shawkat, Member of the Investment Board of Ijara Leasing Limited Liability Company, expert in Islamic finance and Islamic investment management, Executive Advisor to the International Islamic Rating Agency (Bahrain and Oman);
● Akhmetgaliev Ruslan, Managing Partner of the Innovator Ventures Venture Fund;
● Marcel Kurbanov, Managing Director of the New Chemical Industry Foundation;
● Uns Rasul, Managing Director of Out Rank;
● Chua Ou Chuan, Founder and Chief Consultant of Strarion Advisory;
● Abduvoris Kalandarov, CEO of Unified Banking Technologies LLC.
N3. Healthy generations as strategic capital of the Islamic world
13 May,
16:00–17:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
N3. Healthy generations as strategic capital of the Islamic world
13 May, 16:00–17:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: BARS Group JSC.
Particular attention is paid to the "government – business – people" interaction, which ensures an integrated approach to preserving public health and creates long-term social and technological advantages.
Which digital solutions can have the greatest impact on improving the quality of primary health care and disease prevention in the Islamic world? The discussion focuses on modern approaches to the formation of a healthcare system focused on prevention, early diagnosis and improving the quality of life from birth. It examines how scientific achievements and technological solutions are gradually transforming the understanding of medicine, shifting the focus from treating consequences to preventing diseases.
Special attention is given to the role of genetic technologies, which make it possible to identify risks of hereditary diseases and formulate personalized health preservation strategies. The potential of digital medical systems and data analytics for improving diagnostic accuracy and the effectiveness of medical solutions will also be discussed.
Moderator: Elvira Gilmanova, Deputy General Director of BARS Group JSC, Expert in Digital Genetics, Speaker at International Scientific Conferences on Biomedicine, Vice President of the Association of Biomedical Cell Product Manufacturers.
Speakers:
● Azizbek Ilyasov, Deputy Director for Mother and Child Screening of the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Maternal and Child Health (Uzbekistan);
● Elena Strizhko, Head of the Product Office of the Digital Transformation Agency OJSC (Republic of Belarus) (online);
● Airat Farrakhov, Acting Rector of Kazan State Medical University;
● Dr. Ahmet Ayar, Professor, President of the Turkish Institute for Pharmaceutical Industry and Medical Devices (Türkiye);
● Anna Meleshina, Managing Director of Magnit PJSC;
● Anna Klimashina, Owner and Head of the Academy of Beauty Innovations, Certified Specialist in "Homeopathic Mesotherapy in Dermatocosmetology," Mechnikov Saint Petersburg State Medical Academy;
● Bakyt Kosherova, Chairperson of the Board – Rector of Karaganda Medical University Non‑Commercial Joint‑Stock Company (Kazakhstan).
O3. Panel discussion: "Russia and the Arab World: A New Architecture for Humanitarian Cooperation"
13 May,
15:00–17:00
Cluster C
O3. Panel discussion: "Russia and the Arab World: A New Architecture for Humanitarian Cooperation"
13 May, 15:00–17:00
Cluster C
Business negotiations in the boutique format "Halal Reception"
13 May,
16:30-18:00
GTRK "Korston - Kazan"
Business negotiations in the boutique format "Halal Reception"
13 May, 16:30-18:00
GTRK "Korston - Kazan"
Modest Fashion Day
13 May,
18:30-20:00
Modest Fashion Day
13 May, 18:30-20:00
A concert of one-act ballets by soloists of the Mariinsky
13 May,
19:00-20:30
Theatre Kamal Tatar State Academic Theatre
A concert of one-act ballets by soloists of the Mariinsky
13 May, 19:00-20:30
Theatre Kamal Tatar State Academic Theatre
Business Breakfast "Practical Solutions from A7. Sharia-Compliant International Transfers"
14 May,
9:00-10:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster C, 1st floor
Business Breakfast "Practical Solutions from A7. Sharia-Compliant International Transfers"
14 May, 9:00-10:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster C, 1st floor
Organizer: A7.
Access to the event is limited (by individual invitations).
At the business breakfast organized by A7, current issues and practical solutions in the field of international transfers compliant with Sharia norms will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the principles of Islamic finance, key aspects of Sharia compliance in financial transactions, as well as modern tools and technologies that facilitate secure and ethical transfers.
Experts will share their experience in implementing Sharia-compliant solutions into international financial flows, discuss legal aspects and challenges faced by companies operating in international markets. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and receive recommendations on optimizing fund transfer processes in accordance with Sharia requirements.
Moderator: Rinat Bilalov, Editor-in-Chief of the Tatar-inform news agency.
Welcome speech: Taliya Minullina, Head of Tatarstan Investment Development Agency.
Speakers:
● Dmitry Makeev, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of Promsvyazbank (PSB);
● Irina Akopyan, Deputy General Director of A7;
● Ruslan Akhatov, Head of Promsvyazbank (PSB) in the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Shavkat Kuzyaev, Deputy President of the Association of Muslim Entrepreneurs of the Russian Federation.
Grand opening of the «Female Perspective» track
14 May,
9:00-10:00
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
Grand opening of the «Female Perspective» track
14 May, 9:00-10:00
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
The platform traditionally opens the track "Women's View" and sets the focus on the economic role of women in business, education, cooperation and healthcare. The participants discuss key trends in the development of women's entrepreneurship, innovative projects and cooperative initiatives, the influence of women on the formation of a sustainable economy in social sectors, as well as the digital transformation of industries in Russia and the countries of the Islamic world.
Moderator: Anisa Gordina, Head of the RT Arabic TV Channel Program Service.
Speakers:
● Maria Zakharova, Director of the Information and Press Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Official Representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry (video message);
● Aisha Mohammed Al Mulla, Chairman of the Businesswomen Council of the Emirates (UAE);
● Alsu Nabieva, Head of the Association of Women deputies of the State Council of the Republic of Tatarstan "Marhamat – Mercy";
● Latifa El Bouabdelaoui, Director General of the Islamic Trade Development Center (Morocco);
● Lucelia Santos, Actress and producer (Brazil);
● Svetlana Orlova, Auditor of the Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation;
● Tatyana Larionova, Deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation
International Chefs’ Cup
14 May,
09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
International Chefs’ Cup
14 May, 09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
The International Chefs Cup is a prestigious culinary competition with the participation of masters from different countries, including national cuisines, original sets, open screenings and tastings. Within the framework of the forum, this event should be understood not only as a gastronomic event, but also as a form of cultural diplomacy, where the language of taste, craft and symbolic hospitality becomes a means of intercivilizational communication.
For professionals of the restaurant industry, food manufacturers, halal certification experts and event economics specialists, the event is of particular value, as it clearly shows how gastronomy is becoming a tool for branding territories, export promotion and cultural influence.
Countries:
● Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
● Republic of Indonesia;
● Malaysia;
● Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Tunisian Republic;
● Kingdom of Morocco;
● Republic of Senegal;
● The Republic of Turkey;
● Arab Republic of Egypt;
● The State of Qatar;
● The Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan;
● United Arab Emirates;
● Kyrgyz Republic;
● Turkmenistan;
● Russian Federation.
International Property Market 2026 International Real Estate Exhibition
14 May,
09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
International Property Market 2026 International Real Estate Exhibition
14 May, 09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
International Property Market 2026 unites investors, developers, brokers, architects, financial institutions, and technology firms, establishing a premier international platform to explore the architecture of tomorrow's real estate market.
This event will convene developers, investors, top realtors, financial institutions, and key stakeholders from adjacent sectors across leading MENA and African nations, as well as Central and Eastern Asia. Tailored for industry professionals, it shifts focus from mere square footage to critical topics like resettlement models, infrastructure resilience, spatial culture, and the emerging trust economy within global capital markets.
The business programme features over 20 sessions, with preparations underway for discussions on:
1. Global architecture and the construction industry;
2. Artificial intelligence in construction;
3. Construction digitalisation;
4. Labour productivity;
5. Seismic-resistant building practices;
6. Public-private partnerships in construction;
7. Investors' business breakfast;
8. Leaders of Construction contest, hosted with the National Center for Construction Policy.
N4. International programme «IT PARK GLOBAL»
14 May,
9:00-15:00
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
N4. International programme «IT PARK GLOBAL»
14 May, 9:00-15:00
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
Organizer: Ministry of Digitalization of Republic administration, information, technologies and communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT Park.
How is the very concept of technological sovereignty changing in the era of global digital ecosystems — and does it remain relevant in the same form?
The sessions of the IT PARK GLOBAL international program in the IT zone are a practice-oriented track aimed at developing the export potential of Russian IT companies and their entry into the markets of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation countries. The program combines expert discussions, industry cases, and pitch presentations of technological solutions, creating a space for sharing experiences, establishing business contacts, and finding growth points in international markets.
IT PARK GLOBAL acts as a comprehensive support mechanism: during the sessions, an open selection of projects is held for the IT PARK GLOBAL go TO MARKET acceleration program, focused on supporting companies when scaling abroad — from product adaptation to partnerships and interaction with local markets.
The program format combines presentations by leading experts, discussion of current digital transformation trends and practical work with projects, which allows participants not only to gain relevant knowledge, but also to present their solutions to potential investors, development institutions and international partners.
Speakers of the Grand Opening programme:
● Nachvin Ilya, Minister of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Gabdrakhmanov Bulat, Deputy Minister of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Vlasov Ruslan, Director of the IT Park.
Russia & Islamic World Cooperation Expo
14 May,
09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
Russia & Islamic World Cooperation Expo
14 May, 09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
N5. Panel discussion "IT PARK GLOBAL. Entering the Mena Market"
14 May,
9:15-10:45
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
N5. Panel discussion "IT PARK GLOBAL. Entering the Mena Market"
14 May, 9:15-10:45
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT Park
What is more important for success in the markets of the Middle East and North Africa: to adapt the product to local cultural and religious characteristics or to make it as versatile and flexible as possible?
The panel discussion will bring together Russian IT companies and international experts to have a substantive conversation about opportunities to enter the Middle East and North Africa (mena) markets. In the format of 6 pitch presentations, participants present finished products to potential partners and investors from the region, and experts will assess the market potential in the logic of "Your Needs". The discussion covers key verticals: SportTech, EventTech, traveltech and Islamic FinTech — the areas with the greatest export potential for Russian developers in the OIC markets.
The session is held as part of the IT Park Global program and precedes the final selection of IT Park Global gtm Program projects, in which the best teams will participate. The event is aimed at IT companies ready for international expansion, and creates direct communication with representatives of business and government structures in Islamic countries.
The Islamic fintech block discusses Sharia-compliant fintech products, digital banking and payment solutions, as well as the integration of financial services with tourism and the event industry. The SportTech unit is focused on monetization and fan experience: exporting CRM and ticketing platforms for clubs and leagues, working with fan data, and digitalizing stadiums. Within the framework of traveltech, B2G and b2b solutions for cities and countries are being considered — digital platforms for managing tourist flow, city apps, booking systems and tourist analytics for the Middle East and Asian markets. The EventTech block covers technologies for managing massive international events: accreditation and logistics platforms, security solutions, and export experiences to expos, championships, and forums.
Moderator: Yulia Zhiltsova, Co-founder and General Director of the Institute of Innovations in Sports, Tourism, and Mass Events.
Speakers:
• Amir Al-Musa, Director of the AAOIFI Representative Center In Russia;
• Alexey Shlyapnikov, Managing Partner of VSporte, Sporttech, Media and Sports Commerce;
• Augusta Geneses, Head of the Committee for the Development of Trade and Economic Partnership with the MENA Countries of the Eurasian Business Association;
• Serge Focas Odunlami, Head of the Committee for the Development of Trade and Economic Cooperation in the African Region, President of the Africa Calls Association;
• Vadim Prasov, Managing Partner of Alliance Hotel Management Management Company, Public Commissioner of Moscow for Asset Management in the field of Hospitality, Member of the Expert Council of the State Duma Committee on Tourism;
• Muhis Shaukat, Advisor and Strategist for Islamic Finance, Advisor to the International Islamic Rating Agency (IIRA) (Bahrain).
A4. Heritage Code: The Digital Evolution of Meanings
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A4. Heritage Code: The Digital Evolution of Meanings
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Organizer: Tatmedia Republican Agency for Press and Mass Communications, Russia – Islamic World Strategic Vision Group (RIM).
The event will serve as a platform for discussing current media issues among heads of media outlets from Russia and OIC member states. The discussion will focus on new prospects for international cooperation, exchange of experience in creating relevant content, the use of new formats and technological solutions to meet audience demands. Participants will consider prospects for joint projects, ethical standards in media, and the role of traditional values in the era of digital transformation.
Moderator: Anna Belikova, Senior Lecturer at Lomonosov Moscow State University, the Diplomatic Academy, and MGIMO, Advisor to the Russia – Islamic World Strategic Vision Group, Head of Protocol Events Department at RT TV Channels, Founder of the Club of Orientalists.
Speakers:
● Marat Gatin, Aide to the Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Mohammed Abderraouf Al-Yami, General Director of the Union of OIC News Agencies (Saudi Arabia);
● Vera Kharina, General Director of TV-Novosti Autonomous Non‑profit Organization;
● Tarek Ladjal, Director of the Information Department of the OIC (Saudi Arabia);
● Aidar Salimgaraev, Head of the Tatmedia Republican Agency for Press and Mass;
● Rifat Sabitov, Deputy General Director – Head of the Regional Department, Chairman of the Commission for the Development of the Information Community, Mass Media and Mass Communications of the Civic Chamber of the Russian Federation, Member of the Presidium of the Presidential Council on Interethnic Relations, Honored Journalist of the Russian Federation;
● Tatiana Boychevskaya, Head of Client Relations Department of RAPTLI Video Agency;
● Alexey Bunkov, Head of the Department for Advanced Research, Legal Work and Coordination with Expert Advisory Bodies of the Institute for Internet Development Autonomous Non‑profit Organization;
● Khaled N. Khader, Head of the AI Department at talal Abu-ghazaleh Global (tag. Global);
● Mohamed Mubarak Ali Al-Araimi, Chairman of the Oman Journalists Association (OJA) (Oman);
● hatawi Ep Lahga Publishing House, Editor-in-Chief of Tunis Afrique Press (TAP) (Tunisia);
● Natalia Krolevich, Editor-in-Chief of Nomad TV, Kyrgyzstan;
● Nor Baizura Basri, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Malaysian Government News Agency BERNAMA (Malaysia);
● Erman Yuksel, Director of Global News and Marketing, Anadolu News Agency;
● Kasmalieva Nurzhan, Head of the International Department, Kabar National News Agency, Kyrgyzstan;
● Asya Samoilova, Head of the Department for Relations with Foreign Media of the Directorate for International Cooperation of the Rossiya Segodnya Media Group/Sputnik;
● Utkir Alimov, Head of the International Relations Department of UZ, News Agency, Uzbekistan;
● Berkan Hussam Eddin, Founder and Content Creator at DZDiplomat, Algeria;
● Alsu Khaibrieva, Certified expert in the implementation of artificial intelligence in marketing, content and communications. Head of the agency “Professional”.
All-Russian Management Competition "Leaders of the Construction Industry"
14 May,
10:00-17:00
Cluster A, Pavilion 3, 1st floor
All-Russian Management Competition "Leaders of the Construction Industry"
14 May, 10:00-17:00
Cluster A, Pavilion 3, 1st floor
C4. Ensuring freedom of economic activity and technological sovereignty in the context of the end of the era of globalization
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
C4. Ensuring freedom of economic activity and technological sovereignty in the context of the end of the era of globalization
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
Organizer: Prosecutor General's Office of the Russian Federation.
Access to the event is restricted (by separate lists).
The Russian Federation's response to the unprecedented sanctions pressure from unfriendly countries has been the application of effective budget stimulation mechanisms, accompanied by an increase in expenditure items at all budget levels and the strengthening of legal protection mechanisms for socially responsible businesses.
The moderate conservative course pursued by the country's leadership during the transition to multipolarity is aimed at consistently addressing social objectives, ensuring predictable conditions for entrepreneurial activity, as well as attracting investment for the modernization of production based on domestic technological capabilities.
To achieve these goals, prosecutors provide supervisory support for all measures of support and stimulation of business initiative provided under Russian jurisdiction, as well as for the formation of a legal framework that is not burdensome for the business community and is effective at the same time.
International exchange of best practices with prosecution authorities, anti-corruption and other competent agencies of foreign states has been intensified.
What is the coordinating role of the Russian prosecution authorities in creating comfortable conditions for doing business? Why is the balance of interests between the state, society, and business particularly important today?
D4. Opening of the RIEF: Partnership Financing: Industry Management and Development
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 4. Russian Islamic Economic Forum(theater 250 people)
D4. Opening of the RIEF: Partnership Financing: Industry Management and Development
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 4. Russian Islamic Economic Forum(theater 250 people)
Organizer: Sberbank of Russia Public Joint Stock Company.
К How to create a transparent, manageable, and efficient industry in the country? What conditions are necessary for its sustainable development? In this session, representatives of federal and regional government authorities will discuss key challenges and opportunities for the development of the partnership finance industry in the Russian Federation. Participants will exchange experiences on implementing the law in different regions, discuss approaches to standardizing procedures, and document current issues.
Participants will consider:
● Interim results of the implementation of Federal Law No. 417-FZ in the regions, conclusions, and current issues;
● Standardization of procedures and reporting to develop unified approaches in the industry;
● Ways to improve and further expand the industry;
● Aspects of building effective interaction between market participants for industry development.
The discussion will focus on practical solutions and real-world approaches – participants will be able to exchange experiences and formulate proposals for the further development of partnership finance in Russia.
Moderator: Denis Lipaev, Acting President of the Association of Banks of Russia.
Speakers:
● Anatoly Aksakov, Chairman of the State Duma Committee on the Financial Market;
● Timur Nagumanov, Member of the Federation Council Committee on Budget and Financial Market;
● Alexey Yakovlev, Director of the Financial Policy Department of the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation;
● Oleg Ganeev, Senior Vice President of Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company;
● Midhat Shagiakhmetov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan - Minister of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● His Excellency Sheikh Ibrahim Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of AAOIFI;
● Kalimullina Madina, Founder and Managing Partner of Alif Consult.
E4. Human Resources for Islamic Finance: How to Grow People for a New Industry
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E4. Human Resources for Islamic Finance: How to Grow People for a New Industry
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
Organizer: Kadyrov Chechen State University.
The session brings together heads of leading Russian and international universities, representatives of multilateral financial institutions, and specialized training centers working in the field of Islamic finance.
Participants will discuss how to build a sustainable system for training personnel for the Islamic economy: from joint master's programs and double degrees to corporate training, professional certification, and digital educational platforms. The focus will be on practical cases of implementing Islamic finance programs in Russia and OIC countries, the experience of the joint master's program in classical and Islamic banking, as well as plans to expand such programs internationally. Special emphasis will be placed on the integration of international standards (AAOIFI, etc.) into educational tracks, the role of human capital in strengthening trust in the Islamic financial sector, and the involvement of industry-specific research institutes, including those in the agricultural sector.
Following the discussion, it is planned to formulate proposals for creating a permanent network of partners in the field of Islamic financial and economic education based on KazanForum and to outline a format for further academic and applied cooperation.
Moderator: Magomed Tashtamirov, Vice Rector for Science and Innovation, Head of the Department of Finance, Credit and Antimonopoly Regulation, Candidate of Economic Sciences, Associate Professor, Expert in Islamic Finance, Kadyrov Chechen State University.
Speakers:
● Dr. Sami Al-Suwailem, Acting General Director of the Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) and Chief Economist of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (online);
● Yerlan Baidaulet, Vice President of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Professor;
● Honorary Professor Dr. Dato' Mohd Azmi Omar, President and Chief Executive Officer of INCEIF University, Malaysia;
● Dr. Rizwan Malik, Director of the Centre for Islamic Finance, BIBF, Bahrain;
● Umar Munshi, Founder of Ethis Group and Managing Partner of HASAN.VC;
● Zaurbek Saidov, Rector of Kadyrov Chechen State University, Doctor of Legal Sciences, Professor;
● Stanislav Prokofiev, Rector of the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Doctor of Legal Sciences, Professor;
● Ruslan Khaliullin, Expert at the Russian Center for Islamic Economics and Finance of the Russian Islamic Institute;
● Shamil Shovkhalov, Professor at the Department of Economic Theory and Entrepreneurship of Kadyrov Chechen State University;
● Raid Abdurakhmanov, Vice President of the Foundation for the Development of Education, Sports and Social Initiatives (online).
F4. Caspian cooperation: Russia's role in the development of Islamic initiatives (North-South Club)
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F4. Caspian cooperation: Russia's role in the development of Islamic initiatives (North-South Club)
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Caspian International Integration Club "North-South" – Foundation for Support of Scientific, Technological, Educational Initiatives and Socio-Economic Development.
The Caspian International Integration Club "North-South" brings together on one platform those accustomed to making decisions: representatives of federal authorities, regional governments, logistics giants, Islamic financial institutions, and experts on the markets of the Middle and Near East.
This session is not a report on friendship among nations. It is a working conversation at the intersection of geopolitics, trade, and Islamic financial instruments.
In recent years, Russia has been consistently strengthening its presence in the Islamic world: from the halal industry to interbank agreements. But how can political will be translated into containers on a platform, funds in a bank account, and long-term contracts? The answer lies in this session.
Moderator: Dmitry Dubovik, General Director of the Caspian International Integration Club "North-South".
Speakers:
● Ramazan Abdulatipov, Chairman of the International Integration Club "North-South";
● Gennady Bessonov, Chairman of the Coordinating Transport Conference of CIS Member State;
● Artem Daushev, Aide to the Head of the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision;
● Anastasia Obukhova, Researcher at the Center for the Study of the Near and Middle East of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Iranist, Research Economis;
● Marat Zembatov, Director of the Center for Interdisciplinary Research of the Institute of Public Administration and Management of the Higher School of Economics;
● Pavel Bochko, Head of the International Market Conditions Department of the Institute of Economics and Transport Development;
● Alexander Sharov, General Director of RusIranExpo;
● Nailya Mekhrabova, Advisor to the Management Board for Strategy and Business Development (Member of the Supervisory Board) of Azersun.
G4. Halal Product Logistics: Market Requirements and Practical Solutions for Export
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster А, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G4. Halal Product Logistics: Market Requirements and Practical Solutions for Export
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster А, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: FESCO Transport Group.
Halal products today occupy a significant share of international trade and export supplies, generating sustainable demand from the countries of the Islamic world. In these conditions, the development of specialized logistics solutions that ensure compliance with halal standards at all stages of transportation is of particular importance.
How can we build effective logistics for halal products that meet international standards and the demands of key markets? The session will discuss the role of transport and logistics operators in ensuring the end-to-end supply of halal products, the requirements for infrastructure and transportation processes, as well as the prospects for integrating Russian logistics solutions into international supply chains of the Islamic world.
Session participants will examine practical cases of launching specialized logistics services for halal product transportation, discuss the demands of major Russian agricultural producers, and the expectations of importers from interested countries.
The session will serve as a platform for dialogue between business, government agencies, and international partners with the aim of developing unified approaches to the development of halal logistics and strengthening Russia's position in external halal product markets.
Moderator: Sergey Sidorov, Deputy General Director for Government Relations and External Affairs of the FESCO Transport Group.
Speakers:
● Farit Khanifov, Minister of Transport and Road Infrastructure of the Republic of TatarstanТатарстан;
● Ekaterina Abramova, Deputy General Director of the Directorate of International Transport Corridors Autonomous Non‑profit Organization;
● Najibullo Gafforzoda Jabbori, Representative of the Russian Export Center JSC in the United Arab Emirates;
● Andrey Grechkin, General Director of Dalreftrans LLC;
● Marat Nizamov, Head of the Competence Center for Halal Products and Services;
● Dmitry Antonov, Senior Vice President of the Resource Group of Agricultural Enterprises;
● Abbyas Shlyaposhnikov, Chairman of the Halal Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Abdelhamid El Alami, Chairman and General Director of El Alami Group.
I4. Tourism as a tool of economic cooperation between Russia and the OIC countries: from industrial routes to investment projects (Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation)
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 9, 2nd floor
I4. Tourism as a tool of economic cooperation between Russia and the OIC countries: from industrial routes to investment projects (Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation)
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 9, 2nd floor
Organizer: Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation.
Tourism is not just about beaches, excursions and hotels. This is a powerful tool of economic diplomacy that allows an investor to see the site with his own eyes, an industrialist to assess the partner's capacity, and a region to present itself not through powerpoint presentations, but through real production lines and infrastructure facilities.
The key idea is to use industrial and business tourism as a practical tool for deepening cooperation. The discussion focused on the creation and promotion of joint industrial routes, the attraction of Islamic capital and public-private partnership instruments in the tourism infrastructure, the export potential of Halal tourism, as well as the training of personnel for the implementation of projects. Special attention is paid to regional models of successful cooperation (Tatarstan, Bashkortostan, the North Caucasus) and overcoming existing barriers to the integration of tourism into the overall economic strategy of cooperation.
How can we maximize the potential of tourism, including industrial, business, and Halal tourism, to strengthen economic cooperation between Russia and the OIC countries and transform tourism initiatives into real investment projects?
Moderator: Sergey Katyrin, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Taliya Minullina, Chief Executive of the Tatarstan Investment Development Agency;
● Mikhail Myatlikov, Chairman of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry;
● Anna Palagina, Rector of the Autonomous Non-profit Organization of Additional Education "International Institute of Management of Business Associations";
● Al Saleh Abdalla, Deputy Minister of Economy and Tourism of the United Arab Emirates;
● Erdem Ahmet Ajay, Chairman of the Board of the Russian-Turkish Business Association (RTIB);
● Svetlana Kovaleva, President of the Trade and Industrial Chamber of the Oryol Region;
● Akram Hussein Hassan El-Shafei, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Ismailia;
● Vladimir Platonov, President of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry;
● Natalia Lukyanova, Director of the School of Social Sciences, Doctor of Philosophy, Tomsk Polytechnic University;
● Lidia Roy, Chairman of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Council for Creative Industries, Director of the Center for Creative Economics at the Skolkovo Moscow School of Management.
Interactive platform "I am the Builder of the Future!"
14 May,
10:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion А3, 1nd floor
Interactive platform "I am the Builder of the Future!"
14 May, 10:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion А3, 1nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, Public Council under the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation.
The project is aimed at career guidance for schoolchildren and students, familiarization with modern construction, engineering and urban professions, as well as developing skills in working with digital technologies, VR simulators, mock-up and artificial intelligence.
Master classes for students of grades 9-11 and students are held within the framework of the site:
● Digital TRP Interactive GameUrban Studies";
● The engineering case " Construction of the future. A view from above";
● "Eco-factory of the future: creating a mock-up from foam board";
● "We are building a dream village with a low-rise academy";
● Engineering case study " Modern welder.
J4. Russia's Cooperation with Islamic Countries in the Field of Science and Higher Education
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
J4. Russia's Cooperation with Islamic Countries in the Field of Science and Higher Education
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
Организатор: Министерство образования и науки Российской Федерации, Федеральное государственное автономное образовательное учреждение высшего образования «Казанский (Приволжский) федеральный университет» (КФУ).
Какие совместные образовательные и научные проекты между Россией и странами Исламского мира способны дать наибольший синергический эффект уже в ближайшие годы? Проведение сессии направлено на определение и обсуждение основных направлений развития сотрудничества России со странами Исламского мира в области науки и высшего образования в условиях многополярного миропорядка. В центре внимания — ключевые векторы взаимодействия: академические обмены, совместные научные исследования, разработка образовательных программ с учётом культурно‑религиозных особенностей, цифровизация образовательного пространства и создание сетевых университетов.
Модератор: Ал-Джунди Ваддах Мухаммад, Посол российского образования и науки, директор Центра российско- арабского сотрудничества.
Спикеры:
● Гатиятов Айрат Ринатович, Заместитель Министра науки и высшего образования Российской Федерации;
● Его Превосходительство доктор Абдельазиз Хасанен Мохамед Кунсуа, Министр высшего образования и научных исследований Египта;
● Мухаммад Икбал Чоудхари, Генеральный секретарь Постоянного комитета по научно-техническому сотрудничеству Организации исламского сотрудничества COMSTECH (Пакистан);
● Моххаммед Мифтах Такала, Председатель высшего Государственного Совета Государства Ливия;
● Алишев Тимирхан Булатович, Проректор по внешним связям Федерального государственного бюджетного образовательного учреждения высшего образования «Казанский (Приволжский) Федеральный университет»;
● Бельянинов Андрей Юрьевич, Генеральный секретарь Ассамблеи народов мира;
● Нуреддин Уадах, Министр экономики знаний, стартапов и микропредприятий Алжира;
● Абдельазиз Хасанен Мохамед Кунсуа, Министр высшего образования и научных исследований Арабской Республики Египет;
● Захаров Вадим Петрович, Ректор Уфимского университета науки и технологий;
● Дьяконов Александр Анатольевич, Ректор Альметьевской государственной Высшей школы нефти;
● Мохаммед Мифтах Такала, Председатель высшего Государственного Совета Государства Ливия
K4. Horizontal diplomacy: new formats and a long-term friendship strategy (Council of Young Diplomats, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tatarstan, Academy of Youth Diplomacy)
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster And Hall 11, 2nd floor
K4. Horizontal diplomacy: new formats and a long-term friendship strategy (Council of Young Diplomats, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tatarstan, Academy of Youth Diplomacy)
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster And Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizers: Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, ANO Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
The session is devoted to the role of "horizontal" diplomacy in the development of professional relations in the system of international relations. How can horizontal diplomacy become a stable foundation for multilateral cooperation, and what initiatives of young diplomats can set a long—term vector for friendship between countries?
During the discussion, participants will focus on building long-term relationships in the international
space, from international dialogue between regions and cities to cooperation between non-governmental institutions. Experts are discussing new formats of interaction in the international space: cross-cultural collaborations, scientific and technological alliances, as well as tools of public diplomacy. The result is the formation of approaches to a long-term friendship strategy as a practical system of mutual interests, resistant to foreign policy conjuncture.
Moderator: Konstantin Kolpakov, Chairman of the Commission of the Public Council of Rossotrudnichestvo for International Humanitarian and Youth Cooperation.
Speakers:
● Alexander Yakovenko, Deputy General Director of the Russia Today Media Group, Head of the Committee on Global Issues and International Security of the Scientific and Expert Council of the Security Council of the Russian Federation;
● Vladimir Kuznetsov, Director of the UN Information Center in Moscow;
● Pavel Shevtsov, Deputy Head of the Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation (Rossotrudnichestvo);
● Vladimir Morozov, Vice-Rector for Personnel Policy at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (University) Russian Foreign Ministry;
● Yaroslav Skvortsov, Dean of the Faculty of International Journalism, Moscow State Institute of International Relations (University) Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia;
● Konstantin Kondrashin, Editor-in-Chief - General Director of the Limited Liability Company "Business Newspaper VIEW";
● Pavel Seleznev, Dean of the Faculty of International Economic Relations, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation;
● Ranko Tepavcevich, General Director of the Autonomous Non-profit Organization "Center for the Development of Creative Industries of the Republic of Tatarstan".
P4. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers FROM the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
P4. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers FROM the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
Organizer: Federal Center for Agricultural Export Development.
How can a short meeting with an importer from the UAE or Saudi Arabia be transformed into a long-term partnership during the Forum? To realize the significant export potential of the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tatarstan, a specialized International agro-industrial trade and procurement session for export-oriented companies of the agro-industrial complex of Russia will be organized within the framework of the Forum.
The key elements of the trade and procurement session will be the attraction and arrival of foreign buyers, as well as the holding of individual industry business meetings between Russian agricultural producers and potential foreign partners. This format will make it possible to establish direct business contacts in a short time, demonstrate the quality and competitive advantages of products, discuss supply conditions and conclude preliminary agreements, which will directly contribute to the diversification of export directions and stimulate the entry into new markets of both traditional and new types of products with high added value.
Participating country:
● United Arab Emirates;
● Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
● Sultanate of Oman;
● The State of Qatar;
● Kingdom of Bahrain;
● The Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Arab Republic of Egypt
● Regions of the Russian Federation;
● The Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ulyanovsk region;
● Arkhangelsk region;
● Republic of Mordovia;
● Kirov region;
● Vologda region;
● Perm Region;
● Orenburg region;
● Tula region.
Moderator: Saltanat Sibanbayeva, Head of the UNI-S Communication Group.
Speakers:
● Rustem Gaynullov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ilya Ilyushin, Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution Agroexport;
● Natalia Minaeva, Director of Regional Export Support Infrastructure Development at the Russian Export Center.
Palestinian Embroidery Workshop
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Cluster C
Palestinian Embroidery Workshop
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Cluster C
R4. Creating the future: the new look of housing and communal services
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, Sand Hall
R4. Creating the future: the new look of housing and communal services
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, 1st floor, Sand Hall
Organizer: Ministry of Construction, Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation
Purpose of the event:
Identify strategic ways to transform the industry from an established and expensive model to a modern, customer-oriented and technological ecosystem. The key task is to find a balance between the need for large- scale investments in infrastructure renovation and accessibility of services for the population, discussing mechanisms for attracting business, digitalization and the introduction of smart solutions to improve the quality and comfort of the urban environment.
Within the framework of the session "Creating the future: the new face of housing and communal services" leading international and Russian experts will discuss strategic ways to transform the industry into a customer- oriented and technological ecosystem. Special attention will be paid to the introduction of "smart" resource accounting systems and artificial intelligence for predicting accidents. Representatives of a Malaysian company specializing in digital modeling in construction and the Ministry of Construction of the Republic of Tatarstan will share their experience. The Deputy Governor of the Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug talks about the specifics of infrastructure development in the conditions of the North and permafrost. The key objective of the discussion is to find a balance between large-scale investments in infrastructure renovation and accessibility of services for the population. The moderator is Ruslan Khairullin, Director of the Engineering and Road Infrastructure Division of Sibur Limited Liability Company.
Moderator: Ruslan Khairullin, Director of the Engineering and Road Infrastructure Division, Sibur Limited Liability Company.
Speakers:
● Alexey Yeresko, Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services;
● Damir Shaidullin, First Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture and Housing and Communal Services of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Vladimir Kiltau, Deputy Governor of Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug-Yugra;
● Rustambek Sartkalchaev, Deputy Director of the municipal enterprise " Center of Digital Technologies " of the Bishkek City Hall;
● Vladimir Koshelev, Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Construction, Housing and Communal Services;
● Muhammad Iyas bin Makhzan, Managing Director of UTNM Resources Sdn Bhd (a company specializing in digital modeling in construction), Secretary of the Malaysian BIM Organization, (Malaysia)
S4. Territories of the 21st century: from global trends to integrated development (Ministry of Construction of Russia, MART Association)
14 May,
10:00–11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
S4. Territories of the 21st century: from global trends to integrated development (Ministry of Construction of Russia, MART Association)
14 May, 10:00–11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
Organizer: Ministry of Construction, Housing and Utilities of the Russian Federation, Housing and Utilities of the Russian Federation, MART Association.
Goal:
Fix a limited list of key regulatory barriers (5-7) with reference to specific projects and identify the mechanism and those responsible for their creation for each, agree on the basic conditions for entry into projects for all parties (government, developers, financial institutions), including the structure of transactions and risk allocation, form a list of priority sites (2-3) with the identification of participants and the launch of negotiation processes in the format of working groups after the section, as well as to identify specific areas of international cooperation (export of development competencies, joint projects, attracting foreign investments) with the identification of potential partners and formats.
International practice demonstrates the transition from point-to-point development to integrated models of territorial development, including transport infrastructure, engineering infrastructure, social facilities, digital solutions and sustainable financial mechanisms; at the same time, the role of ICT tools, interdepartmental cooperation and public-private partnership is increasing on the Russian agenda. The section will make it possible to compare global trends with the current regulatory framework and investment realities, identify institutional constraints, formulate proposals for improving regulation, and create a practical dialogue between authorities, developers, financial institutions, and the expert community to launch economically sound and socially sustainable integrated development projects.
Moderator: Maria Sinichich, Director of the Department of Integrated Territorial Development of the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Faisal Al Riami, Advisor to the Minister of Housing and Urban Planning of the Sultanate of Oman;
● Olga Nikitina, Minister of Architecture, Urban Planning and Integrated Development of the Chelyabinsk Region;
● Anastasia Mikhailova, Head of the UN Habitat Office in Russia;
● Abuelsaad Ali Abdelrauf Ali, Architect, urbanist, Professor of Architecture and Urban Planning, Member of the Board of the International Society of Urban Planners (Qatar);
● Alexander Choban, Vice President, Director of the Regional Corporate Business Division of DOM Bank. RF;
● Vasil Mazitov, Chairman of the MARCH Association;
● Albert Demidenko, Candidate of Technical Sciences, Deputy General Director for Scientific Work of Panorama Design Bureau Joint-Stock Company;
● Azat Nazmeev, Director of the State Corporation of Tatarstan for the Republic of Tatarstan.
T4. B2B meetings
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
T4. B2B meetings
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
Congress of Ministers of Culture of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation
14 May,
10:30-12:30
Kazan City Hall
Congress of Ministers of Culture of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation
14 May, 10:30-12:30
Kazan City Hall
Organizer: Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Access to the event is restricted (by protocol lists).
Central question: How to balance tradition and openness, religious norms and multicultural reality, national heritage and the global cultural market? Especially at a time when some seek to cancel Russian culture, while others attempt to impose values alien to the Islamic world under the guise of universal principles.
"The Art of Dialogue: The Role of Russia and the Islamic World in Preserving Global Culture" — this year's theme. Russia and the countries of the Islamic world possess a unique historical experience of coexistence of different cultures and religions within the same territory. This experience is more in demand today than ever before. Participants will discuss concrete mechanisms for heritage preservation, educational programs for intercultural literacy, and the role of culture in social cohesion — from Tatarstan to Senegal, from Indonesia to Bosnia.
Declared Ministers:
● Olga Lyubimova, Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation;
● Paul Ulrich Kessany, Minister of Youth Affairs, Sports, Promotion of Culture and Arts, responsible for Public Life of Gabon;
● Daoud Aweis Jama, Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of Somalia;
● Mirbek Mambetaliev, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan;
● Juélma Cubala, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports in the Transitional Government of Guinea‑Bissau;
● Hibo Moumin Assoweh, Minister of Youth and Culture of Djibouti;
● Ghassan Salamé, Minister of Culture of the Lebanese Republic;
● Ms. Hannatu Musa Musawa, Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria;
● His Excellency Sheikh Salem Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture of the UAE;
● His Excellency Imaduddin Abdalla Salim Hamdan, Minister of Culture of Palestine;
● Her Excellency Ms. Tunis Nabilla Farieda Koroma, Minister of Tourism and Culture of the Republic of Sierra Leone.
H4. Investments, infrastructure, innovations: the role of SEZs in strengthening ties between Russia and Central Asia
14 May,
10:30-12:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H4. Investments, infrastructure, innovations: the role of SEZs in strengthening ties between Russia and Central Asia
14 May, 10:30-12:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Association of Clusters, Technoparks and Special Economic Zones of Russia
The BRICS countries are creating new formats of practical cooperation of global importance. The International Association of Special Economic Zones of the BRICS countries, initiated by Russia in 2024, has become one of the key instruments. Its goal is to develop effective territories with preferential treatment and assist in the localization of business on infrastructureprepared sites. The principles of this cooperation are fixed at the highest level. The Kazan Declaration on the results of the XVI Brics Summit, as well as the Rio de Janeiro Declaration on the results of the XVII Brics Summit, recognized the effectiveness of the SEZs of the BRICS countries as a well-established mechanism for trade and industrial cooperation and promotion of production development. In addition, the BRICS Economic Partnership Strategy 2030, outlined in the Rio Declaration, defines the need to consolidate the principles of cooperation on issues related to the digital economy, international trade, and sustainable development.
Work on the creation and development of special economic zones should also be continued with the countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The successful experience of deploying production from OIC countries in the territories of Russian special economic zones indicates that joint projects are a promising area of cooperation.
What specific steps and mechanisms make it possible to maximize the use of the SEZ potential to strengthen Russia's economic ties with the Central Asian states and expand cooperation within the framework of BRICS and the OIC?
Moderator: Mikhail Labudin, Director of the Association of Clusters, Technoparks and SEZs of Russia
Speakers:
● Nikita Kondratiev, Director of The Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects of The Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation;
● Khuzeynov Jovid, Head of The FEZ Administration Department of The Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of The Republic of Tajikistan;
● Alexey Savrasov, Head of Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence Projects at UNIDO;
● Alexey Poroshin, General Director of the First Group Joint Stock Company;
● Peter Merabishvili, Head of the Department for Interaction with the Public Sector and Large Business of the
● Alabuga Industrial-Type Special Economic Zone;
● Evgeny Udelnov, Deputy General Director for Corporate Projects and Innovations of the Innopolis Special Economic Zone;
● Sunatullo Anvarzoda, Head of the Innovation Ecosystem Development Department, Agency for Innovation and Digital Technologies under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan
M4. Women of the Islamic World: Entrepreneurship and Economics in the era of artificial intelligence (Mәrhәmet - Mercy)
14 May,
10:30-12:00
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
M4. Women of the Islamic World: Entrepreneurship and Economics in the era of artificial intelligence (Mәrhәmet - Mercy)
14 May, 10:30-12:00
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
Organizer: Mәrhәmet – Mercy.
How can artificial intelligence technologies accelerate the growth of women's entrepreneurship in the Islamic world — and which niches are most promising for the introduction of AI? This issue will be the starting point of the session on women's economic activity in the countries of the Islamic world.
The discussion will consider successful cases of business initiatives using AI, tools for optimizing business processes and forecasting demand, and models for creating a sustainable economy through the development of women's entrepreneurship. Special attention is paid to increasing the financial independence of women and developing leadership competencies in business.
Moderator: Roshin Ngorima, Founder and President - female founder Initiative Global, Founder and CEO - Neeps IT solutions (UAE/South Africa).
Speakers:
● Josephine Su, CEO of Greennica Technology (Thailand);
● Janet Osei Boadi, CEO and Founder of the Janet Boadi Foundation (Ghana);
● Futaim Al Shehhi, Member of the Board of Directors of the Fujairah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Member of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Businesswomen's Association (UAE);
● Kamilla Nigmatullina, Professor and Head of the Department of Digital Media Communications at St. Petersburg State University, Leading Analyst at the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at St. Petersburg State University, Head of the Center for Modern Media Studies at Southern Federal University;
● Farwa Hasnain, CEO of a startup based on the Rain technology platform (Pakistan);
● Atouma Marie Bernadette, Head of AMB Services (Cameroon);
● Nurislamova Rezeda, Founder and CEO of the ResedaOdor brand, pharmacologist, chemical technologist, developer of professional halal cosmetics;
● Yasmin Helal Hamed, MD and Chief Executive Officer of ADI Consumer Finance.
O4. Open Lecture "The Mosaic Structure of Language Diversity"
14 May,
10:00-11:30
Cluster C
O4. Open Lecture "The Mosaic Structure of Language Diversity"
14 May, 10:00-11:30
Cluster C
Final selection of IT Park Global GTM Program projects
14 May,
11:00-13:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Final selection of IT Park Global GTM Program projects
14 May, 11:00-13:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT Park, Your needs.
The pitch session brings together 15 finalist projects of the IT Park Global gtm Program, which have passed a competitive selection in thematic areas. Each team presents its solution in the format of a 3-minute pitch + 3 minutes of expert questions. The projects are evaluated by 4-6 industry experts in relevant areas under the guidance of a moderator.
Which of the presented projects have the greatest potential for rapid entry into foreign markets, and what steps will help the teams realize this potential in the near future? The session identifies the best innovative projects ready to enter international markets.
Moderator: clarifying.
The expert:
• Yulia Chudinova, General Director of Congress Avia;
• Mughis Shawkat, Advisor and Strategist on Islamic Finance, Advisor to the International Islamic Rating Agency (IIRA) (Bahrain);
• Amir Al-Mousa, Director of the AAOIFI Representative Center In Russia;
• Azamat Sabirov, Head of the AVT Travel company;
• Tarzimanov Rustem, Head of the travel company"Salavat";
• Pavel Kurbatov, Vice President of the Russian Snowboard Federation, Sports Director of the Russian national teams, CEO of Your Needs fz LLC (UAE);
• Antonov Nikolay, CEO of Your Needs FZ LLC (UAE);
• Alexey Shlyapnikov, Managing Partner of VSporte, Sporttech, Media and Sports Commerce;
• Zhiltsova Yulia, Co-founder and CEO of the Institute of Innovations in the Field of Sports, Tourism and Mass Events;
• Kurbatova Nailya, Expert in the field of operational planning and automation of processes, software for international "Tourism.Russia","Sber", Exhibition"Russia", World Expo, European Games, Sochi 2014;
• Ruslan Ibragimovich Ismailov, Expert of international events "CTO Phygital Games", European Games 2019, FIFA 2018;
• Serge Focas Odunlami, Head of the Committee for the Development of Trade and Economic Cooperation in the African Region, President of the Africa Calls Association;
• Khmyleva Maria, Chairman of the Management Board of the Bank 131;
• Augusta Geneses, Head of the Committee for the Development of Trade and Economic Partnership with the MENA Countries of the Eurasian Business Association;
• Vadim Prasov, Managing Partner of Alliance Hotel Management Management Company, Public Commissioner of Moscow for Asset Management in the field of hospitality, member of the Expert Council of the State Duma Committee on Tourism;
• Farkhutdinov Aizat, Technical Director of the Technocracy Limited Liability Company;
• Ruslan Khaliullin, Expert at the Russian Center for Islamic Economics and Finance at the Russian Islamic University;
• Valery Kichigin, IT Operations Manager, Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee;
• Alexander Zinoviev, Director of the Digital Products Department, Leader of AI Transformation, Sberbank, PhD, CIO;
• Denis Aminov, Head of the Kazan Accreditation Department Forum 2023-2025 / Games of the Future 2024 / UNESCO Forum 2022.
IT Park Global GTM Programme Awards Ceremony
14 May,
11:00-15:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
IT Park Global GTM Programme Awards Ceremony
14 May, 11:00-15:00
Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT Park, Your needs.
The ceremony opens with a dynamic video summarizing the results of the IT Park Global GTM Program and the international direction of IT Park Global. The four best innovative projects selected based on the results of the final pitch session receive certificates for participation in a prestigious business mission to the State of Qatar. The award ceremony is attended by distinguished guests from the State of Qatar, symbolizing support for the export proposals of Tatarstan's IT companies.
Honoredguests:
• Bulat Gabdrakhmanov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan;
• Mohammed Khalid Al-Qahtani, First Secretary of the Embassy of the State of Qatar in the Russian Federation.
The Grand Ceremony of the IT Park Global GTM Program
14 May,
11:00-15:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
The Grand Ceremony of the IT Park Global GTM Program
14 May, 11:00-15:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, IT zone, 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digital Development of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan, IT Park, Technocracy.
The finale of the international fintech hackathon in the IT zone will be the culmination of the intensive work of the development teams that have proposed solutions in the field of financial technology for the markets of Russia and the countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. The best projects that have been selected will present their developments to the expert jury and the professional community.
The final will feature three finalist teams that will present their innovative fintech solutions in an expanded format: each team will present a 10-minute pitch followed by a 5-minute Q&A session with the jury. Participants will demonstrate working prototypes and demo versions of products focused on practical application and scaling in international markets.
The final will serve as a platform for evaluating the technological maturity of projects, their investment attractiveness, and potential for implementation in the financial infrastructure. Special attention will be given to the applied value of solutions and their compliance with the requirements of the rapidly developing fintech sector.
Lunch in the format of bilateral meetings
14 May,
11:30-13:00
Lunch in the format of bilateral meetings
14 May, 11:30-13:00
Press conference on the track "Female Perspective" (Press Center)
14 May,
12:15-12:30
Press conference on the track "Female Perspective" (Press Center)
14 May, 12:15-12:30
15th Session of the ICESCO General Conference on Education, Science and Culture
14 May,
13:00-14:00
Millennium Panorama, Saphir Hall
15th Session of the ICESCO General Conference on Education, Science and Culture
14 May, 13:00-14:00
Millennium Panorama, Saphir Hall
Organizer: Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, Government of the Republic of Tatarstan
Access to the event is restricted (by protocol lists).
The primary task of the General Conference is to formulate general policy and oversee ICESCO's activities. Sessions are held every four years. Ministers from ICESCO member states, or their authorised representatives, participate in the event.
Arriving delegations:
● Arab Republic of Egypt;
● State of Brunei Darussalam;
● State of Libya;
● Islamic Republic of Iran;
● Islamic Republic of Pakistan;
● Kingdom of Morocco;
● People's Republic of Bangladesh;
● United Arab Emirates;
● Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Republic of Benin;
● Republic of Guinea;
● Republic of Guinea-Bissau;
● Republic of Yemen;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Republic of Cameroon;
● Republic of Côte d'Ivoire;
● Republic of Maldives;
● Republic of Niger;
● Republic of Senegal;
● Republic of Sudan;
● Republic of Tajikistan;
● Republic of Tunisia;
● Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Republic of Chad;
● Syrian Arab Republic;
● Union of the Comoros;
● Sultanate of Oman;
● Turkmenistan;
● Federal Republic of Nigeria;
● Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
A5. Promotion of Russian products in the Islamic world
14 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A5. Promotion of Russian products in the Islamic world
14 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Partner Organizers: Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, Roskachestvo Autonomous Non‑profit Organization.
Russian exports to the countries of the Islamic world are growing, but the potential is far from fully realized. Why? Because "simply shipping a product" is not enough. One needs to understand halal certification, adapt packaging and labeling to the requirements of specific countries, build logistics, and, most importantly, earn consumer trust — as consumers will not buy a product if they doubt its compliance with norms.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia and Roskachestvo bring together on one platform those who shape export policy and those who implement it on the ground.
Key question of the session: How can we ensure that Russian manufacturers are not afraid to enter OIC markets, and that consumers in Jakarta or Istanbul choose "Made in Russia" not because it is cheaper, but because they trust it?
Moderator: Maria Suvorovskaya, Editor‑in‑Chief of Russian Business Guide, Honorary Representative of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Azerbaijan.
Speakers:
● Roman Chekushov, State Secretary – Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation;
● Maxim Protasov, Head of the Russian Quality System (Roskachestvo) Autonomous Non‑profit Organization;
● Anna Lavrentyeva, Senior Vice President of NOVIKOMBANK JSC;
● Alfiya Kogogina, First Deputy Chairwoman of the Committee on Small and Medium‑Sized Enterprises of the State Duma;
● Dmitry Tafintsev, Director of the Government Relations Department of RVB Limited Liability Company;
● Ahmet Burak Dağlıoğlu, Head of the Investment and Finance Office of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye;
● Anna Meleshina, Managing Director of Magnit PJSC;
● Sezai Uçarmak, Deputy Minister of Trade of the Republic of Türkiye.
B5. Russia-Ghana Dialogue (Ghana-Russia Center for Commerce and Relations)
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
B5. Russia-Ghana Dialogue (Ghana-Russia Center for Commerce and Relations)
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ghana-Russia Center for Commerce and Relations.
Ghana is one of the most stable and dynamically developing democratic states in West Africa. Its reserves of gold, oil, gas, cocoa, and a growing middle class make it not just an interesting partner, but a strategic gateway to the subregion. Until now, Russian business has paid significantly less attention to Ghana than it deserves. This roundtable aims to rectify that situation.
For the first time, key players shaping economic relations between Russia and Ghana are gathering on a single platform. This is an attempt to launch the first ever systemic Russia–Ghana dialogue at the level of business practitioners, not only diplomats.
What does Ghana need from Russia right now: investment, technology, education, or political support? The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC): what preferences can a Russian investor actually obtain and how quickly? Where can Russian technologies meet Ghana's needs – in generation, grids, or renewables? How many students from Ghana are Russian universities ready to accept under quotas and contracts? How should transactions between Ghana and Russia be structured under current conditions (currency, correspondent banks, clearing)?
Moderator: John Aggrey, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana-Russia Center for Commerce and Relations.
Speakers:
● His Excellency Dr. Koma Steem Jehu-Appiah, Ambassador Plenipotentiary and Extraordinary of the Republic of Ghana to the Russian Federation;
● Pavel Moiseev, President of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Derzhavin Tambov State University;
● Denis Kozlov, Нead of the Foreign Sales Department at «Zavod Burovoi Tekhniki» LLC;
● Elena Skvortsova, Vice President of Association of Banks of Russia;
● Ziona Ayorkor Holm, Head of Business Development and Innovations Ghana-Russia Center for Commerce and Relations;
● Mikhail Pozdniakov, Head of Development of African Initiative news agency;
● Karina Mukhametianova, Leading specialist of SEZ «Alabuga.
C5. Ensuring freedom of economic activity and technological sovereignty in the context of the end of the era of globalization
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
C5. Ensuring freedom of economic activity and technological sovereignty in the context of the end of the era of globalization
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
Organizer: The Prosecutor General's Office of the Russian Federation.
Access to the event is limited (according to separate lists).
The Russian Federation's response to the unprecedented sanctions pressure from unfriendly countries has been the use of effective budget incentive mechanisms, while increasing the expenditure parts of budgets at all levels and strengthening legal protection mechanisms for socially responsible businesses.
The moderate conservative policy pursued by the country's leadership in the context of the transition to multipolarity is aimed at consistently solving social problems, ensuring predictable business conditions, as well as attracting investments in the modernization of production based on the domestic technological base.
For these purposes, prosecutors provide supervisory support for all measures provided in the Russian jurisdiction to support and stimulate entrepreneurial initiatives, as well as the formation of an easy-to-use and effective legal framework for the business community.
The international exchange of best practices with prosecutor's offices, anti-corruption and other competent agencies of foreign countries has been intensified.
Key questions: What is the coordinating role of the Russian Prosecutor's Office in building comfortable conditions for doing business? Why is the balance of interests of the state, society and business especially important today? What foreign experience can be used in the work of the Russian prosecutor's office?
D5. Partnership Finance in Russia: Business Experience and Development Prospects
14 May,
13:00-14:30
Hall 4. Russian Islamic Economic Forum(theater 250 people)
D5. Partnership Finance in Russia: Business Experience and Development Prospects
14 May, 13:00-14:30
Hall 4. Russian Islamic Economic Forum(theater 250 people)
Organizer: Sberbank of Russia Public Joint Stock Company.
Interest in partnership finance in Russia is growing noticeably, especially in the business environment. For entrepreneurs and financial institutions, this is primarily a search for new tools for business development, attracting investment, and entering new markets. This session will bring together business representatives – participants in the experiment under Federal Law No. 417-FZ – who are already applying partnership finance instruments or are only studying them in practice. Participants will share real experiences: which models have already proven effective, what challenges businesses face, and what opportunities are emerging in the current conditions.
In a live discussion format, we will address:
· How Islamic financial instruments can be used in entrepreneurial activities;
· Which niches and industries have the greatest potential;
· What limitations exist today – legal, operational, and market;
· What steps could contribute to the further development of the industry, including expanding product offerings, improving regulation, and increasing market awareness.
The session will be useful for entrepreneurs, investors, representatives of financial organizations, and anyone interested in the development of partnership finance in Russia. This is an opportunity to hear the practical perspective of business and understand how Islamic finance can be organically integrated into the existing economic system, contributing to its diversification and sustainable growth.
Moderator: Marat Sadriev, Managing Director of the Center for Partnership Finance and Special Projects of Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company.
Speakers:
● Konstantin Vyshkovsky, Deputy Chairman of VEB.RF;
● Askhat Giniyatov, Head of Islamic Banking at T-Bank;
● Marina Slutskaya, Vice President – Director of the Sustainable Development Division of DOM.RF;
● Iskander Iskhakov, Head of Ak Bars Islamic Banking;
● Venera Tleulieva, Advisor to the Management Board of Bank ZENIT.
F5. Export of Russian Halal Products: Impetus for Developing New Markets
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F5. Export of Russian Halal Products: Impetus for Developing New Markets
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Russian Ministry of Agriculture.
Halal today means meat and dairy, confectionery products and non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, logistics and certification. Russia, with its vast agricultural resources and developed food industry, has every chance of taking a worthy place in this market. The question is: how to turn potential into real export contracts?
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation is launching this session as a direct dialogue platform between Russian producers and foreign importers, distributors, and investors. No intermediaries. No lengthy approvals. Only those who produce and those who buy.
Speakers are key players in the Russian and international halal industry.
The session is intended for Russian producers and exporters of agricultural products, foreign importers and distributors, investors, logistics providers, and certification bodies.
Moderator: Alexander Yakuba, Advisor to the Head of the Federal Center Agroexport.
Speakers:
● Maxim Markovich, Deputy Minister of Agriculture of the Russian Federation;
● Ilya Ilyushin, Head of the Federal Center Agroexport;
● Artem Daushev, Aide to the Head of the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision;
● Aidar Gazizov, General Director of the International Center for Halal Standardization and Certification under the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation;
● Tashokhadzhi Agamerzaev, Deputy Head of the Competence Center in the field of Halal products and Services, Autonomous Non-profit Organization "Russian Quality System";
● Abbyas Shlyaposhnikov, Chairman of the Halal Committee of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Yousef Salem Al Harbi, Vice President of the Saudi Halal Center);
● Ihsan Övüt, Secretary General of the Institute of Standards and Metrology of Islamic States (SMIIC);
● Stefan Dürr, President of EkoNiva Group of Companies;
● Yulia Eliseeva, Director for Technical Regulation of H&N JS»;
● Evgeny Korenkov, Deputy General Director of Chernogolovka Group of Companies;
● Andrey Grechkin, General Director of Dalreftrans LLC (FESCO);
● Ivan Kotov, General Director of the Limited Liability Company NPO Velis;
● Najibullo Jabbori, Representative of the Russian Export Center Joint Stock Company in the United Arab Emirates;
● Abubekirov Talip, Director of the ECO Halal Trading House;
● Natalia Goncharova, Advisor to the Federal State Budgetary Institution Agroexport.
G5. Digital Transport of the Future: Intelligent Transportation and Autonomous Technologies
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster and Hall 7, 2nd floor
G5. Digital Transport of the Future: Intelligent Transportation and Autonomous Technologies
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster and Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation.
The session is dedicated to the prospects of introducing autonomous vehicles into logistics – both passenger and freight – from current practical results to long-term industry development trends. Unmanned freight transportation in Russia has already moved beyond testing: major retailers and marketplaces are using unmanned trucks for cargo delivery and are achieving measurable business results.
Moderator: Polina Davydova, Director of the Association "Digital Transport and Logistics", Advisor to the Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation.
Speakers:
● Dmitry Zverev, State Secretary, Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation;
● Farit Khanifov, Minister of Transport and Road Management of The Republic of Tatarstan;
● Victoria Erkenova, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Avtodor Group of Companies for Intelligent Transport Systems and Digitalization;
● Roman Zakharov, Deputy Director for Government Relations X5;
● Bimal Niroshan Ratnayake Weerakoon, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka;
● His Excellency Xinguane Sebastiau Marcos Maote, Secretary of State for Transport and Logistics of the Republic of Mozambique;
● Samat Sattarov, General Director of Natcar (National Carrier JSC).
H5. The Greater Eurasian Partnership: a development strategy
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H5. The Greater Eurasian Partnership: a development strategy
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Russia—Islamic World Strategic Vision Group (GSV ROME), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, and the International Organization for Eurasian Cooperation (MOEC).
The session is aimed at discussing issues related to the formation of a long–term vision of the Greater Eurasian Partnership (BEP), a large-scale initiative of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin. In a changing world, it is necessary to combine efforts and harmonize the joint steps of interested partners in order to act in Greater Eurasia, at the "crossroads" of the four oceans, a continent-wide space of economic growth, development and progress. Within the framework of the dialogue between the state, business and the expert community, special attention will be paid to the role and contribution of representatives of the Islamic world to the unifying agenda, including at the level of international organizations such as the OIC, the Arab League, the GCC and integration formats with the participation of Muslim countries – the EAEU, the CIS, ASEAN and the SCO. Specific projects, initiatives and tools that could create a strong fabric of business and public relations and ensure the interconnectedness of markets, supply chains and cooperation in Greater Eurasia on an open basis for the benefit of all and prosperity will be discussed in detail.
Moderator: Farit Mukhametshin, Advisor to the Chairman of the Strategic Vision Group "Russia – Islamic World", Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Doctor of Political Sciences.
Greeting speech: Farid Mukhametshin, Honorary Chairman of the State Council of the Republic of Tatarstan, Academician of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan, Doctor of Political Sciences.
Speakers:
● Dmitry Birichevsky, Director of the Department of Economic Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Russian Federation, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary;
● Izzat Saad, Director of the Egyptian Council for International Affairs, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
● Grigory Karasin, Chairman of the Federation Council Committee on International Affairs of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
● Ruslan Korchagin, Director of the Institute of Public Administration and Management of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (RANEPA);
● Dmitry Stasyulis, President of the International Organization for Eurasian Cooperation, Editor-in-Chief of the Eurasian Dialogue magazine, Russian Sherpa in the Civil Twenty;
● Vadim Khomenko, President of the Economic Society of the Republic of Tatarstan, Corresponding Member of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan, Doctor of Economics, Professor;
● Beshari Muhammad, Secretary General of the World Council of Muslim Communities;
● Bulat Sarsenbayev, Goodwill Ambassador of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary.
● Shiltag Valid Hamid, Head of the Representation of the League of Arab States in the Russian Federation, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Doctor of Political Sciences.
I5. The Creative Economy: New Export Brands, Industries, and Growth Points
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 9, 2nd floor
I5. The Creative Economy: New Export Brands, Industries, and Growth Points
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 9, 2nd floor
Organizer: Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation.
Oil, gas, metals, and grain — Russia remains a leading exporter of traditional goods. However, the 21st century is dictating new rules: the economy of impressions, design, fashion, media, gastronomy, IT art, advertising, and intellectual property are becoming just as valuable export products as raw materials. The question is how can Russian creators, designers, or media developers enter the markets of OIC countries, where the demand for original, high-quality, and culturally relevant content is growing at an alarming rate?
The session is dedicated to the formation of competitive Russian export brands in the creative industries and the promotion of Russian creative products to the markets of the OIC countries. The session discusses the architecture of support for creative entrepreneurship through the system of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, mechanisms for international cooperation in the fields of design, fashion, gallery business, and media, as well as practical tools for monetizing intellectual property.
Moderator: Lidia Roy, Chairman of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Council for Creative Industries, Director of the Center for Creative Economics at the Skolkovo Moscow School of Management.
Speakers:
● Nikita Vladimirovich Kondratyev, Director of the Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects, Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation;
● Khaled Nabil Subhi Hader, Head of Artificial Intelligence at TAG.Global;
● Radmila Nalgieva, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Ingushetia, expert in the development of creative industries in the North Caucasus and interaction with the Islamic business community;
● Elena Egorova, Director of Strategic Communications and GR at SberMarketing, a Russian advertising agency;
● Kirill Podgorny, Chairman of the Board of the Russian Business Council at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry;
● Vladimir Kovalev, Executive Director of the Russian-Thai Business Council at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation;
● Alexander Bodrov, Deputy Director General of the Video Game Industry Development Organization;
● Svetlana Bobrova, Head of the Representative Office of the Russian Export Center Joint Stock Company in Kazan;
● Vladimir Platonov, President of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
ISESCO General Assembly
14 May,
13:00-14:00
Combo Hotel “Millennium Panorama Hotels”
ISESCO General Assembly
14 May, 13:00-14:00
Combo Hotel “Millennium Panorama Hotels”
J5. Russian Economy: new challenges and new opportunities in the era of sanctions and platforms (Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation)
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
J5. Russian Economy: new challenges and new opportunities in the era of sanctions and platforms (Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation)
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 10, 2nd floor
Organizer: Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation.
In the context of unprecedented sanctions pressure and tectonic shifts in the global economy, Russia is shaping new development strategies, where partners from the Islamic world play a special role. The session will become a platform for analyzing the current state of the Russian economy, which demonstrates adaptability to external constraints and is looking for new footholds in the countries of the global South. The participants will discuss how digital transformation and the development of the platform economy create a window of opportunity to bypass infrastructure barriers. Special emphasis will be placed on the mechanisms of bilateral trade, investment cooperation and the introduction of Islamic financial instruments in the new realities. The discussion will touch upon issues of technological sovereignty and import substitution in the context of fragmentation of the global network. An important topic will be the role of Russian regions, especially Tatarstan, as hubs for the development of economic ties with the Islamic world. The session participants will be asked to predict the contours of a new architecture of international cooperation, where Russia and the Islamic world act as growth drivers.
The final products of the session: the resolution of the session (10-15 priority regulatory and design decisions); a matrix of risks and dependencies along critical chains.
Moderator: Pavel Seleznev, Dean of the Faculty of International Economic Relations, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Stanislav Prokofiev, Rector of the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation;
● Babakov Alexander, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation; Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for Cooperation with organizations of compatriots abroad;
● Dmitry Volvach, Head Of The Federal Service For Accreditation;
● Oleg Vladimirovich Ganeev, Senior Vice President, Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC);
● Saidov Zaurbek, Rector of Kadyrov Chechen State University;
● Alexey Bobrovsky, Head of the Economic Department at the Russian Media Group, Director of the Institute for the Study of World Markets;
● Irina Hakobyan, Deputy General Director for Economics and Finance of the A7 Company;
● Gimadeev Aidar, General Director of NANOECOHIM Limited Liability Company;
● Abdulatipov Ramazan, Scientific Director of the Institute of Global Studies, Faculty of International Economic Relations, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation;
● Ismail Ebrahim Desai (Mufti), Expert in the field of Islamic finance, investment banker, CEO of GIFS (Global Islamic Financial Services);
● Dr. Rizwan Malik, Director of the Center for Islamic Finance, BIBF, Bahrain;
● A representative of Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company;
● Ping He, Associate Dean and Professor of Finance, School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University, China.
K5. В2В-meeting
14 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 11, 2nd floor
K5. В2В-meeting
14 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 11, 2nd floor
Living Heritage: Dialogue of Cultures in the Era of globalization – from identification to recognition: Strategies, Case Studies, and Prospects for Working with Intangible Ethnocultural Heritage of the Islamic World in the Context of the UNESCO World Heri
14 May,
13:00-14:30
TSUM
Living Heritage: Dialogue of Cultures in the Era of globalization – from identification to recognition: Strategies, Case Studies, and Prospects for Working with Intangible Ethnocultural Heritage of the Islamic World in the Context of the UNESCO World Heri
14 May, 13:00-14:30
TSUM
Organizer: Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan, Tatkultresurscenter State Budgetary Institution.
The session is a discussion platform in the field of preservation and promotion of objects of intangible ethno- cultural heritage (ONED). The session focuses on the unique heritage of the Islamic world, which, on the one hand, is a deep expression of religious and ethnic identity, and on the other hand, it is an important resource for intercultural dialogue in the context of globalization. The session will be structured around several key topics, such as a strategy for identifying and preserving "living" heritage in the modern world, where special attention will be paid to the role of local communities as the main bearers of traditions and the need for a balance between authenticity and adaptation; practical cases of successful work with objects of intangible ethnocultural heritage of the Islamic world — from traditional crafts and performing arts from arts to rituals and holidays — with an analysis of both successful nominations in the UNESCO list and projects for their livelihood at the national level; prospects, consideration of new formats for popularization, digitalization and educational use of heritage
As part of the discussion, the participants discuss the following issues:
What are the 2-3 key factors that determine the success of the nomination of intangible heritage sites of the Islamic world to the UNESCO list?
How can local communities participate more effectively in the preservation and transmission of ethno—cultural traditions, and what support tools do they need?
The outcome of the session should be not only a meaningful discussion, but also the formation of specific recommendations and, possibly, a roadmap for strengthening the role of the intangible ethno-cultural heritage of the Islamic world in the global cultural agenda, strengthening dialogue and mutual understanding between peoples.
Moderator: Tamara Purtova, Director of the Polenov State House of Folk Art..
Speakers:
● Robert Almeev, Member of the Scientific Council for the Awarding of Academic Degrees of the State Museum of History of Uzbekistan;
● Alexander Chernykh, Director of the Institute for Humanitarian Research of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences;
● Talantaaly Bakchiev, Director of the Center for Kyrgyz Language and Manas Studies of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B. Yeltsin;
● Samir Alshikh, Director of the Siberian Valon Falconry Center;
● Ildar Enaleev, Doctor of Biological Sciences, President of the Russian Falcon Non‑profit Organization;
● Rasikh Sagitov, Secretary General of the International Association "United Cities and Local Governments of Eurasia" (UCLG - Eurasia);
● Kamola Akilova, Doctor of Art History, Director of the Gallery of Fine Arts of Uzbekistan, Professor at the Kamoliddin Behzod National Institute of Art and Design;
● Guzel Sayfutdinova, Head of the Geoinformation Technologies Department of the Khalikov Institute of Archaeology of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tatarstan, Candidateof Technical Sciences.
M5. Women's career paths: opportunities, challenges, and development prospects (Mәrhәmet – Mercy)
14 May,
13:00–14:30
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
M5. Women's career paths: opportunities, challenges, and development prospects (Mәrhәmet – Mercy)
14 May, 13:00–14:30
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
Organizer: Mәrhәmet – Mercy.
The discussion focuses on the experiences of successful women entrepreneurs, what difficulties and barriers they encountered, what approaches and strategies they used, and how they achieved results in various fields of activity. A female entrepreneur faces a number of specific difficulties on the path to success, given the influence of social expectations and traditional ideas about the role of women in the family, which can affect the upbringing of her entrepreneurial activities. The session is devoted to the analysis of modern opportunities and barriers to women's career growth in the corporate environment. The participants discuss the mechanisms of formation of women's leadership, the impact of corporate culture on professional development, as well as practices to support equal opportunities in business. Special attention will be paid to strategies for promoting women to managerial positions and creating conditions for realizing their potential in large companies.
Moderator: Elmira Zaripova, Minister of Labor, Employment and Social Protection of the Republic of Tatarstan
Speakers:
● Albina Nasyrova, Founder of the BC Academy International School and Kindergarten;
● Dalia Gainanova, Deputy of the Kazan City Duma, head of the NGO "Everything for children";
● Dr. Fahria Al Shibli, Consultant Dermatologist, Dermatosurgeon; CEO, Doctor Of The Fakhriya Clinic (Oman);
● Rim Siam, President of the Council of Economic Businesswomen at the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce and the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, Member of the Board of the International Federation of Chambers of Commerce (ICC World Chambers Federation) (Egypt);
● Dr. Doha Ibrahim Yousef AlsHehhi, Consultant in Leadership Development, Institutional and Psychological Awareness in the Government of the United Arab Emirates;
● Jay Itzhak, CEO and Co-Founder (CEO & Co-Founder) The International Fashion Chamber of Malaysia (myfashionchamber) (Malaysia);
● Amal Al Raisi, Founder and Creative Director at Amal Al Raisi (Oman);
● Lamiz Al Negm, Advisor on Corporate Social Responsibility, Executive Chairman of the Financial Regulatory Authority of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
P5. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan
14 May,
13:00-14:30
Cluster C
P5. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan
14 May, 13:00-14:30
Cluster C
Organizer: Federal Center for Agricultural Export Development.
How can a short meeting with an importer from the UAE or Saudi Arabia be transformed into a long-term partnership during the Forum? To realize the significant export potential of the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tatarstan, a specialized International agro-industrial trade and procurement session for export-oriented companies of the agro-industrial complex of Russia will be organized within the framework of the Forum.
The key elements of the trade and procurement session will be the attraction and arrival of foreign buyers, as well as the holding of individual industry business meetings between Russian agricultural producers and potential foreign partners. This format will make it possible to establish direct business contacts in a short time, demonstrate the quality and competitive advantages of products, discuss supply conditions and conclude preliminary agreements, which will directly contribute to the diversification of export directions and stimulate the entry into new markets of both traditional and new types of products with high added value.
Participating country:
● United Arab Emirates;
● Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
● Sultanate of Oman;
● The State of Qatar;
● Kingdom of Bahrain;
● The Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Arab Republic of Egypt
● Regions of the Russian Federation;
● The Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ulyanovsk region;
● Arkhangelsk region;
● Republic of Mordovia;
● Kirov region;
● Vologda region;
● Perm Region;
● Orenburg region;
● Tula region.
Moderator: Saltanat Sibanbayeva, Head of the UNI-S Communication Group.
Speakers:
● Rustem Gaynullov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ilya Ilyushin, Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution Agroexport;
● Natalia Minaeva, Director of Regional Export Support Infrastructure Development at the Russian Export Center.
Poster Exhibition "The East Through the Eyes of Tatarstan Students"" by Kazan Federal University students representing Eastern countries"
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Cluster C
Poster Exhibition "The East Through the Eyes of Tatarstan Students"" by Kazan Federal University students representing Eastern countries"
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Cluster C
R5. Comfortably by the Water: Yachting Tourism as a Driver of Regional Development
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC Cluster A, 1st floor, Sand Hall
R5. Comfortably by the Water: Yachting Tourism as a Driver of Regional Development
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo IEC Cluster A, 1st floor, Sand Hall
Organizer: Unified Institute of Spatial Planning of the Russian Federation.
Yachting tourism and related infrastructure are becoming one of the most promising areas of coastal development. Water tourism and related infrastructure are becoming one of the most promising areas of coastal development. Yacht ports (marinas), harbors and multifunctional tourist complexes near the water today are not just places for mooring ships, but complex urban planning nodes that form new centers of attraction for tourists, investors and local communities. In Russia, which has a unique water potential (13 seas, the largest river systems), the development of yacht infrastructure is one of the priorities set out in the Concept of Yacht Tourism Development until 2030.
The key challenges are the formation of a systematic approach to the placement of marinas and their design methodology. The Unified Institute of Spatial Planning of the Russian Federation (UIPP RF), commissioned by the Ministry of Construction of the Russian Federation, completed a large-scale study in 2025, "Development of proposals for the urban design of yacht ports (marinas)," which resulted in proposals for the development of a classification of yacht ports, an approach to the functional zoning and balance of the territory of yacht ports, as well as a location assessment system.
In 2026, the EIPP of the Russian Federation began work on the study "Development of mechanisms for prioritizing the placement of yacht infrastructure on inland waterways, taking into account the goals of the strategic development of the Russian Federation."
The results of the 2025 work and the preliminary results of the 2026 work will be the starting point for the discussion.
Moderator:Alexey Matsuev, Deputy Director of the Unified Institute of Spatial Planning of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Nikita Stasishin, Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation;
● Sergey Krasnoperov, General Director of the Joint-Stock Company "Corporation Tourism.Russian Federation";
● Ilsiyar Tukhvatullina, Chief Architect of the city of Kazan;
● Anna Shumeiko, CEO of DATA Company (The company develops high-performance solutions for data warehouses, analytics and automation of processes using AI);
● Or A. N. Alrauf, Architect, urbanist, Professor of Architecture and Urban Planning, Member of the Board of the International Society of Urban Planners (Qatar);
● Nurali Rezvanov, Deputy Head of the Department of Investments and State Program Implementation Support, Kavkaz.RF Joint Stock Company.
S5. Earth in numbers: geographic information systems and platform solutions in the management of territories of Russia and the countries of the Islamic world (Rosreestr)
14 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
S5. Earth in numbers: geographic information systems and platform solutions in the management of territories of Russia and the countries of the Islamic world (Rosreestr)
14 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
Organizer: Federal Service for State Registration, Cadastre and Cartography (Rosreestr)
Purpose:
The discussion will become a platform for professional dialogue and exchange of best practices in the development and implementation of advanced digital technologies in the geodetic industry, as well as to identify promising areas of cooperation in the field of spatial data with the countries of the Islamic world.
The development of international cooperation in the field of geodesy, cartography and spatial data is of particular importance in the context of digitalization.
Geographic information systems are becoming the main tool for making strategically important decisions that determine the trajectory of development of government tasks and directly affect the increase in investment attractiveness of territories, thanks to the capabilities of complex analysis and visualization of large amounts of spatial data.
The panel discussion will discuss the current state and prospects for the development of the national spatial data system of Russia.: analysis of achievements and expert assessments; geodata as a strategic asset of public administration; international experience in creating effective geographic information systems.
Moderator: Timirkhan Alishev, Vice-Rector for External Relations of Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University.
Speakers:
● Lilina Lyudmila, Deputy Head of Rosreestr;
● Tatiana Gromova, General Director of the Roskadastr Public Law Company;
● Emil Safarov, Director of the Department of the Unified State Cadastre of Land Construction and Real Estate of the public legal entity "State Cadastre and Register of Immovable Property" of the Republic of Azerbaijan (online);
● Koshelev Vladimir, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation;
● Agliullin Fanil. Minister of Land and Property Relations of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Kamynina Nadezhda, Rector of the Moscow State University of Geodesy and Cartography;
● Amer Al-Humaidi, Assistant Director, Geographic Information Systems Center at the Ministry of Municipal Development of the State of Qatar (Qatar) (online);
● Kurbanzoda Foteh Lukmanjon, Director of the State Unitary Enterprise Aerogeodesia Dushanbe of the State Committee for Land Management and Geodesy of the Republic of Tajikistan (Tajikistan) (online).
T5. Strategic session of the Organizing Committee of the VI All-Russian Industry Management Competition"Leaders of the construction industry" (All-Russian Center For National Construction Policy. Private session)
14 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo Cluster And Pavilion A3, 2nd floor, Glass Hall
T5. Strategic session of the Organizing Committee of the VI All-Russian Industry Management Competition"Leaders of the construction industry" (All-Russian Center For National Construction Policy. Private session)
14 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo Cluster And Pavilion A3, 2nd floor, Glass Hall
Organizer: The All-Russian Center for National Construction Policy.
Discussion of the finals of the VI All-Russian Industry Management Competition "Leaders of the construction industry", coordination of interaction with partners and participants, as well as the presentation and launch of an expanded industry track as part of the business program of the finals.
Organizer: Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the Russian Federation.
In conditions of political instability, issues of peaceful coexistence are becoming particularly important. How can tolerance and mutual understanding between the peoples of Russia and the UAE be strengthened through humanitarian cooperation? At the round table, participants discussed the role of religion in promoting intercultural dialogue, current aspects of the development of tolerance in the modern world, and promising areas for joint initiatives between Russia and the UAE. The event will culminate with the presentation of the Kazan handwritten Quran, a cultural artifact symbolizing centuries-old traditions and spiritual heritage.
Moderator: Anastasia Nikolaeva, Representative of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● His Excellency Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture of the United Arab Emirates;
● Rustam Minnikhanov, Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan, Chairman of the Strategic Vision Group "Russia – the Islamic World";
● Ms. Sana Al-Hajj Abdullah Khalifa Al-Mekhairbi, Head of the Political Department at the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates;
● Dr. Yousef Al Obaidli, Head of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque Center;
● Kamil Hazrat Samigullin, Head of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Tatarstan, Mufti of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Dr. Khalifa Mubarak Al-Dahri, Mohammed bin Zayed University for the Humanities (MBZUH);
● Sheikh Ma'mun Shaban Khalil Ar-Ravi, Head of the Commission of the Spiritual Administration of the Muslim Republic of Tatarstan for the preparation of the Kazan handwritten Quran, expert on 10 Qur'an verses, descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.
Distinguished guests:
● His Excellency Abdullah Al Saleh, Deputy Minister of Economy and Tourism of the United Arab Emirates;
● Her Excellency Aisha Al Mulla, Chairman of the Council of Businesswomen of the United Arab Emirates;
● Alexander Svinin, Vice President of the Russian-Emirati Business Council;
● Vasil Shaikhraziev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Festival of Eastern Cultures
14 May,
13:30-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
Festival of Eastern Cultures
14 May, 13:30-18:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
The Festival of Eastern Cultures, organised by Kazan Federal University in partnership with the Al-Hadara Arab Culture Centre, aims to foster cultural dialogue and strengthen international academic and humanitarian cooperation. The programme features photography and art exhibitions, video and poster contests, open lectures, language and script workshops, and cultural performances by representatives from Islamic world countries.
Attending the festival is particularly valuable for those who grasp that sustainable international cooperation begins not with contracts, but with the intellectual capacity to perceive another culture not as exoticism, but as a full world of meanings.
O5. Workshop "Arabic Colloquial and Dialectal Languages as an Insurmountable Challenge and a Lifesaver in Verbal Communication"
14 May,
13:00–14:30
Cluster C
O5. Workshop "Arabic Colloquial and Dialectal Languages as an Insurmountable Challenge and a Lifesaver in Verbal Communication"
14 May, 13:00–14:30
Cluster C
Break
14 May,
14:30–15:00
Break
14 May, 14:30–15:00
A6. Cultural diplomacy as a tool for rapprochement between Russia and Africa
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A6. Cultural diplomacy as a tool for rapprochement between Russia and Africa
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Organizer: International Public Organization "Center for Organizing Scientific and Cultural Events in the Sphere of People's Diplomacy."
Africa is a continent with immense cultural, linguistic, and civilizational diversity. To build long‑term partnerships, contracts alone are insufficient. Cultural diplomacy is needed: education, art, museum exchanges, and joint creative projects. These create the very fabric of trust without which any memorandum remains on paper.
The Center for People's Diplomacy brings together in Kazan ministers of culture, tourism, and communications from Burkina Faso, Togo, Mali, and Sierra Leone, as well as members of parliament from Ghana and Sierra Leone. The Russian side will be represented at a high level.
The session will focus not on general words about friendship among peoples, but on concrete mechanisms: educational exchanges, cultural projects (festivals, exhibitions, theater tours), joint museum initiatives, and training of personnel for the culture and tourism sectors.
Educational exchanges: how many African students in the fields of culture and the arts are Russian universities ready to accept in 2026? Which joint cultural projects (festivals, exhibitions, tours) should become the hallmark of Russian‑African partnership? How should the success of cultural diplomacy be measured: by the number of signed memorandums, by the growth of tourist flows, or by the strengthening of Russia's political position in Africa?
Moderator: Leonid Isaev, Scientific Director of the Center for People's Diplomacy, Doctor of Political Sciences, Professor at the National Research University Higher School of Economics, Senior Researcher at the Institute for African Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
Speakers:
● Dmitry Savelyev, General Director of the Center for People's Diplomacy, Deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, Member of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs, Coordinator of the State Duma Deputy Group for Cooperation with the Parliaments of Burkina Faso, the Republic of Mali, and the Republic of Ghana;
● His Excellency Mohamed Yongavo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Sierra Leone To the Russian Federation;
● His Excellency Dr. Koma Steem Jehu-Appiah, Ambassador Plenipotentiary and Extraordinary of the Republic of Ghana to the Russian Federation;
● Wendlasida Herman Pouya, Representative of the Regional Center for the Living Arts, Burkina Faso;
● Yaya Soura, Director of Art and Cultural Industry, Burkina Faso;
● Serge Phocas Odunlami, Chairman of Africa Trade & Economic Cooperation Committee, President of the association "Africa is calling".
C6. Public audit: strategic partner in managing efficiency of public resources to promote sustainable economic growth
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
C6. Public audit: strategic partner in managing efficiency of public resources to promote sustainable economic growth
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 3, 2nd floor
Organizer: Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation.
Topics for Discussion:
● Contribution of external audit to ensuring technological leadership and sustainable economic growth;
● Vectors for improving public administration: how can control bodies ensure "concrete results" and maximum returns on public investments?
● Digital transformation of state audit: new tools, cybersecurity, and data audit in assessing the effectiveness of public administration;
● Synergy between internal and external control bodies to achieve national development goals and ensure economic security of the state;
● Improving control (supervisory) activities: significance for economic growth and the development of a transparent and competitive business environment;
● Developing a culture of accountability and integrity: prevention and detection of corruption risks.
Moderator: Svetlana Orlova, Auditor, Member of the Accounts Chamber of the Russian Federation.
Speakers:
● Metin Yener, President of the Turkish Court of Accounts;
● Yury Zhdanov, Executive Secretary of the Coordination Council of Prosecutors General of CIS Member States;
● Vugar Gulmammadov, Chairman of the Chamber of Accounts of the Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Natalya Kasperskaya, President of the InfoWatch Group, Chairman of the Board of the Association of Software Developers "Domestic Software";
● Stanislav Kuznetsov, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of Sberbank PJSC (online);
● Valery Goreglyad, Chief Auditor of the Bank of Russia;
● Fahad bin Hamad Al Thani, Deputy President of the State Audit Bureau of the State of Qatar;
● Elena Dybova, Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation;
● Tchiroma Laminou Saade, President of the Court of Accounts of the Republic of Niger;
● Aslan Yusufov, Deputy Head of the Department for Supervision over the Implementation of Anti-Corruption Legislation of the Prosecutor General's Office of the Russian Federation;
● Zineb El Adaoui, First President of the Court of Accounts of the Kingdom of Morocco (online);
● Alexander Yakupov, Auditor of the Accounts Chamber of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Closing ceremony of the X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC Countries
14 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A,Hall 11, 2nd floor
Closing ceremony of the X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC Countries
14 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A,Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizer: Council of Young Diplomats of The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
As part of the Closing Ceremony of the X Forum of Young Diplomats of the OIC countries, the results of the two-day work will be summed up and the directions for further cooperation between the young staff of the foreign ministries will be determined. Following the results of the Forum, the Ceremony of joining the International Association of Young Diplomats (IAMD) was also held. The Association aims to bring together young career diplomats (under the age of 40) and help strengthen contacts within the professional community to build strong and trusting multilateral relations.
Moderator: Ekaterina Akopyan, Chairman of the Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.
Speakers:
● Konstantin Kolpakov, Head of the Department for Multilateral Humanitarian Cooperation and Cultural Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Chairman of the Commission of the Public Council of Rossotrudnichestvo on International Humanitarian and Youth Cooperation;
● Sadykova Dilbar, Chairman of the Autonomous Non-profit Organization Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
D6. Islamic Finance in the Digital Age: Technologies Transforming the Industry (Sberbank)
14 May,
15:00-17:00
Hall 4. Russian Islamic Economic Forum(theater 250 people)
D6. Islamic Finance in the Digital Age: Technologies Transforming the Industry (Sberbank)
14 May, 15:00-17:00
Hall 4. Russian Islamic Economic Forum(theater 250 people)
Organizer: Sberbank of Russia Public Joint Stock Company.
Digital technologies are rapidly transforming the financial industry worldwide. Artificial intelligence, fintech solutions, and new digital platforms are creating opportunities for more accessible, transparent, and efficient financial services. For the Islamic finance industry, this opens up new prospects – from automating Sharia compliance to developing innovative products. This session is dedicated to how modern technologies can transform Islamic finance and accelerate the development of partnership finance. Experts from fintech, technology, and finance will discuss which solutions are already being applied in the market and which areas will be most in demand in the coming years.
The discussion will focus on the following issues:
· How artificial intelligence and fintech solutions can be integrated into partnership finance products;
· Digitalization of Sharia compliance processes and risk management;
· Development of new platforms for investments, payments, and partnership finance;
· How technology helps expand access to partnership finance for businesses and retail clients;
· Key challenges and limitations of implementing innovations in the industry.
The session will be of interest to representatives of fintech companies, financial institutions, technology startups, investors, and anyone exploring the possibilities of digital transformation of Islamic finance. Participants will discuss which technological solutions can become drivers of industry growth and how innovations can shape its future.
Moderator: Marat Sadriev, Managing Director of the Center for Partnership Finance and Special Projects of Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company.
Speakers:
● Kazbek Pshinshev, Assistant to the President – Moderator of the Project Office of the St. Petersburg Stock Exchange Joint Stock Company;
● Abduvoris Kalandarov, General Director of Unified Banking Technologies LLC;
● Syed Siddiq Ahmed, Head of Standards Implementation and Regulatory Relations, AAOIFI;
● Alkhazur Tazbaev, Sharia Expert at the Sheikh Zayed Foundation for Entrepreneurship and Innovation;
● Dr. Mohd Azmi Omar, President and Chief Executive Officer of INCEIF University;
● Timur Kozintsev, General Director of MTS Fintech;
● Dr. Mughees Shaukat, Member of the Investment Board, Ijara IVFRT.
E6. From food security to systemic sustainability: the role of Russia and the UAE (REВS)
14 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E6. From food security to systemic sustainability: the role of Russia and the UAE (REВS)
14 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 5, 2nd floor
Organizer: Russian-Emirati Business Council.
Objective of the session: In the context of intensifying geopolitical turbulence, regional conflicts, and the restructuring of global logistics routes, the resilience of global food production and trade systems is becoming increasingly important.
The session is dedicated to identifying key vulnerabilities in global value chains and discussing an alternative architecture for trade and investment in the agricultural sector, taking into account external risks and regional tensions, including the situation in the Middle East.
Participants will examine the role of Russia and the United Arab Emirates in shaping sustainable models of cooperation, as well as practical mechanisms for transitioning from state policy to concrete business projects and investment decisions.
How to move from government memoranda to concrete investment projects? What barriers (tariff, phytosanitary, logistical, payment) are blocking the growth of mutual food trade? And can Russia become for the UAE not just a grain supplier, but a strategic partner in ensuring long-term food sustainability – through joint ventures, agrotechnologies, and halal certification?
The session is intended for investors, agricultural producers, logistics providers, financiers, and anyone who sees food security not as risks, but as opportunities for large-scale business.
Moderator: Alexander Svinin, Vice President of the Russian-Emirati Business Council.
Speakers:
● His Excellency Mohammad Ahmed Al-Jaber, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the UAE to the Russian Federation;
● Roman Chekushov, State Secretary – Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation;
● His Excellency Abdullah Ahmed Mohammed Al Saleh, Deputy Minister of Economy and Tourism of the UAE;
● Her Excellency Aisha Mohammed Saeed Al Mulla, Chairperson of the UAE Business Women's Council;
● Mr. Mohammed Yousef Adam, Vice President for Business and Strategy at National Pulse Group;
● Aidar Gazizov, General Director of the International Center for Halal Standardization and Certification under the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation;
● Vladislav Fedorov, General Director of Vamin Tatarstan Management Company;
● Dmitry Antonov, Senior Vice President of the Resource Group of Agricultural Enterprise;
● Stefan Dürr, Founder and President of EkoNiva Group of Companies.
F6. Halal products in Russia: certification and entry into foreign markets
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F6. Halal products in Russia: certification and entry into foreign markets
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Federal Service for Accreditation (Rosaccreditation), Roskachestvo Autonomous Non‑profit Organization.
Russian halal has long ceased to be a niche product for domestic consumption. It is now a fully‑fledged export commodity with growing demand in the markets of the OIC, Southeast Asia, and Africa. However, the path from Russian producer to the shelves in Dubai, Jakarta, or Dhaka is strewn with barriers: differing standards, lack of mutual recognition of certificates, and insufficient trust in foreign certification bodies. Rosaccreditation and Roskachestvo bring together on one platform those who shape the rules of the game.
Mutual recognition of certificates: with which countries are negotiations closest to completion? What can Russia adopt right now, and what requires adaptation? Why is Russian halal still not properly represented in the Gulf countries – due to regulation, logistics, or lack of trust? What should Rosaccreditation and Roskachestvo do together with foreign partners by the end of 2026 to increase Russian halal product exports by 30–40%?
Moderator: Alexander Zorin, Program Director of the Center for Special Projects of the School of Public Administration of the Presidential Academy.
Speakers:
● Dmitry Volvach, Head of the Federal Service for Accreditation (Rosaccreditation);
● Maxim Protasov, Head of Roskachestvo Autonomous Non‑profit Organization;
● Vasil Shaykhraziyev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of TatarstanТатарстан;
● Abbyas Shlyaposhnikov, Head of the Halal Standard Committee of the Centralized Religious Organization – Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ilya Ilyushin, Head of Agroexport Federal State Budgetary Institution of the Ministry of Agriculture of Russia;
● Guzel Khuzina, Official representative of the Limited Liability Company MK "Milli" for the production of butter;
● Najibullo Gafforzoda Jabbori, Representative of the Russian Export Center JSC in the United Arab Emirates;
● Muhammad Faizal Bin Othman, Director of the Halal Department of the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS);
● Muhammad Saeed Nawlakhi Maulana, Director of the Halal Council of South Africa;
● Rustam Hasenevich, Head of BelHalal Limited Liability Company.
G6. Investment cooperation with OIC member countries, the Caspian Basin and the Asia-Pacific region
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster А, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G6. Investment cooperation with OIC member countries, the Caspian Basin and the Asia-Pacific region
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster А, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Partner Organizers: Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation.
The session will serve as a platform for high‑level dialogue on new opportunities for investment in transport infrastructure and logistics. The focus will be on projects shaping the future transport architecture and opening new routes for international cooperation, as well as practical tools for attracting financing. Participants will discuss how to build effective interaction between the state, business, and financial institutions, and how to turn initiatives into implementable projects at the international level.
Moderator: Larisa Korshunova, Director for Government Relations of OTLC ERA JSC (United Transport and Logistics Company – Eurasian Railway Alliance).
Speakers:
● Dmitry Zverev, State Secretary, Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation;
● Victoria Erkenova, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Avtodor Group of Companies for Intelligent Transport Systems and Digitalization;
● Andrey Sokolov, Deputy General Director for Government Relations of Delo Management Company Limited Liability Company;
● Sergey Sidorov, Deputy General Director for Government Relations and External Relations at FESCO Transport Group;
● Elena Bardasheva, Managing Director for PPP, VEB.Russian Federation (online);
● Mohamed El-Beltagy, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Egyptian Association of Islamic Finance (EIFA);
● Mikhail Fadeev, Head of Strategic Projects Directorate, Eurasian Development Bank (EDB);
● Sariev Temir, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic;
● Ekaterina Abramova, Deputy Director General of the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization Directorate of International Transport Corridors;
● Nagi Manpreet Singh, President of the Indian Chamber of International Business (ICIB);
● Shaikhov Alisher, Advisor to the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan.
H6. For health - to Russia (Russian Ministry of Health)
14 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H6. For health - to Russia (Russian Ministry of Health)
14 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.
During the discussion, it is planned to consider in detail topical issues of the development of medical tourism in the Russian 2nd floor Federation and the member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, as well as prospects for expanding the export of medical services and strengthening international cooperation in the field of healthcare.
A separate area will be the discussion of the provision of Halal medical services in the Russian Federation. Representatives of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, relevant departments of the OIC countries, national medical research centers, executive authorities of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation in the field of health protection, as well as representatives of the business community are endowed with their practical experience in working with foreign patients.
The key question of the session: how can high technology be combined with human and cultural comfort so that a patient from Jeddah or Dhaka chooses Moscow, Kazan or Ufa not last but first? The session is for clinic managers, medical service exporters, medical tourism tour operators, and regulators who see the health of foreigners not just as a boon, but as a profitable and prestigious industry.
Moderator: Evgeniya Kotova, Deputy Minister of Health of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Rushan Abbyasov, Deputy Chairman of the Spiritual Board of Muslims of the Russian Federation;
● Almir Abashev, Minister of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Dr. Ahmed Elsobki, Chairman of the Egyptian Health Authority Dmitry Arsenyutov, General Director of the Federal State Autonomous Institution "National Medical Research Center "Interdisciplinary Scientific and Technical Complex "Eye Microsurgery" named after Academician S.N.N. Fedorov" of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Andrey Kaprin, General Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "National Medical Research Center of Radiology" of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Natalia Zubareva, General Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "National Medical Research Center for Rehabilitation and Balneology" of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Sergey Vissarionov, Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "National Medical Research Center of Pediatric Traumatology and Orthopedics named after G. N.Winner of the award named after Turner" of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Valentin Pavlov, Rector of Bashkir State Medical University of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Tatiana Tsybizova, Deputy Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution Kulakov National Medical Research Center for Obstetrics, Gynecology and Perinatology of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation for Development;
● Serdar Shenol, CEO of the International Corporation for Healthcare Service
I6. International Commercial Arbitration in OIC Countries: Interaction and Cooperation
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 9, 2nd floor
I6. International Commercial Arbitration in OIC Countries: Interaction and Cooperation
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 9, 2nd floor
Organizer: Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation.
To conclude a contract is half the battle. It is much more difficult to be sure that the rights under it will be protected if a dispute arises. In international trade, especially between countries with different legal systems and cultural traditions, trust in dispute resolution mechanisms becomes a critical factor that either opens the doors for transactions or closes them forever. International commercial arbitration is not a legal abstraction, but a practical tool that allows businesses to feel protected.
The main objective of the session is to inform Russian and foreign entrepreneurs about the advantages of international commercial arbitration as a method of resolving foreign economic disputes and about the opportunities of the International Commercial Arbitration Court at the Chambers of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation.
Moderator: Vadim Chubarov, Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Alexey Kostin, Chairman of the International Commercial Arbitration Court at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation (video message);
● Oseni Umar, Secretary General of the Arbitration Center of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation;
● Denis Lebedev, General Director of the FESCO Service Center LLC;
● Artem Patsev, Director of the Legal Department of the Public Joint Stock Company DOM.RF;
● Elena Kozlova, Executive Secretary of the Kazan Branch of the International Commercial Arbitration Court at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation.
J6. Tourism as a Tool for Cultural Dialogue: The Experience of Russia and Islamic Countries
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster and Hall 10, 2nd floor
J6. Tourism as a Tool for Cultural Dialogue: The Experience of Russia and Islamic Countries
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster and Hall 10, 2nd floor
Organizer: State Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan for Tourism.
Travel is the most effective diplomacy because it strips stereotypes of their power. To see with your own eyes, to taste the local cuisine, to hear someone else's speech, to understand the logic of behavior is something that cannot be conveyed through news headlines. For Russia and the Islamic countries, separated by thousands of kilometers, differences in language and cultural codes, tourism is becoming not just an industry, but a strategic tool for mutual understanding.
The State Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan for Tourism gathers on its site those who build bridges through travel.
The key question of the session: How can we turn tourism from a conversation topic into a real growing tourist flow from OIC countries to Russia? What needs to be done, from visa policies and language navigation to training guides and creating halal hotels? What experiences from Tatarstan, Dagestan, Moscow, the Kaluga region, and the Caucasus can be scaled? And what is the role of media in overcoming stereotypes?
Moderator: Sergey Ivanov, Chairman of the State Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan for Tourism.
Speakers:
● Oleg Kochug, Director of the Center for the Development of International Tourism at the Center for Strategic Research;
● Svetlana Akulova, General Director of the State Agricultural Institution "Moscow Zoo";
● Mohammad Faisal Abu Suaib Khan, Director General of the Center for Islamic Tourism, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia);
● Hassan Timizhev, Executive Director of the CAUCASUS.RF;
● Elena Mullanurova, Brand Director of Argumenty i Fakty Publishing House;
● Darya Chakhova, Director of the Kaluga Region State Autonomous Institution "Kaluga Region Tourism Development Center";
● Valery Anatolyevich Kravtsun, CEO, Managing Partner of Kravt H&h Group of Companies
● Azat Nurislamov, Minister of Youth Policy of the Komi Republic
K6. Diplomacy in the digital age (Council of Young Diplomats, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan, Academy of Youth Diplomacy)
14 May,
15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A,Hall 11, 2nd floor
K6. Diplomacy in the digital age (Council of Young Diplomats, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan, Academy of Youth Diplomacy)
14 May, 15:00-17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A,Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizers: Council of Young Diplomats of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, ANO Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
Digital technologies play an important role in all professional fields of activity, including diplomatic, acting as a catalyst for a change in the communication paradigm: they transform the ways of collecting information, negotiating, forming the official position of the state and protecting national interests in the global information space.
Diplomacy is no longer just the art of negotiating behind closed doors, as it is also becoming the management of data, reputation, and trust in a digital environment.
The session is dedicated to the digital transformation of diplomatic activity under the influence of various modern technologies such as social networks, artificial intelligence and big data. The session examines how modern technologies are changing the formats of diplomatic communication, negotiations and interaction with the public, as well as discusses the challenges and opportunities of digital diplomacy, including cybersecurity issues and methods to counter deepfakes.
Moderator: Victoria Antipova, Attache of the Department of Linguistic Support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia.
Speakers:
● Maria V. Zakharova, Director of the Information and Press Department of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (video message);
● Ilya Fabrichnikov, Advisor to the Director General of the Internet Development Institute;
● Vera Kharina, General Director of Russia Today TV Channel;
● Taha Ayhan, President of the Youth Forum of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation;
● Jankat Shamil Oruch, Vice Consul of the Consulate General of the Republic of Turkey in Kazan;
● Rustem Yunusov, Deputy Director of the State Autonomous Institution Technopark in the field of High Technologies IT Park;
● Mario Georgis Jaco Kado, Attache of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Moscow.
L6. The Partner Capital Market In Russia (Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan)
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2nd floor
L6. The Partner Capital Market In Russia (Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan)
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Hall 12, 2nd floor
Organizer: Renat Edikhanov (As Salam Group of Companies)
Most companies know only two ways to raise money: a bank or an investor with a stake. But there is a third one-Partner capital. This is a billion-dollar market in the world. In Russia, he is still at the beginning of his journey. But right now, when Western funds have left and rates have risen, partner financing is becoming not an exotic, but a forced and profitable reality.
What are the real prospects for the growth of the partner capital market in Russia in the current economic conditions?
This is not a conversation about theory, but about first experiences, barriers, and first victories. Experts will address the issue of how schemes involving regions, development institutions, stock exchanges and major banks work.
Moderator: Lyalin Sergey Vladimirovich, Founder of Cbonds Group of Companies.
Speakers:
● Ibrahim Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of AAOIFI;
● Anatoly Aksakov, Deputy State Chairman of the State Duma Committee on the Financial Market;
● Midkhat Shagiakhmetov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan-Minister of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Konstantin Vyshkovsky, Deputy Chairman of the Board of VEB.RF;
● Denis Shulakov, First Vice President of GPB Bank (JSC);
● Elena Kuritsyna, Senior Managing Director for Interaction with Issuers and Authorities, Moscow Exchange PJSC;
● Renat Edikhanov, Chairman of the Management Board of the AS SALAM Group of Companies;
● Yulia Bondareva, Advisor to the President of the St. Petersburg Stock Exchange Joint Stock Company;
● Lyudmila Mironova, General Director of the Status Joint-Stock Company.
M6.Expanding the horizons of cooperation between OIC women entrepreneurs and women of the international organizations BRICS, ASEAN, and SCO (Mәrhәmet – Mercy)
14 May,
15:00–16:30
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
M6.Expanding the horizons of cooperation between OIC women entrepreneurs and women of the international organizations BRICS, ASEAN, and SCO (Mәrhәmet – Mercy)
14 May, 15:00–16:30
"Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theatre 52 people) Hall 16"
Organizer: Mәrhәmet – Mercy.
Representing one of the fastest growing markets, the economies of ASEAN, BRICS, SCO, and OIC offer broad prospects for women-led businesses. This session marks the start of a regular dialogue between women entrepreneurs from the ASEAN, BRICS, SCO and OIC countries in order to find opportunities for business cooperation. During the discussion, the participants will present the export potential of women's businesses in their markets, analyze existing challenges (logistical, financial, and regulatory) based on a case-by-case analysis, and identify optimal mechanisms and tools to reduce administrative and operational barriers to trade.
Moderator:Anna Nesterova,Chairman of the Russian part of the BRICS Women's Business Alliance.
Speakers:
● Saliza Abdullah, President of the National Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Malaysia (NAWEM), Chairman of the NAWEM-BRICS Women's Business Alliance (Regional Office in Malaysia);
● Kim Tol Tan, Founder and CEO of Grow4Growth Consultant co. Ltd (Cambodia);
● Minh Thi Tuet Nguyen, Chairman of the Council of Women Entrepreneurs of Vietnam ();
● Boufamani Chunarmani, Member of the Board of the Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Laos, Deputy Representative of Laos in AWEN;
● Maika Nurhayati, Deputy Chairman of the Indonesian Association of Women Entrepreneurs on Health Issues.
O6. Workshop on Arabic and Persian Calligraphy with a Video Presentation
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Cluster C
O6. Workshop on Arabic and Persian Calligraphy with a Video Presentation
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Cluster C
Open Lecture by Marina Lvovna Reisner "Classical Persian Poetry – A Living Heritage"
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Cluster C
Open Lecture by Marina Lvovna Reisner "Classical Persian Poetry – A Living Heritage"
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Cluster C
P6. International partnership with OIC universities: synergy of education, culture and creative projects (KazGIK)
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
P6. International partnership with OIC universities: synergy of education, culture and creative projects (KazGIK)
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
Organizer: Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan State Institute of Culture".
What models of long—term partnership between universities in Russia and the OIC countries can ensure sustainable synergy in the field of education and culture, and what institutional mechanisms will help scale successful joint projects?
The section will discuss promising areas of cooperation between the countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Russian Federation and the Republic of Tatarstan in the cultural sphere, from the implementation of educational programs to the creation of joint creative projects.
The topic acquires special significance in the light of the importance of strengthening mutual relations and trust between peoples through active participation in cultural and humanitarian cooperation. Special attention will be paid to the role of new digital platforms and online technologies in expanding opportunities for intercultural dialogue and increasing the availability of cultural resources. The discussion results in practical proposals for improving institutions to support sustainable and effective intercultural interaction in the fields of culture, science and education.
Moderator: Fazleeva Leila, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan
Speakers:
● Rosa Akhmadieva, Rector of the Kazan State Institute of Culture;
● Ekaterina Ivanova, Deputy Director of the Roscongress Foundation for Creative and Cultural Initiatives, Director of the Russian Design Industry Forum;
● Dr. Irvandi, Rector of the Indonesian Yogyakarta Institute of Art;
● Sergey Volkov, Rector of the Kyrgyz-Russian-Slavic University named after the First President of the Russian Federation B. N.N. Yeltsin;
● Nazarzoda Mahmud Mirzo, Rector of the Tajik State Institute of Culture and Arts named after Mirzo Tursunzade;
● Saadat Imankulova, Vice-Rector for Research and International Relations of the Kyrgyz State University of Arts named after B. N. Beishenalieva;
● Nwokko Chidiebere Tankgod, Lecturer at The University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
● Nwokko Chidiebere Tankgod, Lecturer at The University of Nigeria, Nsukka;
● Mbalo Samba Samba, Art Director of the Dudu and Diaye Kumba Rose Grand National Theatre;
● Akimgereeva Slu Sapparovna, Director of the Ballet Academy of the Grand National Theater Dudu and Diaye Kumba Rose.
R5.1. International industry cooperation-creation infrastructure: plans, projects, solutions, technologies
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Sand Hall
R5.1. International industry cooperation-creation infrastructure: plans, projects, solutions, technologies
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Sand Hall
Organizer: All-Russian Center for National Construction Policy (VTSNSP).
Purpose of the event:
Strengthening international cooperation in the construction and infrastructure industries, presenting practical mechanisms and practices for the implementation of projects within the framework of international cooperation in the construction industry.
The session is devoted to the development of international cooperation in the construction and infrastructure industries as a key factor for sustainable economic growth, technological exchange and the formation of new development centers.
In the context of the transformation of the global economy and the formation of new international partnerships, cooperation between states, businesses and development institutions in the implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects is of particular importance. Collaboration makes it possible to combine investments, advanced technologies, management competencies and experience in implementing complex territorial development projects.
The session will consider promising areas of sectoral cooperation between the countries of the Islamic world, including the implementation of joint projects in the field of construction, urban development, transport and social infrastructure, the introduction of modern construction technologies and digital solutions.
Special attention will be paid to practical cooperation mechanisms: the formation of international consortia, the creation of joint development and production projects, the development of educational and technological partnerships, as well as the participation of Russian companies in infrastructure programs of foreign countries.
The participants discuss ongoing initiatives and promising projects of international cooperation aimed at developing infrastructure, improving the quality of life and forming new economic ties.
Moderator: Dmitry Mikheev, Founder of the construction and architectural materials company, author of the media "Architecturally".
Speakers:
● Karina Mikheeva, Head of the Department of International Projects at the National Research and Development Center;
● Jamila Ahli, Director of Commerce and Business Development, QUEZAD (Khalifa Abu Dhabi Economic Zones) (online);
● Ilya Lavrukhin, Head of the Corporate Business Development Department at TRANSCAPITALBANK Bank ;
● Ahmed Hassan Al-Dib, Engineer, Deputy Chairman of the State Administration for Special Economic Zones and Free Economic Zones of Oman;
● Igor Chernogolov, President of Penetron Group of Companies (the company offers innovative solutions in the field of waterproofing and protection of building structures);
● Kumar Rajendra, Architect, Founder of RK Urban Design Studio, Professor at Lovely Professional University (India) (online)
S5.1. B2B meetings
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Hall 2, 1st floor(theater 250 people) STONE
S5.1. B2B meetings
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Hall 2, 1st floor(theater 250 people) STONE
T5.1. B2B meetings
14 May,
15:00–17:00
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
T5.1. B2B meetings
14 May, 15:00–17:00
Hall 13, 2nd floor(theater 100 people) GLASS
N6. Panel discussion "Financial infrastructure for international business"
14 May,
15:30-16:30
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
N6. Panel discussion "Financial infrastructure for international business"
14 May, 15:30-16:30
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
Organizer: Bimexpo, Tochka Bank.
How can businesses minimize the risks of sanctions compliance when entering new markets, and what tools for verifying counterparties have become standard in the current environment?
As global financial flows are transforming and sanctions regimes are tightening, Russian companies are facing the need to quickly rethink their approaches to international payments and risk management. This session aims to provide entrepreneurs with practical algorithms rather than theoretical concepts, ensuring that they can implement them today.
The event aims to provide participants with a systematic understanding of the current financial infrastructure of international business and equip them with tools for secure cross-border payments, minimizing sanctions risks at all stages of a transaction, comprehensively verifying counterparties in conditions of limited transparency, and building sustainable financial chains with new trading partners.
Moderator: Aida Zaripova, Head of the International Business Development Department at Bank Tochka.
Speakers:
● Valentina Khromova, Head of the Sanctions Compliance Department, Bank Tochka;
● Vladislav Bokun, Head of Foreign Economic Activity Products, T-Bank;
● Alexey Abramov, Head of the Department of Relations with Government Agencies, Bank Tochka;
● Albina Gergert, Head of the Export Support Center of the Entrepreneurship Support Fund of the Republic of Tatarstan.
R6. Plenary session: "Artificial Intelligence - New Efficiency" in the construction industry (Ministry of Construction of Russia)
14 May,
15.30-17.00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, hall 2
R6. Plenary session: "Artificial Intelligence - New Efficiency" in the construction industry (Ministry of Construction of Russia)
14 May, 15.30-17.00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, hall 2
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation.
At the plenary session “Artificial Intelligence — New Efficiency in the Construction Industry”, participants will discuss the strategic role of AI technologies in achieving national goals for the development of the construction sector. The keynote address will be delivered by Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Marat
Khusnullin, who will outline priority areas for the digital transformation of the industry and the state support measures for the implementation of artificial intelligence. Leading experts and heads of major companies will present successful cases of neural network applications at all stages of the investment and construction cycle.
Participants will examine how Industrial Competence Centers (ICC) contribute to the integration of AI, and a sovereign artificial intelligence model will be discussed.
Foreign colleagues will also share their experience in applying AI in their countries — Qatar and Pakistan.
Moderator: Konstantin Mikhailik, Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation
Greetingspeech:
● Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Marat Aizatullin, Minister of Construction, Architecture, Housing and Communal Services of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Omar Salim (Qatar), AI Expert, Leading Specialist at WSP Qatar (Qatar);
● Andrey Belevtsev, Senior Vice President, Chief Technical Officer, Head of the Technology Unit at Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company;
● Pavel Chasskikh, Deputy Chairman of the Industrial Competence Center "Construction" under the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, Head of the Group of Companies "Exon";
● Nikolay Kozak, Managing Director of the Public Joint Stock Company "DOM.Russian Federation";
● Muhammad Masood Rafi, Professor, Department of Earthquake-Resistant Construction, NED University of Engineering and Technology (Pakistan);
● Daria Voronova, Head of Yandex's proptech business.
B6. Business forum "Russia – Oman"
14 May,
16:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
B6. Business forum "Russia – Oman"
14 May, 16:00–17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Hall 2, 2nd floor
Organizer: Sultanate Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The dynamic development of Russian-Omani relations opens a new chapter in the economic partnership between the two countries. The session is dedicated to creating sustainable trade corridors and realizing economic potential. We are discussing how Oman, with its unique geographical location, is becoming a key logistics and investment hub for Russian businesses seeking to enter the markets of the Middle East and Africa. Special attention will be paid to the exchange of experience in the management of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) as drivers of industrialization.
Access to the event is restricted (according to the protocol list).
Moderator: Taliya Minullina, Head of Tatarstan Investment Development Agency.
Speakers:
● Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation;
● Rustam Minnikhanov, Rais (Head) of the Republic of Tatarstan, Chairman of the Strategic Vision Group "Russia – the Islamic World";
● Elena Dybova, Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation;
● Marat Gatin, Assistant to Rais (Head) Republic of Tatarstan;
● Shamil Ageev, Chairman of the Union "Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Tatarstan»;
● Vittoria Idrisova, Rector of the All-Russian Academy of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation;
● Anna Popova, Head of the Partner Russian House in Oman;
● His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa Bin Ali Al-Harsi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman for Political Affairs;
● Engineer Ahmed Hassan Al-Dib, Deputy Chairman of the Office of Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ);
● Engineer Saeed Al Abri, Chairman of the Northern Branch of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Al Batina;
● Dr. Hamad Al Dahab, Chairman of the Oman-Russia Business Council.
Distinguished guests:
● Hamoud Salim Abdullah Al Tuwaih, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Oman to the Russian Federation;
● Ahmed Al-Zib, Deputy Head of the General Directorate of Free Economic and Special Zones of Oman;
● Mohammad Al-Maskari, Member of the Board of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Oman, Chairman of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the North Sharqiya region;
● Oleg Korobchenko, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan – Minister of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Tatarstan
● Rafael Daminov, Representative of the Republic of Tatarstan in Muscat;
● Timur Khair, Trade and Economic Representative of the Republic of Tatarstan in Dubai;
● Azat Gazizov, First Vice-President of “OPORA RUSSIA", Chairman of the Management Board of the Union of
● Manufacturing Companies of Russia.
Business Section "Investments, implementation, scaling: the role of venture capital in the implementation of technological projects in the OIC countries"
14 May,
16:30-17:30
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
Business Section "Investments, implementation, scaling: the role of venture capital in the implementation of technological projects in the OIC countries"
14 May, 16:30-17:30
Pavilion 2, 1st floor(theater 100 people) IT-zone
Organizer: Innovation and Production Technopark "Idea".
Experts discuss the specifics of the investment climate in the Middle East and Asia, the specifics of Islamic financial instruments, as well as the requirements of investors for technological projects. Special attention will be paid to practical cases of cooperation between Russian companies and partners from the Persian Gulf countries, issues of localization of solutions and building sustainable business models. The participants consider the full cycle of project development - from attracting investments and pilot implementation to scaling and integration into the industry ecosystems of the OIC countries.
What criteria should technology projects meet in order to attract venture capital investments in the OIC countries, and which Russian startups need to adapt their business models to these requirements?
The session will become a platform for dialogue between entrepreneurs, investors and development institutions interested in jointly implementing technology projects and expanding international cooperation.
Moderator: Ammar Al-Ansi, Head of Acceleration Programs at the Idea Innovation and Production Technopark.
Speakers:
● Umar Munshi, General Partner of Hasan.vc (Malaysia);
● Abdelwahab Gaua, Vice-President of the Association of Digital Figures (GAAN) (Algeria);
● Maxim Gladkiy, Managing Partner of Goldcrest Managing, an integrator in the oil and gas sector in the Middle East;
● Valery Kardashov, President of the AI Global Association.
● Damir Galiev, General Director of the Investment and Venture Fund of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Abdelhamid el Alami, CEO of EL ALAMI GROUP (Morocco);
● Fella Gauar, President of INET Technology Park (Algeria).
Meeting of Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Foreign States in Russia
14 May,
17:00-18:30
IEC "Kazan Expo"
Meeting of Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Foreign States in Russia
14 May, 17:00-18:30
IEC "Kazan Expo"
The meeting of the Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary is an important dialogue aimed at strengthening cooperation between Russia and the participating states of the Forum. In the context of new geopolitical challenges, it is especially important to ensure the harmonization of the approaches of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation countries in the field of economic policy and to create additional incentives for deepening and diversifying cooperation in all areas of the trade and economic agenda. During the meeting, the participants will talk about the specifics of diplomacy and negotiations between Muslim countries and the Russian Federation and discuss areas for further cooperation.
Access to the event is restricted (according to the protocol list).
The opening ceremony of the year "Kazan - the Cultural Capital of the Islamic World 2026." A reception hosted by the Government of the Republic of Tatarstan on the occasion of the 17th International Economic Forum "Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum"(Admi
14 May,
18:00-20:00
The opening ceremony of the year "Kazan - the Cultural Capital of the Islamic World 2026." A reception hosted by the Government of the Republic of Tatarstan on the occasion of the 17th International Economic Forum "Russia - Islamic World: KazanForum"(Admi
14 May, 18:00-20:00
International Chefs’ Cup
15 May,
09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
International Chefs’ Cup
15 May, 09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
The International Chefs Cup is a prestigious culinary competition with the participation of masters from different countries, including national cuisines, original sets, open screenings and tastings. Within the framework of the forum, this event should be understood not only as a gastronomic event, but also as a form of cultural diplomacy, where the language of taste, craft and symbolic hospitality becomes a means of intercivilizational communication.
For professionals of the restaurant industry, food manufacturers, halal certification experts and event economics specialists, the event is of particular value, as it clearly shows how gastronomy is becoming a tool for branding territories, export promotion and cultural influence.
Countries:
● Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
● Republic of Indonesia;
● Malaysia;
● Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Republic of Kazakhstan;
● Tunisian Republic;
● Kingdom of Morocco;
● Republic of Senegal;
● The Republic of Turkey;
● Arab Republic of Egypt;
● The State of Qatar;
● The Republic of Azerbaijan;
● Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan;
● United Arab Emirates;
● Kyrgyz Republic;
● Turkmenistan;
● Russian Federation.
International Property Market 2026 International Real Estate Exhibition
15 May,
09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
International Property Market 2026 International Real Estate Exhibition
15 May, 09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
International Property Market 2026 unites investors, developers, brokers, architects, financial institutions, and technology firms, establishing a premier international platform to explore the architecture of tomorrow's real estate market.
This event will convene developers, investors, top realtors, financial institutions, and key stakeholders from adjacent sectors across leading MENA and African nations, as well as Central and Eastern Asia. Tailored for industry professionals, it shifts focus from mere square footage to critical topics like resettlement models, infrastructure resilience, spatial culture, and the emerging trust economy within global capital markets.
The business programme features over 20 sessions, with preparations underway for discussions on:
1. Global architecture and the construction industry;
2. Artificial intelligence in construction;
3. Construction digitalisation;
4. Labour productivity;
5. Seismic-resistant building practices;
6. Public-private partnerships in construction;
7. Investors' business breakfast;
8. Leaders of Construction contest, hosted with the National Center for Construction Policy.
Meeting of the Russia-Islamic World Strategic Vision Group(Bashir Rameev IT-park)
15 May,
09:00-12:00
Bashir Rameev IT-park
Meeting of the Russia-Islamic World Strategic Vision Group(Bashir Rameev IT-park)
15 May, 09:00-12:00
Bashir Rameev IT-park
Access to the event is restricted (according to the protocol list)
The meeting of the Russia–Islamic World Strategic Vision Group is a key annual event in the field of public diplomacy, defining strategic guidelines for cooperation between the Russian Federation and the States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Established in 2006 on the initiative of Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Group unites reputable government, religious and public figures, scientists and diplomats from Russia and 25 foreign countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Iran and other states of the Islamic world.
In 2026, the event takes on special significance, as it is timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the founding of the group. In accordance with the priorities of Russia's foreign policy outlined by the President, the group's work is aimed at strengthening partnership with Muslim countries based on mutual respect and common interests in order to build a just and sustainable world order.
The Chairman of The Group is Rustam Minnikhanov, Head (Rais) of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Russia & Islamic World Cooperation Expo
15 May,
09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
Russia & Islamic World Cooperation Expo
15 May, 09:00-18:00
Kazan Expo IEC
A7. 3rd meeting of the Russian-Malaysian Working Group on Tourism (Ministry of Economic Development of Russia)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo , Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A7. 3rd meeting of the Russian-Malaysian Working Group on Tourism (Ministry of Economic Development of Russia)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo , Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation.
Access to the event is restricted (according to separate lists).
The meeting of the working group is focused on discussing key areas for strengthening partnership between Russia and Malaysia in the tourism industry.
The main focus is on an integrated approach, including promoting the tourism potential of both countries at the global level, developing digital services for travelers and creating favorable conditions for foreign visitors.
Key areas of cooperation:
● promotion of tourism;
● digitalization of travel services;
● creating comfortable financial conditions;
● the development of niche tourism;
● investment partnership.
Co-Chair from the Russian side: Dmitry Vakhrukov, Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation;
Co-ChairmanfromtheMalaysianside: Dato Shaharuddin bin Abu Sokhot, Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia.
Speakers:
● Oleg Kochug, Director of the Center for International Tourism Development of the Center for Strategic Research Foundation;
● Elina Zelvina, Head of Partner Relations at the Roscongress Foundation;
● Mohammed Isa bin Abdul Halim, Director of the Department of Interaction and Market Analysis, Bureau of Congresses and Exhibitions of Malaysia;
● Sergey Ivanov, Chairman of the State Committee of the Republic of Tatarstan for Tourism;
● Andrey Bolshakov, Vice President of the Kosmos Hotel Group Joint-Stock Company;
● Azizul bin Morshidi, Senior Assistant Secretary, Department of Tourism and International Relations, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia;
● Alexey Illuviev, Second Secretary of the Representative Office of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kazan;
● Vladislav Rusakov, Chief Expert of the Transportation Regulation Department of the Department of State Policy in the Field of Civil Aviation of the Ministry of Transport.
All-Russian Management Competition "Leaders of the Construction Industry"
15 May,
10:00-17:00
Cluster A, Pavilion 3, 1st floor
All-Russian Management Competition "Leaders of the Construction Industry"
15 May, 10:00-17:00
Cluster A, Pavilion 3, 1st floor
B7. Russia - Ethiopia (Embassy of Ethiopia in Russia)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 2, 2nd floor
B7. Russia - Ethiopia (Embassy of Ethiopia in Russia)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 2, 2nd floor
Organizer: Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in the Russian Federation.
Ethiopia is the second most populous country in Africa, one of the fastest growing economies on the continent, the gateway to the Horn of Africa and a transit hub for the entire East of Africa. At the same time, the level of bilateral trade with Russia today does not match the potential of either side. The session, organized by the Embassy of Ethiopia in the Russian Federation with the support of the REC, aims to correct this imbalance by translating diplomatic goodwill into specific contracts and investment projects.
The key question of the session: what needs to be done to make the Russian exporter stop being afraid of Africa and begin to perceive Ethiopia as a clear and predictable market? What tools of the REC, regional support from Tatarstan and Moscow, and diplomatic support from the embassy can remove barriers to entry?
Moderator: Pavel Shibilov, International Development Project Manager, Russian Export Center Joint Stock Company.
Speakers:
● His Excellency Genet Teshome Girrou, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the Russian Federation;
● Behailu Nigussi Demeke, CEO, Ethiopian Trading Business Corporation;
● Dr. Brooke Taye Gameda, Representative of the Ethiopian Investment Holding Company;
● Rustem Gaynullov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Alexander Dzvonkovsky, Head of the Business Development Directorate "Warehouses" of the Russian Post Joint-Stock Company;
● Vladislav Mishchenko, Vice President for International and Interregional Activities;
● Alexey Mamontov, Director of the Russian Federal Center for Forensic Expertise named after Professor A. Н.РН . Shlyakhova at the Ministry of Justice of Russia.
Business breakfast for investors from the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation
15 May,
10:00-11:00
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Cluster A, Lounge
Business breakfast for investors from the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation
15 May, 10:00-11:00
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Cluster A, Lounge
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation.
Access to the event is restricted (by special invitations).
At the event, leading developers and representatives of the construction industry will present the best investment projects to investors from Russia and foreign countries in order to improve the investment climate in Russia and form new business relationships with foreign partners.
Moderator: Nikita Stasishin, Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Anastasia Polezhaeva, General Director of the PRECISELY Group of Companies;
● Elena Martynova, Minister of Tourism of the Tula Region;
● Ilya Piskulin, Developer, Founder of the Dvizhenie Real Estate Forum;
● Aushev Khas-Magomed Ibragimovich, General Director of the Limited Liability Company "Moscow Transformer Plant";
● Anastasia Onufrienko, General Director of the Primorye Resorts Limited Liability Company;
● Akmatov Cholponbek, Chairman of the Union of Builders of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan;
● Faisal Al Riami, Advisor to the Minister of Housing and Urban Planning of the Sultanate of Oman;
● Oleg Yelkin, CEO of Zhilstroyinvest Group of Companies;
● Valery Kravtsun, Founder of the Kravt hotels & homes Group of Companies;
● Vasil Mazitov, Chairman of the International Association for Territorial Development.
C7. The role of international routes in the development of foreign trade
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 3, 2nd floor
C7. The role of international routes in the development of foreign trade
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 3, 2nd floor
The Eurasian space is undergoing a stage of accelerated reconfiguration of trade and logistics routes, where Central Asia, the Volga region and the Persian Gulf countries are becoming key participants in the formation of a new geography of transportation. Traditional caravan routes and the interests of modern railway administrations intersect here, as well as transportation routes to major seaports and overland routes for industrial shippers.
The session will focus on the transformation of national infrastructure transport projects into a coherent network of international corridors with predictable logistics and a sustainable investment model. The discussion will touch upon issues of capacity regulation, multimodal hubs, digitalization of transportation documents, cross-border financing, and the role of railways, ports, and land access to Middle Eastern markets.
Special attention will be paid to Tatarstan as an internal transport hub, Kazakhstan as a transit link between China and Russia, as well as the capabilities of Syria, Qatar and the UAE in the field of transit logistics. Tracing new international transport corridors for access to the Eurasian Sea gates is especially relevant for landlocked countries. In the future, the role of Russia, Kazakhstan and Central Asia in rebuilding the region's infrastructure and creating new ways of interaction will be important.
Moderator: Marat Zembatov, Director of the Research Center of the National Research University Higher School of Economics, expert of the BRICS Business Council Transport Subgroup, PhD in Economics.
Speakers:
● Igor Levitin, Advisor to the President of the Russian Federation;
● Dmitry Zverev, State Secretary-Deputy Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation;
● Babushkin Igor Yuryevich, Governor of the Astrakhan Region;
● Nagi Manpreet Singh, President of the Indian Chamber of International Business (ICIB);
● Bimal Niroshan Ratnayake Weerakoon, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
● Mr. Sezai Ucharmak, Deputy Minister of Trade of the Republic of Turkey;
● H.E. Shinguane Sebastiau Marcoush Mabote, Secretary of State for Transport and Logistics of the Republic of Mozambique
D7. Islamic Finance in the CIS - potentials and challenges (AAOIFI)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Hall 4. II International Conference of AAOIFI(theater 250 people)
D7. Islamic Finance in the CIS - potentials and challenges (AAOIFI)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Hall 4. II International Conference of AAOIFI(theater 250 people)
Organizer: Accounting and auditing organizations of Islamic financial institutions AAOIFI.
With the dynamic development of the global economy and constant changes in financial markets, the urgency of mobilizing liquidity and ensuring the availability of financial resources is becoming more important than ever. An overview of current market trends demonstrates the need to adapt to new conditions, which requires flexibility and a strategic approach from market participants.
Modern financial markets face challenges related to changing investor needs and fluctuations in the economic situation. Effective mobilization of liquidity is becoming a key factor for ensuring sustainability and growth. In this context, an important aspect is the analysis of current market trends, which allows us to identify opportunities for optimizing capital and increasing financial stability.
The creation and maintenance of an effective regulatory framework is a prerequisite for ensuring the availability of financial resources. Laws and regulations should contribute not only to protecting the interests of market participants, but also to stimulating investments in key sectors of the economy. Industry experts will discuss existing legislative initiatives and their impact on the development of the financial sector.
Moderator: Khondamir Nusratkhudzhayev, a leading accounting and reporting specialist at the Islamic Development Bank (Saudi Arabia).
Greetingspeech:
● His Excellency Sheikh Ibrahim bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of AAOIFI, Bahrain;
● Oleg Ganeev, Senior Vice President of Sberbank Public Joint Stock Company;
● Nikolay Zhuravlev, Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation;
● Midkhat Shagiakhmetov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan, Republic of Tatarstan;
Speakers:
● Anatoly Aksakov, Deputy of the State Duma of the Russian Federation;
● Alexey Yakovlev, Director of the Financial Policy Department of the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Federation;
● Ali Al Lawati, Acting CEO, Islamic Banking Mithak Bank in Muscat (Oman);
● Wael Eid, Managing Director, Kinvest Investment Bank of Qatar (Qatar);
● Van Risaidi Bin V. N. Mamat Saufi, Advisor to the Head of the IFSB Council for Islamic Financial Services;
● Ruslan Atakishiyev, Chairman of the Economic Resources Research Company (Azerbaijan)
E7. Russia - the Islamic World: cooperation in the field of unmanned aircraft systems (Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E7. Russia - the Islamic World: cooperation in the field of unmanned aircraft systems (Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 5, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.
Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) have ceased to be the technology of the future. Today it is a working tool for agriculture (field monitoring, spot fertilization), logistics (cargo delivery to hard-to-reach areas), security (patrolling borders and infrastructure facilities), cartography and environmental monitoring. For the countries of the Islamic world, many of which have vast territories, long borders and the need to modernize the agro-industrial complex, Russian BASS solutions can be a technological breakthrough.
"The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia gathers key players of the Russian drone industry and their foreign partners on its site.
The session is for UAS manufacturers, software developers, integrators, representatives of the Ministries of Transport, Agriculture and Defense of the OIC countries, as well as for investors who see a new global market in unmanned technologies.
Moderator: Gleb Babintsev, CEO of the Aeronex Association.
Speakers:
● Alla Polovchenya, Deputy Head of the Department of Unmanned Systems and Robotics of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia (online);
● Alexander Golyashev, Deputy General Director of ANO FC BAS;
● Bahrom Mansurov, Technical Director of the State Unitary Enterprise "Smart City";
● Evgeny Sivaev, Deputy Director of the Scientific and Production Complex of Unmanned Aircraft and Marine Systems for the Development of the Joint-Stock Company NPP Radar MMC;
● Boris Podolny, Managing Director for the Development of Unmanned Aircraft Systems at Rostec;
● Sufyan Ammagui, Managing Partner of Aerodrive Engineering Services;
● Alexander Drozdov, General Director of LLC "Group of Companies (ERA) (Republic of Tajikistan);
● Nikolay Gribkov, Commercial Director of Ecolibri JSC;
● Ildar Galimov, Commercial Director of the BAS Center of Innopolis University;
● Leonid Shabalin, Director of the Advanced Engineering School "Integrated Aviation Engineering";
● Sergey Zhizhin, Deputy Director of the Department, Director of the Project Office of the Russian Federal Nuclear Center — VNIIEF in the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Alexey Serdyuk, Head of the Department of Unmanned Systems and Robotics at the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation.
F7. Equestrian sports development: experience and best practices (Russian Equestrian Federation)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 6, 2nd floor 1
F7. Equestrian sports development: experience and best practices (Russian Equestrian Federation)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 6, 2nd floor 1
Organizer: Equestrian Federation of the Russian Federation.
Equestrian sports and horse breeding have long gone beyond the scope of hobbies, becoming a serious industry with high investment potential and wide opportunities for international cooperation. Industry experts — representatives of the Equestrian Federation of Russia, the Republic of Tatarstan, the Kazan Hippodrome, as well as leading athletes from various equestrian disciplines - are discussing prospects for cooperation with the countries of the Middle and Far East, including joint projects with the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The focus is on the development of popular disciplines in the east (equestrian archery, running), the role of the Islamic world in equestrian sports, Tatarstan as the center of the Islamic hippodrome world, as well as new formats of sports and cultural partnership aimed at strengthening ties between the countries.
Moderator: Alexandra Lichman, Press Secretary of the Equestrian Federation of the Russian Federation
Speakers:
● Svetlana Antonovskaya, Head of the Development Department of the Russian Equestrian Federation;
● Ekaterina Bakeeva, Vice President of the Russian Equestrian Federation;
● Darya Loseva, Master of Sports, instructor of the Wellness complex "BOR";
● Idiyatullin Giyaz, Director of Kazan Racetrack;
● Ekaterina Zabegina, Member of the Presidential Council of the Russian Equestrian Federation;
● Thessal Hassan, Specialist of the Department of Information and Analytical Support and International Activities of the Ministry of Sports of the Republic of Tatarstan.
G7. Meeting of the Expert Group on the Development of Sports Cooperation among the participating States of the Dialogue on Cooperation in Asia (Ministry of Sport of the Russian Federation)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G7. Meeting of the Expert Group on the Development of Sports Cooperation among the participating States of the Dialogue on Cooperation in Asia (Ministry of Sport of the Russian Federation)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Sports of the Russian Federation.
Access to the event is limited (according to separate lists).
Sport is a universal language of diplomacy that does not require translation. In an environment where big-time sports are increasingly confronted with politics and attempts at isolation, the development of international sports cooperation is becoming not only a humanitarian, but also a strategic task. The Working Group on the Development of Sports Cooperation among the participating states of the DSA (Dialogue of Cooperation and Interaction) is a key mechanism for coordinating the sports agenda between Russia and friendly countries.
The Ministry of Sports of the Russian Federation is the organizer of the meeting, which brings together high-ranking representatives of relevant departments from the Middle East, Central Asia and South Asia. Leaders and experts from Afghanistan, Bahrain, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan and other countries gather face- to-face and via video conferencing.
Moderator: Evgeniya Pavlova, Deputy Director of the Department of Education, Science and International Relations of the Ministry of Sports of the Russian Federation.
Speakers:
● Vladimir Leonov, Minister of Sports of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Nutthira Phangkun, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Kingdom of Thailand, Representative of the country-Chairman of the DSA;
● Nasser Al-Muteiri, Secretary General of the Asian Cooperation Dialogue;
● Oibuabuddy Siphandone, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Lao People's Democratic Republic to the Russian Federation;
● Mohammed Ahmed Abushahma, Representative of the Ministry of Sports of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
● Ahmet Ali Temurci, Director General for International Organizations and External Relations, Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Turkey;
● Randy Hayekal Karnadibrat, First Secretary for Information, Social and Cultural Affairs, Embassy of Indonesia in the Russian Federation;
● Taghizadeh Mohandaskhan (online), Director of the Department of International Cooperation of the Ministry of Sports and Youth of the Islamic Republic of Iran;
● Farid Ashallan, First Secretary of the Embassy of Palestine in the Russian Federation;
● Mark Neo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Singapore to the Russian Federation;
● Wat Chamroen (online), Secretary of State (Deputy Minister) of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports, Secretary General of the National Olympic Committee of the Kingdom of Cambodia;
● Ganjina Asimova (online), Acting Head of the International Relations Department of the Committee on Youth and Sports Affairs under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan;
● Kerobine Lakkai (online), Special Assistant to the Multilateral Economic Relations Group in the Office of the Undersecretary for Economic and Cultural Diplomacy of the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs;
● Kudratullah zurmati (online), Head of the Department of External Relations of the General Directorate of Physical Culture and Sports of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
Representatives of 23 states took part in the meeting in a hybrid format. Representatives of Thailand, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, Singapore, Indonesia, Laos, Kazakhstan and Iran were present in person. Representatives of Afghanistan, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Kuwait, the Kyrgyz Republic, Mongolia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan and Vietnam were announced online.
H7.Artificial intelligence in medicine: from scientific insights to clinical applicability at the international level (Innopolis University)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H7.Artificial intelligence in medicine: from scientific insights to clinical applicability at the international level (Innopolis University)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Innopolis University.
Currently, Russian universities are opening up new opportunities for constructive cooperation with universities and research centers of the Islamic world. The most important areas of cooperation are centered around academic mobility, the organization of international internships, joint research and the creation of bilingual educational programs.
One of the key features of such cooperation is the synergy of scientific research and cultural exchange, which makes it possible to establish deep and mutually beneficial ties between different countries and cultures.
The format of the session is not lectures, but a lively dialogue on how to combine academic science, clinical practice, regulation and business.
Key issues of the session: how can I organize international internships for doctors working with AI? What joint research projects can be launched between Russian and Egyptian (Algerian, Indian, Indonesian) centers? How can we create bilingual educational programs to train a new generation of doctors — those who are not afraid of algorithms?
The session is for the heads of the Ministry of Health, directors of medical centers, developers of AI solutions, teachers of medical universities and anyone who understands that the future of medicine belongs to man and machine working in conjunction.
Moderator: Anna Meshcheryakova, CEO of the Third Opinion Platform
Speakers:
● Dr. Ahmed Elsobki, Chairman of the Egyptian Health Authority;
● Tigran Gevorgyan, Deputy Director for the Implementation of Federal Projects of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology" of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Ilya Pershin, Head of the Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, Innopolis University;
● Ajit Abraham, PhD, Dean of the Faculty of Artificial Intelligence at Sai University, Professor at the Institute of Artificial Intelligence at Innopolis University (India).
I7. Nature is the basis for the formation of technological alliances between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 9, 2nd floor
I7. Nature is the basis for the formation of technological alliances between Russia and the countries of the Islamic world
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 9, 2nd floor
Organizer: Agency for Strategic Initiatives, PJSC "Tatneft".
The round table of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives will include a presentation session of technological projects to the leadership of the Republic of Tatarstan and PJSC Tatneft. Technological solutions in the field of environmental monitoring, waste disposal in the oil and gas industry, soil restoration and organic waste processing will be presented for consideration in areas corresponding to the priorities of sustainable industrial development in the region.
The format of the session involves discussing the possibilities of implementing and replicating the presented solutions both in the Republic of Tatarstan and in other regions of the Russian Federation, as well as within the framework of international cooperation.
What specific technological projects in the field of environmental monitoring and waste disposal will be presented at the session, and to what extent do they correspond to the priorities of sustainable development of the Republic of Tatarstan? What steps are envisaged to ensure international cooperation in the implementation of the proposed technologies, and which countries or organizations are considered as potential partners?
Speakers:
● Azat Ziganshin, Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Nail Maganov, General Director of V. N.J. Shashino Tatneft Public Joint Stock Company;
● Anna Slugina, Minister of Economy of the Udmurt Republic;
● Dr. Mohamed Rashwan Abdelmoname Ali Ahmed, Director of the Moscow Office of the TRENDS Research and Advisory Center;
● Mikhail Ivanov, Head of the cluster "Technologies of Nature Protection", Professor of the Department "Ecology and Industrial Safety", Bauman Moscow State Technical University;
● Ivan Tereshkov, Managing Partner of the Limited Liability CompanyCityAir;
● Irina Vatutina, Founder, Director of the Limited Liability CompanyBiokraft";
● Ilya Andrienko, Project Manager of the Limited Liability Company NPO Sintezproduct;
● Nikolai Kofft, General Director of the Limited Liability Company NPK ORGANIKPROM.
Interactive platform "I am the Builder of the Future!"
15 May,
10:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion А3, 1nd floor
Interactive platform "I am the Builder of the Future!"
15 May, 10:00-17:00
Kazan Expo IEC, Cluster A, Pavilion А3, 1nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, Public Council under the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation.
The project is aimed at career guidance for schoolchildren and students, familiarization with modern construction, engineering and urban professions, as well as developing skills in working with digital technologies, VR simulators, mock-up and artificial intelligence.
Master classes for students of grades 9-11 and students are held within the framework of the site.::
● "Digital TRP "Interactive game "Urbanism";
● The engineering case "Construction of the future. A view from above";
● "Eco-factory of the future: creating a mock-up of foam board";
● "Let's build a dream village with a low-rise academy";
● Engineering case study "modern welder.
J7. The heritage of Islam in the context of intercultural interaction: the role of museums in the modern world (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 10, 2nd floor
J7. The heritage of Islam in the context of intercultural interaction: the role of museums in the modern world (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 10, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan.
A museum is not merely a place for storing antiquities. It is a meeting place of cultures, a dialogue between eras and peoples. In a world where borders between states are becoming increasingly permeable and the flows of migrants and tourists ever more intense, understanding other cultures is no longer a luxury but a vital necessity.
Islamic heritage constitutes a vast layer of world civilization, and without familiarity with it, it is impossible to build a respectful and productive dialogue between Russia and the Islamic world.
What experience does Egypt have in presenting Islamic heritage to a global audience that could be useful for Russian museums? What joint exhibition projects with museums from Islamic countries are planned for the next 1–2 years? What is the specific nature of presenting Islamic heritage in a secular country with nomadic traditions?
Moderator:Marat Safarov, Political commentator for Vesti FM radio station.
Speakers:
● Zhanna Alekseeva, State Secretary-Deputy Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation;
● Ilya Zaitsev, Deputy Director of the State Museum of Oriental Art;
● Seyam Ahmed Abdelaziz Ali, Director of the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo (Egypt);
● Irina Osmanova, PhD, Associate Professor, Curator of the Islam Foundation of the State Museum of the History of Religion;
● Zhyldyz Bakashova, Director of the Kyrgyz National Historical Museum;
● Alexandra Soboleva, Head of Regional Business Development at DOM.RF Public Joint Stock Company.
K7. Interuniversity Dialogue Platform: Intercultural communication
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 11, 2nd floor
K7. Interuniversity Dialogue Platform: Intercultural communication
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizer: Department of Foreign Economic and International Relations of the City of Moscow, Foundation for International Business Communications.
Co-organizer: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.
Strategic partner of the conference session"Platform of Dialogue – Inter-University": Limited Liability Company "MinOrg"
The specialized conference (in the round table format) is planned in preparation for the International Municipal Forum 2026, which will be held with the support of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation and the All-Russian Association for the Development of Local Self-Government (VARMSU). The general partner of the Forum is the Moscow Government represented by the Department of Foreign Economic and International Relations of Moscow. Moscow. The Foundation for International Business Communications is the operator of the BRICS 2024-2025 International Municipal Forum.
In intercultural communication, there are several main areas that differ in the object of research, methods and approaches: sociological, ethno-psychology, regional studies, art history, intercultural competencies, technologies in intercultural communication, etc.
The factor of the active role of communities in the context of intercultural communication should be noted separately. They can be either monocultural or multicultural, that is, they include representatives of different cultural groups. Intercultural communication and communities are closely linked: communities can both create barriers to effective interaction and become a platform for cultural exchange and the development of intercultural competence.
Moderator: Olga Sorokina, Head of the Strategic Planning Department of the Agency for Foreign Investment of the Moscow Center for International Cooperation, an autonomous non-profit organization.
Speakers:
● Tikhonova Elena, Head of the Department for the Development of International Cooperation and Relations with International Organizations, Department of Foreign Economic and International Relations, Moscow, Russian Federation;
● His Excellency Dawood Al Shezawi, President of the annual AIM CONGRESS Investment Forum, United Arab Emirates;
● Ksenia Krasnova, Head of Urban Digitalization at Innopolis University, Russian Federation;
● Anastasia Yuvakka, Deputy Head of the Department of International Youth Cooperation and Tourism, Department of State Youth Policy and Educational Activities, Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation;
● Hassan Shafai, President of the Association of International Students (AIS);
● Alcindor Robinson, Deputy President of the Association of International Students (AIS), Russian Federation;
● Akaa Elijah Aondotakume, Chairman of the Representative Office of the Association of International Students at the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Far Eastern Federal University", Federal Republic of Nigeria;
● Yeleraki Yaser Elsayed Yeleraki Mohamed Elmelizhi, Student of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education Ufa University of Science and Technology, Ufa Branch of AIS, Arab Republic of Egypt;
● Ward Assad, student of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University (KFU), head of the IFMIB Medical Volunteers movement, Lebanese Republic;
● Camilla Israilova, student of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University (KFU), activist of the KFU International Friendship Club, Republic of Uzbekistan;
● Vardana Rifki Kusuma, Student of the Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education "Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University", Head of the KFU International Friendship Club, Republic of Indonesia;
● Bobokhonov Kamoliddin Nuriddinugli, Director of ANO Tatarstan is a territory of opportunities";
● Ekaterina Zhukovskaya, Head of International Cooperation at the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization Development Energy (GC Rosatom)
L7. Opening ceremony of the XII Kazan Forum of Young Entrepreneurs Discussion"Entrepreneurship in the OIC space - trends and opportunities for a new generation" (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan, AMD)
15 May,
10:00–11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 12, 2nd floor
L7. Opening ceremony of the XII Kazan Forum of Young Entrepreneurs Discussion"Entrepreneurship in the OIC space - trends and opportunities for a new generation" (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan, AMD)
15 May, 10:00–11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 12, 2nd floor
Organizers: The Ministry of Youth Affairs of the Republic of Tatarstan, the Eurasian Center of the OIC Youth Forum, the Tatarstan Regional Youth Public Foundation "SeleT", the Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
The Kazan Forum of Young Entrepreneurs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation is an annual international event aimed at supporting start–ups and entrepreneurial initiatives interested in cooperation between the Russian Federation and the Islamic world. The Forum is a unique platform for establishing business ties, exchanging experiences and developing joint projects that contribute to the economic and social development of the OIC region. In 2026, the Forum will also allow young people from the Republic of Tatarstan to gain practical knowledge on packaging ideas into a startup and feedback from international experts. The panel session will include a discussion of key trends, opportunities and tools for developing entrepreneurship with the Islamic world for the new generation.
Moderator: Suleiman Suleymanov, Host.
Co-moderator: Mehdi Momina, Secretary General of the OIC Students Association in Azerbaijan, Project Manager of the OIC Eurasian Youth Forum Center (icyf-ERC).
Speakers:
● Egor Litvinenko, Deputy Head of the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs (Rosmolodezh);
● Azat Kadyrov, Minister of Youth Affairs of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Rafig Ismailov, Director General of the Eurasian Center for the OIC Youth Forum (ICYF-ERC);
● Aigul Gabdrakhmanova, Director of Selet;
● Dilbar Sadykova, Chairman of the Academy of Youth Diplomacy;
● Artyom Androsov, Managing Partner of the Dome Foundation Investment Fund;
● Mustafa Izz El Arab, Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports of Egypt;
● Haifa Addas, Business Consultant, founder of Instaglam, expert of the largest accelerator in the UAE for youth Sheraa-Youth Entrepreneurship Program Sharjah;
● Bashirjon Robbimov, Director of Operations at Startup Garage startup Incubator, expert in incubation business programs;
● Hadi Hamzah, Special Advisor to the CEO, Halal Development Corporation Berhad (HDC)
M7. Women in Economics: Vectors of International (Council of the Eurasian Women's Forum)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, 1st floor, 16 halls
M7. Women in Economics: Vectors of International (Council of the Eurasian Women's Forum)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, 1st floor, 16 halls
Organizer: Council of the Eurasian Women's Forum.
The growing market of goods and services in Russia and Asian countries, innovative solutions of entrepreneurs open up new opportunities for mutually beneficial international cooperation. Avatnen er Kodama Tevs nyaftems, konatnendi platformnen sodaftoms, experience exchange and ONE idea markta. Forums, competitions, international educational programs, and communities contribute to the development of tourism, humanitarian, and socio-economic projects.
Which areas and industries have the greatest growth prospects in the horizon up to 2030? What investments are most attractive to women in Russia and the countries of the Islamic world? What investment opportunities have been created for women? How do international programs for women promote the development of women's leadership and can contribute to the development of tourism in Russia and the countries of the Islamic world? What vectors of development of women's cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region and the EAEU are possible within the framework of the work of international associations in the face of new challenges?
Moderator: Galina Karelova, Chairman of the Council of the Eurasian Women's Forum.
Speakers:
● Natalia Minaeva, Director of Regional Export Support Infrastructure Development, Russian Export Center Joint-Stock Company;
● Madame Phitira Anindhita Haerani WIBOWO, Wife of the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia;
● Irina Murashova, Director of the Limited Liability Company CCC Rostock, winner of the international competition of women's entrepreneurial projects in APEC -2024
● Nur Shazrina Binti Ishak, Malaysia, Founder and CEO of BIO-ANGLE VACS Sdn Bhd (BAV), winner of the APEC International Women's Entrepreneurship Competition "APEC BEST AWARD";
● Anna Meleshina, Russian Federation, Managing Director, Magnit Group of Companies;
● Rania Mashlab, Head of the Regional Delegation to the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus, International Committee of the Red Cross;
● Ayperi Kasymbekova, Director and Co-founder of the Kyrgyz Technowoman Foundation;
● Alexandra V. Ryabykh, Member of the International Council for the Support and Development of Women in Industry and Technology, Co-founder of the Foundation for the Support and Development of Women's Initiatives "Association of Women in the Nuclear Industry";
● Elena Alexandrova, Head of the Department of Special Programs of the Separate department "Senezh Management Workshop" of the autonomous non–profit organization "Russia - the Land of Opportunities".
Meeting of the Co-Chairs of the Intergovernmental Russian-Palestinian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation
15 May,
10:00-13:00
Meeting of the Co-Chairs of the Intergovernmental Russian-Palestinian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation
15 May, 10:00-13:00
N7. International cooperation in higher and additional education: Russia and the countries of the Islamic world (Innopolis University)
Organizer: Autonomous non-profit Organization of Higher Education "Innopolis University".
Currently, Russian universities are opening up new opportunities for constructive cooperation with universities and research centers of the Islamic world. The most important areas of cooperation are centered around academic mobility, the organization of international internships, joint research and the creation of bilingual educational programs.
One of the key features of such cooperation is the synergy of scientific research and cultural exchange, which makes it possible to establish deep and mutually beneficial ties between different countries and cultures.
A particularly important aspect is the inclusion of elements of additional professional education, which allows professionals to acquire missing competencies and respond to modern challenges in a timely manner.
The participants of the track have a unique opportunity to get acquainted with practical cases of successful cooperation between Russian and foreign universities, to see real examples of how science and education combine to create qualitatively new results and contribute to strengthening friendship and mutual understanding between peoples.
Moderator: Ekaterina Borisovna Galikhanova, Vice-Rector for Additional Education of the Autonomous Non-profit Organization of Higher Education Innopolis University.
Speakers:
Kamilla Smolnikova, Deputy Director for Innovation, Institute of Computational Mathematics and Information Technology, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University;
Syrymbet Medeugaliev, Director of Infrastructure Development, Atyrau University of Oil and Gas named after Safi Utebayev (Kazakhstan);
Ekaterina Protsko, Head of the Center for Work with Applicants and the Olympic track, member of the Council of the International Olympiads on Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) and Cybersecurity (ICO) of T-bank
Ishmatov Mahamadkhan Yusupovich, Coach of the national team of Kyrgyzstan in mathematics and artificial intelligence (Kyrgyzstan) (online);
Dr. Majed Bin Abdulaziz Al-Turki, President of the Center for Information and Arab-Russian Studies (Saudi Arabia);
Alexander Anatolyevich Dyakonov, Rector of Almetyevsk State Technological University Higher School of Petroleum;
Professor Datuk Dr. Kasim H. N.J. Mansor, Vice-Rector of the University of Malaysia Sabah (Malaysia) (online).
O7. Presentation of the Indonesian Language and Culture Classroom
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Cluster C
O7. Presentation of the Indonesian Language and Culture Classroom
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Cluster C
R7. Construction Navigator: a course towards digitalization. Leaders of Digital Change (NOTIM)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Sand Hall
R7. Construction Navigator: a course towards digitalization. Leaders of Digital Change (NOTIM)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Sand Hall
Organizer: National Association of Organizations in the field of Information Modeling Technologies (NOTIM).
The purpose of the event is to identify and discuss innovative digital technologies and practices that are changing approaches to construction, highlighting current trends and prospects for digital transformation in construction.
The Leaders of Digital Change session will focus on the role of managers, companies, and government institutions shaping the new digital ecosystem of the construction industry. Special attention will be paid to the practical experience of implementing digital solutions, the development of domestic technology platforms and the training of specialists capable of implementing large-scale digital transformations.
Moderator: Mikhail Viktorov, President of the National Association of Organizations in the Field of Information Modeling Technologies (NOTIM). Head of the Commission on Digitalization of the construction industry and Housing and Communal Services of the Public Council under the Ministry of Construction of Russia.
Speakers:
● Petr Manin, Director of Business Development at NANOSOFT AGC (), is a company that develops engineering software that creates solutions in the field of computer-aided design (CAD/CAD), information modeling (TIM/BIM) and maintenance of industrial and civil construction facilities at all stages of the project lifecycle. The company is also engaged in end-to-end digitalization of production processes);
● Alexandra Miroshnichenko, KAPSTROY Product Director, STC Constructor (The company offers a range of software solutions from the Scientific and Technical Center (STC) Constructor, designed to manage the lifecycle of capital construction facilities. The system allows you to organize joint work on the engineering data of all project participants — from design to decommissioning of the facility).;
● Alexey Dudarev, CEO of Gems Group, Chairman of the NOTIM Committee on GIS Development and Information Modeling for Sustainable
● Viktor Salnikov, Director of the Limited Liability Company InPAD (Institute of Engineering, Architecture and Design), PhD, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Information Technology (Information Modeling and Construction) ISA (International Standards of Auditing) UrFU, EMBA Skolkovo;
● Mikhail Zaichuk, Head of the rTIM Platform, Rocket Group Limited Liability Company, graduate of the Architects Leadership Program.RF;
● Alexey Kapustin, Director, Advisor of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Building Sciences, Associate Professor of the Moscow Institute of Architecture, member of the Union of Architects of Russia, winner of the Presidential Prize in Architecture of the Russian Federation;
● Yulia Dolgikh, Producer of the All-Russian Intersectoral Employers' Association "Safety and Quality".
S7. Labor productivity in construction and housing and communal services (Ministry of Construction of Russia, NOSTROY Association, NNISF RAASN)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
S7. Labor productivity in construction and housing and communal services (Ministry of Construction of Russia, NOSTROY Association, NNISF RAASN)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, NOSTROI Association, Scientific Research Institute of Building Physics of the Russian Academy of Architecture and Building Sciences.
Purpose of the event:
Discussion of systemic factors and practical tools for increasing labor productivity in construction and housing and communal services, including the introduction of modern technologies, optimization of management processes, development of human resources and improvement of regulatory regulation. Formation of proposals on scaling effective industry practices and development of international cooperation.
Increasing labor productivity is a key driver of modernization of the construction industry and housing and communal services. The success of the transformation depends on the introduction of advanced management practices, training, and technological infrastructure upgrades. The focus is on applied steps to introduce lean technologies in construction, exchange of experience in developing employee competencies, and a strategy for reforming housing and communal services, where productivity becomes the basis for improving the quality of services. Using the examples of specific cases, the mechanisms that allow the industry to reach a new level of efficiency are discussed. The section will allow combining the efforts of government, business and expert community representatives for the sustainable growth of the construction complex and modernization of the housing and communal services sector.
Moderator: Irina Minina, Industry Competence Center for Design and Construction, Head
Speakers:
● Anton Moroz, Vice-President of the National Association of Builders;
● Andrey Peryazev, Director of the Project Office for Increasing the Human Resources Potential of the Construction industry of the Ministry of Construction of the Russian Federation;
● Alina Postovalova, Head of the BCC in Housing and Communal Services of the Ministry of Construction of Russia, Deputy Director of the National Research Institute of Natural Sciences;
● Elena Parikova, Director of Development, Head of the NOSTROI Project Office;
● Andrey Mukhin, General Director of Gals-Development Limited Liability Company;
● Tatiana Gorlovskaya, Deputy General Director for Personnel Management, National Project Construction Group;
● Evgeny Korshunov, General Director of the Limited Liability Company "Autobahn-Digital";
● Abbas Mirzai Ghazi, Representative of the Russian-Iranian Center for Legal and Economic Cooperation (Iran);
● Alisher Tajiev, General Director of the Association of Employers of Russia and Labor Resource Coordinators of Friendly Countries (ARCTR) (Tajikistan);
● Ankur Goel, CEO of skwerup Capital Partners, Advisor to the President of the BRICS International Alliance of Strategic Projects (India) (online)
T7. Earthquake-safe construction for the benefit of the Islamic world (Research Center for Construction)
15 May,
10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Glass Hall, 2nd floor
T7. Earthquake-safe construction for the benefit of the Islamic world (Research Center for Construction)
15 May, 10:00-11:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Glass Hall, 2nd floor
Organizer: Scientific Research Center of Construction.
Many countries of the Islamic world are located in areas of increased seismic activity. In these conditions, ensuring the reliability of buildings and infrastructure becomes not only an engineering task, but also a matter of preserving human life, economic stability and long-term development of territories.
The session does not involve design and construction, modern technology, innovative material, modeling, digital methods, and draft regulations and international cooperation issues. Special attention will be paid to the exchange of practical experience between the countries, the introduction of advanced scientific developments and the formation of joint projects in the field of safe construction.
During the discussion, experts, representatives of government agencies, scientific and design organizations will consider ways to consolidate efforts to improve the level of earthquake resistance of facilities in the Islamic world, as well as prospects for the participation of Russian companies and research centers in the implementation of international initiatives.
The session will become a platform for developing effective solutions aimed at strengthening the sustainability of the urban environment and protecting the population from the consequences of natural disasters.
Moderator: Vitaly Kryuchkov, General Director of the Joint-Stock Company Scientific Research Center Stroitelstvo, Doctor of Economics.
Speakers:
● Vedyakov Ivan, Director of the Central Scientific Research Institute of Building Structures named after V. N.A. N. Kucherenko of the Joint-Stock Company "Scientific Research Center"Construction";
● Bubis Alexander, Head of the Earthquake Resistance Testing Center;
● Muhammad Masoud Rafi, Professor, Faculty of Earthquake-Resistant Construction, NED University of Engineering and Technology;
● Begaliev Ulugbek, Rector of the International University of Innovative Technologies (Kyrgyzstan);
● Marat Abdybaliev, General Director of PROMPROEKT OJSC (Kyrgyzstan);
● Sabitov Linar, Professor of the Department of Civil Engineering at Kazan Federal University.
ISESCO General Assembly (Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University)
15 May,
Уточняется/To be confirmed
Combo Hotel “Millennium Panorama Hotels”
ISESCO General Assembly (Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University)
15 May, Уточняется/To be confirmed
Combo Hotel “Millennium Panorama Hotels”
Lunch in the format of bilateral meetings/Jumu'a prayer
15 May,
11:30-13:00
Lunch in the format of bilateral meetings/Jumu'a prayer
15 May, 11:30-13:00
Festival of Eastern Cultures
15 May,
12:30-15:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
Festival of Eastern Cultures
15 May, 12:30-15:00
IEC "Kazan Expo", Cluster C
The Festival of Eastern Cultures, organised by Kazan Federal University in partnership with the Al-Hadara Arab Culture Centre, aims to foster cultural dialogue and strengthen international academic and humanitarian cooperation. The programme features photography and art exhibitions, video and poster contests, open lectures, language and script workshops, and cultural performances by representatives from Islamic world countries.
Attending the festival is particularly valuable for those who grasp that sustainable international cooperation begins not with contracts, but with the intellectual capacity to perceive another culture not as exoticism, but as a full world of meanings.
Meeting of the Co-Chairs of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation between Russia and Tajikistan
15 May,
12:00–13:00
Kazan Kremlin
Meeting of the Co-Chairs of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation between Russia and Tajikistan
15 May, 12:00–13:00
Kazan Kremlin
Access to the event is restricted (according to the protocol list) .
The meeting of the Co-Chairs of the Intergovernmental Commission is an important event, during which a wide range of issues of Russian-Tajik cooperation are discussed. The Commission, established to promote the development of trade, economic, scientific and technical ties, is a key mechanism for coordinating bilateral cooperation.
The following key topics are regularly discussed at the commission meetings:
● Trade: Analyzing the dynamics and stimulating the growth of mutual trade turnover;
● Industry and energy: Cooperation and implementation of joint projects;
● Agricultural industry: Food supply issues and cooperation in the agro-industrial complex;
● Transport and logistics: Creation of new and optimization of existing transport corridors, simplification of customs procedures;
● Investments: Attracting investments and creating a favorable business climate;
● Digital economy: The development of e-government, online commerce, and the introduction of digital technologies;
● Humanitarian sphere: Cooperation in the field of education, science and culture.
Co-ChairfromtheRussianside: Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation;
Co-Chair from the Tajik side: Kohir Rasulzoda, Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Press conference on the track "Female Perspective" (Press Center)
15 May,
12:00-12:30
Press conference on the track "Female Perspective" (Press Center)
15 May, 12:00-12:30
The 5th meeting of the Intergovernmental Russian-Nigerian Joint Commission on Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation
15 May,
The 5th meeting of the Intergovernmental Russian-Nigerian Joint Commission on Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation
15 May,
A8. Russia-Malaysia: opportunities for cooperation in the field of creative industries (Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 1, 2nd floor
A8. Russia-Malaysia: opportunities for cooperation in the field of creative industries (Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 1, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation
Russia and Malaysia have significant potential for developing cooperation in the field of creative industries, which are becoming an important factor in economic growth and cultural exchange. Joint projects in the field of art, cinema and animation are currently in the focus of attention of the governments and businesses of the two countries.
The interest is driven by the national priorities of both countries to ensure sustainable growth through digital technologies and the commercialization of creative activities. The law "On the Development of Creative Industries" has been in force in Russia since 2025, and work is underway on a Strategy for the development of the creative economy until 2036. Malaysia has a National Creative Industry Development Strategy and the MyDIGITAL Digital Transformation program, and the creative economy is included in the country's 13th Development Plan for 2026-2030 as a promising sector. The industry in Malaysia is supported by relevant ministries and development institutions: FINAS, MyCreative Ventures and MDEC.
How can national programs to support the creative economy of Russia and Malaysia enhance bilateral cooperation, and what mechanisms of interaction are already ready for launch? The participants of the round table will discuss promising areas of bilateral cooperation, share experiences in implementing national support programs, and consider opportunities for joint projects between companies, production centers, and cultural organizations of the two countries using modern digital technologies.
Moderator: Ekaterina Evgrafova, Deputy Trade Representative, Representative of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation in Malaysia.
Speakers:
● Nikita Kondratiev, Director of the Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects, Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation;
● Dato Shaharuddin bin Abu Sokhot, Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia;
● Roy Lidia, Chairman of the Council of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation for Creative Industries, Director of the Center for Creative Economics at the Moscow School of Management Skolkovo;
● Ms. Siti Amina Binti Shamsuddin, Blogger;
● Saliza Abdullah, President of the National Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Malaysia (NAWEM), Chairman of the nawem-BRICS Women's Business Alliance (Regional Office in Malaysia);
● Valeria Brusnikina, Vice President of the IPChain Association.
● Natalia Linovitskaya, Director of the International Cooperation Division of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives for the Promotion of New Projects (ANO ASI)
● Azizul Morshidi, Head of the Department, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia
B8. Round table on Islamic Investments (Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 2, 2 floors
B8. Round table on Islamic Investments (Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 2, 2 floors
Organizer: Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Which sectors of the economy of the Republic of Tatarstan are most attractive to Islamic investors today — and what factors play a crucial role in making investment decisions?
The event is designed as a practice-oriented working platform for receiving direct feedback from the leaders of the Islamic financial market. The main focus will be on determining the conditions for investing in the Republic of Tatarstan, analyzing the priority sectors of the economy and assessing the legal and tax environment necessary for the development of partner financing.
An important practical part is the presentation of priority investment projects of the Republic of Tatarstan, ready for implementation through partner financing tools.
Access event restricted (according to separate lists).
Moderator: Denis Lipaev, Acting President of the Association of Banks of Russia.
Speakers:
● Anatoly Aksakov, Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Financial Market;
● Maxim Topilin, Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Economic Policy;
● Sheikh Ibrahim bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of the AAOIFI Board of Trustees;
● Midkhat Shagiakhmetov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tatarstan-Minister of Economy of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Taliya Minnullina, Head of the Investment Development Agency of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Ksenia Nikolaeva, Director of Business Development, Rosatom Construction Technologies;
● Vitaly Gan, Deputy General Director of Rosatom International Networks;
● Mikhail Kagenets, Head of Capital Markets, Investor Relations, PJSC SIBUR Holding;
● Renat Edikhanov, Member of the Expert Council under the Government of the Russian Federation;
● Mohamed Waheed Hassan, Guest of Honor, Former President of the Maldives;
● Saud Rashed Al Khudhair, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the National Bank of Saudi Arabia;
● Hamza Bawazir, Secretary General of the Council of Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions (Bahrain);
● Wael Eid, Managing Director of Qatar Investment Bank.
C8. Petrochemicals in Russia and OIC Countries: Common Challenges, Results, and Opportunities
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 3, 2nd floor
C8. Petrochemicals in Russia and OIC Countries: Common Challenges, Results, and Opportunities
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 3, 2nd floor
Organizer: Tatneftekhiminvest-Holding.
The petrochemical sector is a key driver of industrial cooperation between Russia and the OIC countries, ensuring the exchange of technologies, raw materials and finished products. The event is aimed at strengthening the technological sovereignty of the industry and exchanging competencies in the context of global turbulence. The key focus is on cooperation with partners from the Islamic world, solving logistical problems and introducing Islamic financing tools.
Moderator: Rafinat Yarullin, General Director of the Joint-Stock Company Tatneftekhiminvest-holding.
Speakers:
● Arsham Soghomonyan, Head of International Business Development, Roshim Joint Stock Company;
● Khaled Ali Maher, Minister of Industry of the Republic of Egypt;
● Bikmurzin Azat, Director of the V. N.D. Shashin Petrochemical Complex of PJSC Tatneft;
● Gizzatullin Airat, General Director of Himgrad Joint Stock Company;
● Alexander Adoevsky, General Director of the Limited Liability Company "MEMORY Engineering and Consulting";
● Alexey Rylskikh, Director of Work with Key Clients, FESCO Integrated Transport Limited Liability Company;
● Timur Khafizov, Founder of the Uniblock Limited Liability Company.
Concert Performance: Oriental Dance
15 May,
13:00-13:45
Cluster C
Concert Performance: Oriental Dance
15 May, 13:00-13:45
Cluster C
D8. Sukuk as a tool of state (public) financial and economic impact (AAOIFI)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Hall 4. II International Conference of AAOIFI(theater 250 people)
D8. Sukuk as a tool of state (public) financial and economic impact (AAOIFI)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Hall 4. II International Conference of AAOIFI(theater 250 people)
Organizer: Accounting and auditing organizations of Islamic financial institutions AAOIFI.
The implementation of international standards and best practices in the field of financial regulation and reporting is becoming a priority for many countries. This not only increases transparency and trust in financial institutions, but also promotes integration at the global level. Discussion of current standards, such as IFRS or Basel III, allows you to understand how they affect the development strategy of organizations.
Human capital plays a crucial role in the implementation of development strategies and the introduction of innovative solutions. Institutional capacity, which includes the level of education, qualifications and experience of specialists, directly affects the ability of organizations to adapt to changes in the market. Investments in training and staff development are becoming necessary to achieve competitive advantages.
The session participants discuss the key economic advantages of using sukuk as a public finance instrument compared to traditional bonds and how this instrument affects the country's macroeconomic indicators..
Moderator: Muzaffar khusnudinov, CEO of the Mezon Kengashi Company, Uzbekistan
Speakers:
● Zahid ur Rehman Hoher, Director of Islamic Finance Policy Department, State Bank of Pakistan;
● Tazbayev Alkhazur, Sharia Expert, Sheikh Zayed Foundation for Entrepreneurship and Innovation Development;
● Iskander Iskhakov, Head of the Partner Financing Center of Ak Bars Bank Public Joint Stock Company;
● Andrey Paranich, Director of the National Association of Financial Planning Specialists of the Russian Federation;
● Fayzutdinov Rinat, Managing Director of the Center for Working with Key Clients of the Branch of GPB Bank (JSC) in Moscow Kazan;
● Renat Kaliev, Regional Director of the Export Credit Agency of Kazakhstan Joint Stock Company;
● Mohamed Elbeltagy, Chairman of the Association of Islamic Finance (Egypt).
E8. The Russia-Arab World Trade and Industrial Dialogue (RADS)
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 5, 2nd floor
E8. The Russia-Arab World Trade and Industrial Dialogue (RADS)
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 5, 2nd floor
Organizer: the Russian-Arab Business Council (RABC).
The Arab world is not just about oil and gas. These are rapidly growing markets with huge demand for food, technology, infrastructure projects, construction materials, logistics solutions and investments.
How to build long-term partnerships with Arab companies? For Russian business, Arab countries are one of the most reliable and predictable partners in the current geopolitical configuration. The question is not whether it is necessary to work with this region, but how to build a systematic, large-scale and mutually beneficial cooperation that goes beyond one-time contracts.
The session is for exporters, investors, logisticians, industrialists, regional administrations and anyone who sees the Arab world not only as a Middle Eastern exotic, but as a pragmatic and long-term partner.
Moderator: Sergey Gorkov, Chairman of the Russian-Arab Business Council.
Speakers:
● Mr. Walid Hamid Shiltag, Ambassador of the Arab League in Moscow;
● Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Deputy Minister of Economy and Tourism of the UAE;
● Ms. Latifa El Bouabdellaoui, Director General of the Islamic Trade Development Center (ICDT);
● Renat Muradaliev, Vice President of Merit Business KSA, Head of the Eurasian Hub;
● Mohamed Al-Ajlan, Chairman of the Saudi Contractors Authority, Deputy Chairman of The Holding Company
● Al-Ajlan&Brothers;
● Khalid Al-Marzouki, Vice President for International Business Development, Khalifa Economic Zones
● Abu Dhabi (QUEZAD) (online);
● Maxim Orel, Commercial Director, N2 Invest;
● Andrey Bardizh, Managing Director of the Foundation"Cyberus";
● Halimat Budunova, Deputy Director of the Department for the Development of Bilateral Cooperation;
● Igor Palamarchuk, Director of Rosatom-Middle East and North Africa;
● M. George Abdullah. Al-Zraikat, President of the Bahraini-Eurasian Friendship and Business Association;
● Dmitry Starostin, Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Nizhny Novgorod Region
F8. Made in Russia. Developing formats for promoting Russian products in the countries of the Islamic world (REC)
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 6, 2nd floor
F8. Made in Russia. Developing formats for promoting Russian products in the countries of the Islamic world (REC)
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 6, 2nd floor
Organizer: Russian Export Center.
Russia has extensive experience in the production of high-quality goods that are in demand in the countries of the Islamic world. To increase the export potential and strengthen the position of Russian goods, including in these regions, the "Made in Russia" program was launched, which helped companies adapt their promotion strategies to the specifics of the Islamic world markets.
To successfully enter the markets of Islamic countries, it is necessary not only to master basic knowledge about the culture and economic specifics of the region, but also to delve into its social, religious and business characteristics. This includes understanding Islamic values, business rules, and consumer expectations. Willingness to invest in long-term projects and the development of local initiatives contributes not only to gaining a foothold in the market, but also to creating a solid foundation for sustainable business development.
Key issues of the session: What modern marketing formats are most effective for attracting the attention of consumers in these regions? How does the Made in Russia program help Russian companies build long-term partnerships in the markets of the Islamic world? What features of cultural traditions should be taken into account when promoting Russian products?
Moderator: Najibullo Gafforzoda Jabbori, Representative in the United Arab Emirates, Russian Export Center Joint Stock Company
Speakers:
● Abbyasov Rushan, Deputy Chairman of the Spiritual Board of Muslims of the Russian Federation;
● Andrey Sulin, Partner of B1;
● Seif El Din Safwan Ahmed Tabet, President of Juhaina Food Industries;
● Mr. Sangare Bourehima, Representative of the business community of Burkina Faso;
● Yakub Alexander, Advisor to the Head, Federal Center "Agroexport";
● Ahmed Azimov, Chairman of the Russian-Algerian Business Council;
● Rashid Al-Teneiji, Director of the Trade Development Department of the UAE Ministry of Economy;
● Slauzi Zodaa Mogami, Founder, Chairman of Ladies in the Frontline;
● Isakhanov Aidarbek, Head of the Department of International Cooperation and Medical Tourism, European Medical Center;
● Nizamov Marat, Head of the National Competence Center for Halal Products and Services;
● Gazizov Aidar, Director General of the International Center for Standardization and Certification "Halal" at the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation.
G8. Equestrian Sports Development Conference
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 7, 2nd floor
G8. Equestrian Sports Development Conference
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 7, 2nd floor
Organizer: BALANCE GROUP Joint Stock Company.
Equestrian sports and horse breeding have long gone beyond the scope of hobbies, turning into a serious industry with billions of turnovers and investment potential. At the session, industry experts will discuss how modern technologies, effective management and social responsibility are shaping the new landscape of the global sports horse market. You are a session of aras invest, clubon clubon, sportsman and technology leader, erykhnendi, Kona Rossiyasa and strankhnendi.
Moderator: Farida Gafarova, Vice-President of the Avanti Association for International Affairs, Member of the Board of the United Nations Race.
Speakers:
● Maria Kronova, Partner of Business on Horseback for Strategic Marketing;
● Anna Mikhailova, Director of the Limited Liability Company"Vita Telos";
● Victoria Alexandrina, Vice-President of the Equestrian Federation of Uzbekistan, founder of the Business on Horseback project in the Russian Federation;
● Natalia Vidyakina, Partner of the BALANCE GROUP Joint-Stock Company;
● Andrey Lisikhin, President of the Tver Region Equestrian Federation;
● Oleg Stepanov, General Director of the Aviator Industrial Park.
H8. Basic science and the global biomedicine and biopharmaceutical market (Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan, StemTek LLC)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 8, 2nd floor
H8. Basic science and the global biomedicine and biopharmaceutical market (Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan, StemTek LLC)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 8, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Health of the Republic of Tatarstan, Limited Liability Company "Stemtek".
How to effectively transform the results of fundamental biomedical research into commercially successful and export—oriented solutions - what are the key stages and mechanisms of the "bridge" between science and the global market that are most critical for biopharmaceuticals and biodesign?
The session is aimed at discussing personalized precision medicine (PM) as a fundamentally new, highly effective and economically sound model of health protection, which is based on integrated packages of precision diagnostics, prediction and forecasting, targeted pharmacotherapy with preventive and preventive and therapeutic and rehabilitation orientation are laid down. This structure, together with the development of personalized nutrition and foodomics, allows us to form sustainable trends in improving the health of the population of the post-industrial world.
The topic of the discussion brings together leading Russian and international scientists to discuss the mechanisms of transformation of fundamental knowledge into biodesign and export-oriented technology platforms. Tatarstan, which has a powerful scientific and industrial base, positions itself as one of the centers of biomedical development in Russia and Eurasia.
The key focus is personalized precision medicine (PCM). This is not the future, but the present.: integrated packages of precision diagnostics, risk forecasting, targeted pharmacotherapy, preventive and treatment and rehabilitation programs. Due to the development of personalized nutrition (fudomics), the science of nutrition as a tool for health, PPMS is able to form sustainable trends in improving the health of the population of the post— industrial world.
Moderator:Gumar Kadyrov, CEO of BIONA Ltd.
Speakers:
● Sergey Suchkov, MD, Professor, Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences;
● Mark Hendricks, MD, PhD, MD, Center for Cardiac Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, Hasselt University;
● Alexander Tyukavin, Professor at Pavlov First Saint Petersburg State Medical University;
● PH.Holland Cheng, Professor at the University of California, Davis (video message);
● Howard Moskowitz, Professor, President of Mind Genomics Associates, USA (video message);
● Mikhail Galagudza, Professor, Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Director of the Institute of Experimental Medicine of the V.A. Almazov National Medical Research Center of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation;
● Haider Harun, Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, Head of the nationwide ROOTS IVY International DHA program;
● Anton Buzdin, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Sirius University of Science and Technology
I8. The Round Table: "Russia - MENA. Innovative Development of the Creative Economy" (ASI)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 9, 2nd floor
I8. The Round Table: "Russia - MENA. Innovative Development of the Creative Economy" (ASI)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 9, 2nd floor
Organizer: Agency for Strategic Initiatives.
The session is devoted to the development of cooperation between Russia and the countries of the MENA region in the field of creative economy as one of the drivers of innovative growth.
Which segments of the creative economy have the greatest potential for Russian-Arab partnership? The participants will discuss promising areas of cooperation at the intersection of technology and creative industries, including digital solutions, media, design, urbanism and cultural projects.
The focus is on finding new cooperation formats, supporting the export of creative products, developing joint projects and creating sustainable ecosystems that promote the commercialization of ideas and scaling successful practices. Special attention will be paid to the exchange of experience, identification of growth points and identification of concrete steps to deepen partnership between Russia and the MENA countries in the context of global economic transformation.
Moderator: Ekaterina Cherkess-zade, Creative Economy Advisor to the Director General of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives.
Speakers:
● Daoud Al Shezawi, President of the UAE Investment Fund AIM Global Foundation;
● Dr. Mohamed Rashwan, Strategic Communications Advisor, Director of the Moscow Office of TRENDS Group (UAE);
● Khaled Nabil Subhi Khader, Head of Artificial Intelligence at TAG.Global (Jordan);
● Omar Mohamed El Barbary, Head of OBM Education, Director of Development at Qualiphi AI, Member of the Board of Directors of EDGEX MENA (Egypt);
● Vladislav Mishchenko, Vice President for International and Interregional Activities of the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry;
● Osmanov Rashid, CEO of the NUR International Media Art Festival;
● Vladlen Davydov is an entrepreneur, investor, producer and expert in the field of creative industries, the economy of impressions and related ICT in Russia and abroad.
J8. Cinematography of Islamic countries in a multicultural paradigm (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 10, 2nd floor
J8. Cinematography of Islamic countries in a multicultural paradigm (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 10, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan.
The session will focus on analyzing the role and influence of the Islamic film industry in the context of global cultural exchange. Participants discuss how films from these countries reflect unique cultural traditions, social realities and modern challenges, as well as how they contribute to understanding and dialogue between different cultures. The key works, trends, and challenges that directors and screenwriters face when creating content for an international audience will be reviewed. The session will become a platform for exchanging views on the importance of cinema as a tool for intercultural interaction and representation of the Islamic world.
Moderator: Ilyas Gafarov, Director of the Tatarkino State Budgetary Cultural Institution of the Republic of Tatarstan
● Malikov Umid, Cinematographer, Lecturer at the S. N.A. N. Gerasimov All-Russian State University of Cinematography, Tashkent branch;
● Ksenia Alekseeva, Marketing Expert, Head of the international streaming Yango Play (UAE);
● Alexey Kozulyaev, CEO of the Rufilms Media Group;
● Zamaleeva Aisylu, Head of the Tugan Batyr project.
K8. Bioeconomics - a driver of regional development (Ministry of Education and Science of Russia)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 11, 2nd floor
K8. Bioeconomics - a driver of regional development (Ministry of Education and Science of Russia)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 11, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation.
Bioeconomics is not just a fashionable term from strategic documents. This is a new technological reality, where biological resources become the basis for the production of energy, materials, food, medicines, and more. For Russia, with its vast territories, unique biodiversity and rich natural resources, the development of a bioeconomy is not a choice, but a strategic necessity. And the regions play a key role in this process.
Key issues: How can bioeconomics become a tool for leveling the socio-economic development of regions — not only for oil and gas, but also for agricultural, forest, and coastal areas? How is a large oil company diversifying into biotechnology and what is Tatarstan's role in the Russian bioeconomy? What genetic technologies for
agriculture and animal husbandry are ready for implementation in the regions? Where and how to train a new type of specialists — biological technologists who can work at the intersection of science, engineering and business?
Moderator: Raif Vasilov, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, Vice President for Bioeconomics, Kurchatov Institute Research Center.
Speakers:
● Nail Maganov, General Director of PJSC Tatneft named after V. N.J. Shashino;
● Anton Shashkin, Director of the Department of State Policy in the Field of Scientific and Technological Development of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation;
● Artur Smirnov, Director of the Chemical Industry Department of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation;
● Alexander Gabibov, Director of the SSC Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry. Academicians M. N.M. N. Shemyakina and Yu.N.A. N. Ovchinnikova of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor, Doctor of Chemical Sciences;
● Alexey Kochetov, Director of the Institute of Cytology and Genetics of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Biological Sciences;
● Elena Ponomareva, Head of the Department Department of Water and Biological Resources of the UNC RAS, Doctor of Biological Sciences;
● Marina Nikitina, Senior Researcher at the Center for Economic and Analytical Research and Information Technologies of the V.M. Gorbatov Federal Research Center for Food Systems of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Associate Professor, Doctor of Technical Sciences;
● Xinqing Xiao, Associate Professor, College of Engineering, Chinese Agricultural University, PhD, People's Republic of China;
● Alexey Soldatenko, Director of the Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution "Federal Scientific Center for Vegetable Growing", Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences;
● Shamil Validov, Leading Researcher, Head of the Laboratory of Molecular Genetic and Microbiological Methods of the FITC KazNC RAS;
● Alexander Sirotkin, Director of the Institute of Food Production and Biotechnology, Kazan National Research Technological University, Professor, Doctor of Technical Sciences.
L8. Startup Pitch Session Closing ceremony of the Kazan Forum of Young Entrepreneurs of the OIC Countries (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan, AMD)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 12, 2nd floor
L8. Startup Pitch Session Closing ceremony of the Kazan Forum of Young Entrepreneurs of the OIC Countries (Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tatarstan, AMD)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, Hall 12, 2nd floor
Organizer: The Ministry of Youth Affairs of the Republic of Tatarstan, the Eurasian Center of the OIC Youth Forum, the Tatarstan Regional Youth Public Foundation "SeleT", the Academy of Youth Diplomacy.
The Kazan Forum of Young Entrepreneurs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation is an annual international event aimed at supporting start–ups and entrepreneurial initiatives interested in cooperation between the Russian Federation and the Islamic world. The Forum is a unique platform for establishing business ties, exchanging experiences and developing joint projects that contribute to the economic and social development of the OIC region. In 2026, the Forum will also allow young people from the Republic of Tatarstan to gain practical knowledge on packaging ideas into a startup and feedback from international experts. As part of the final session of the Forum, a pitch session of entrepreneurial projects, feedback from foreign experts and a summing up are planned.
Moderator: Suleiman Suleymanov, Host.
Speakers:
● Nouredine Ouadah, Minister of Knowledge Economy, Startups and Microenterprises of Algeria;
● Azat Fazulov, First Deputy Director of the Investment and Venture Fund of the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Artyom Androsov, Head of the relevant committees of Opora Russia, CEO of the Dome Foundation Investment Fund, GR Director of the Investment crowdlanding platform;
● Mikhail Kuznetsov, Commissioner for Business Development in Moscow;
● Ilnar Shamsutdinov, CEO of HOHORO, entrepreneur mentor;
● Marklen Konurbaev, Founder and CEO of Glosema Group, Professor at Moscow State University;
● Mufti Ismail Ebrahim Desai, International Expert in Islamic Finance and Sharia Consulting, Founder of the Russian Council for Islamic Finance (RIF);
● Omar El-Barbary, entrepreneur on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in the Middle East, founder and director of the large educational platform OBM education;
● Bashirjon Rabbimov, Director of Operations at Startup Garage startup Incubator, expert in incubation business programs;
● Hisbullah Akbar, Founder of Hisa Games, Digital Talent Mentor;
● Emil Abdullayev, Co-founder and Creative Director of the Azerbaijan Artificial Intelligence Platform;
● Uldana Sherim, CEO of Top Generation School, an educational center for preparing for international exams and implementing AI tools in education (Kazakhstan);
● Akhat Kairgeldino, Founder and Creative Director of ohhotscloset startup, a clothing upcycling and redesign startup using vintage, stock materials and AI;
● Temirlan Tunkatarov, Head of Marketing at Codify IT School of Programming and Digital Skills;
● Timur Suleymanov, Assistant to the Raisa of the Republic of Tatarstan, Chairman of the Council of the regional branch of the Movement of the First in the Republic of Tatarstan;
● Taha Ayhan, President of the Youth Forum of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation;
● Rafig Ismailov, Director General of the Eurasian Center for the OIC Youth Forum (ICYF-ERC);
● Aigul Gabdrakhmanova, Director of the Youth Center "Selet".
M8. The female factor of economic growth: family, society, future (Union of Women of Russia)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, 1st floor, 16 halls
M8. The female factor of economic growth: family, society, future (Union of Women of Russia)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, 1st floor, 16 halls
Organizer: The Union of Women of Russia.
How can we create conditions in which women's professional self—realization will strengthen, rather than weaken, the institution of the family and traditional values - and what mechanisms are needed for this?
Experts will discuss the role of women in sustainable economic development — not only as a professional and entrepreneur, but also as a guardian of family and cultural values. The focus is on finding a balance between the growing economic activity of women and the preservation of traditional family orientations.
Participants will analyze practical cases of successful career and family responsibilities, assess the impact of women's employment on social well-being and demography, and discuss support measures ranging from government programs to corporate initiatives.
The session will become a platform for dialogue between representatives of government, business, science and public organizations. Its result is practical recommendations on the formation of a model of sustainable development, where economic growth goes hand in hand with social harmony and the preservation of spiritual and moral guidelines.
Moderator: Natalia Bondarenko, Deputy Chairman of the Union of Women of Russia in the medical and social field. Chief Freelance Specialist in Therapy and General Medical Practice at the FMBA of Russia. Co-chairman of the working group "Public Health and Human Well-being" of the BRICS Civil Society Forum.
Спикеры:
● Shabana Mumtaz, Minister Plenipotentiary of Trade and Investment, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan;
● Zilya Valeeva, Chairman of the Regional branch of the Union of Women of Russia of the Republic of Tatarstan, NGO "Women of Tatarstan", Advisor to the Chairman of the National Council of the World Congress of Tatars;
● Gulzat Izbasarova, Chairman of the Association of Businesswomen of Kazakhstan. Entrepreneur in the field of retail, import of products and logistics services.;
● Anastasia Gorelkina, Chairman of the Board of Directors of HC Siberian Business Union Joint Stock Company. Member of the Board of Directors of Azot Joint Stock Company. Vice President of the Union of Women of Russia for Responsible Business and Corporate Personnel Policy;
● Ekaterina Kobyakova, Chairman of the Moscow Regional Branch of the Russian Women's Union. CEO of Erna Limited Liability Company, IT developer in the healthcare sector;
● Lin Zhaoxia, Chairman of the Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Manchuria;
● Irina Serbina, Chairman of the Omsk regional public organization "Center for Social Sphere Innovations". Head of the Omsk School of Social Entrepreneurship. "Ambassador of the Russian Women's Union."
N8. Technological Partnership: new opportunities for cooperation in the OIC countries (Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, "IT zone", 1st floor
N8. Technological Partnership: new opportunities for cooperation in the OIC countries (Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Tatarstan)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A2, "IT zone", 1st floor
Organizer: Ministry of Digitalization of Public Administration, Information Technologies and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Digital transformation, technological sovereignty, new logistics and finance — these concepts define the contours of the global economy today. For the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the moment is coming when technological partnership becomes not just an opportunity, but a necessary condition for maintaining competitiveness. "Tatarstan, which has one of the highest levels of digitalization among the regions of Russia, will host a strategic session dedicated to finding new growth points in technological cooperation in the OIC space.
The Ministry of Informatization and Communications of the Republic of Tatarstan gather key players of the international technology market on its site.
What are the main barriers (regulatory, linguistic, cultural, financial) for Russian IT companies to enter the markets of the UAE, Uzbekistan, and African countries? How can Russian fintech, edtech, medtech, and industrial software compete with Western and Asian players in the MENA markets?
What mechanisms of assistance and support (export accelerators, grants, insurance, diplomatic support) are most in demand by technology companies?
Moderator: August Geneses, Head of the Committee for the Development of Trade and Economic Cooperation in the MENA Region, Directorate for Trade and International Cooperation, General Director of the
Legal and Financial Russian Advisory Group on Foreign economic activity, certification, customs, tax support for Russian export enterprises in the MENA region, central office in the Emirate of Dubai, UAE (AG Partners Group, LLC).
Speakers:
● Nadezhda Surova, Member of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation for the Digital Economy, Director of the International Eurasian Industrial Fund;
● Alexey Shmuryev, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Mars Technologies Limited Liability Company;
● Muhammad Shahid Khan, CEO of Micronisus Systems Dubai UAE;
● Serge Focas Odunlami, Head of the Committee for Cooperation with African Countries of the Eurasian Business Association;
● Nugaev Timur, General Director of the Architectural Bureau nugaev, Head of the Committee on Architecture and Urban Planning (UAE);
● Maria Kosheleva, Head of the Committee for Technological Modernization and Efficiency Improvement of the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Directorate for the Development of the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Eurasian Business Association, Architect of industrial and financial growth systems, implementing modern models of corporate governance and digital transformation of production and financial processes. Co-founder, shareholder and Chief Financial Officer of the ICE-Effect group of innovative manufacturing companies;
● Maria Khmyleva, Chairman of the Management Board of the Bank of the Joint-Stock Company "Bank 131".
P7. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers FROM the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
P7. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers FROM the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
Organizer: Federal Center for Agricultural Export Development.
How can a short meeting with an importer from the UAE or Saudi Arabia be transformed into a long-term partnership during the Forum? To realize the significant export potential of the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tatarstan, a specialized International agro-industrial trade and procurement session for export-oriented companies of the agro-industrial complex of Russia will be organized within the framework of the Forum.
The key elements of the trade and procurement session will be the attraction and arrival of foreign buyers, as well as the holding of individual industry business meetings between Russian agricultural producers and potential foreign partners. This format will make it possible to establish direct business contacts in a short time, demonstrate the quality and competitive advantages of products, discuss supply conditions and conclude preliminary agreements, which will directly contribute to the diversification of export directions and stimulate the entry into new markets of both traditional and new types of products with high added value.
Participating country:
United Arab Emirates;
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
Sultanate of Oman;
The State of Qatar;
Kingdom of Bahrain;
The Republic of Azerbaijan;
Republic of Kazakhstan;
The Arab Republic of Egypt.
Regions of the Russian Federation:
The Republic of Tatarstan;
Ulyanovsk region;
Arkhangelsk region;
Republic of Mordovia;
Kirov region;
Vologda region;
Perm Region;
Orenburg region;
Tula region.
P8. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
P8. International trade session with the participation of foreign importers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center, Conference Hall "Investments, Infrastructure, Innovations", 1st floor Cluster C
Organizer: Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Tatarstan, Federal State Budgetary Institution Agroexport.
How can a short meeting with an importer from the UAE or Saudi Arabia be transformed into a long-term partnership during the Forum? To realize the significant export potential of the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tatarstan, a specialized International agro-industrial trade and procurement session for export- oriented companies of the agro-industrial complex of Russia will be organized within the framework of the Forum.
The key elements of the trade and procurement session will be the invitation and arrival of foreign buyers, as well as the holding of individual industry business meetings between Russian agricultural producers and potential foreign partners. This format will make it possible to establish direct business contacts in a short time, promote the quality and competitive advantages of products, discuss supply conditions and conclude preliminary agreements, which will directly contribute to the diversification of export directions and stimulate the entry into new markets of both traditional and new types of products with high added value.
Participatingcountries:
• United Arab Emirates;
• Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;
• Sultanate of Oman;
• The State of Qatar;
• Kingdom of Bahrain;
• The Republic of Azerbaijan;
• Republic of Kazakhstan;
• The Arab Republic of Egypt.
RegionsoftheRussianFederation:
• The Republic of Tatarstan;
• Ulyanovsk region;
• Arkhangelsk region;
• Republic of Mordovia;
• Kirov region;
• Vologda region;
• Perm Region;
• Orenburg region;
• Tula region.
Moderator:Saltanat Sibanbayeva, Head of the UNI-S Communication Group.
Speakers:
• Rustem Gaynullov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Tatarstan;
• Ilya Ilyushin, Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution Agroexport;
• Natalia Minaeva, Director of Regional Export Support Infrastructure Development at the Russian Export Center.
R8. Best Construction Management practices (NOTEKH)
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Sand Hall
R8. Best Construction Management practices (NOTEKH)
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Sand Hall
Organizer: The Association "National Association of Technical customers and other organizations in the field of construction and civil engineering" (Association "NOTECH").
Purpose of the event:
Discussion of the development vectors of the Institute of technical customer as a key element of the investment and construction project management system (ISP), as well as mechanisms for improving the quality and efficiency of ISP implementation based on best practices and digital solutions in construction.
The session is devoted to the role of the technical customer as a key element of the investment and construction project management system, ensuring transparent and predictable results and increasing the overall efficiency of project implementation through the introduction of uniform standards of work.
Industry experts review the current state and development prospects of the technical customer institute, its impact on the efficiency of the construction industry as a whole, discuss the main functions and tasks of the technical customer, existing problems in their work, delineation of areas of responsibility between construction participants, current judicial practice, digitalization of construction management, and also present proposals for the development of the technical customer services market.
Moderator: Alexey Nikitin, President of the NOTECH Association.
Speakers:
● Leonid Khotuntsev, General Director of the Strategic Development Company Limited Liability Company (provides assistance in project management, formation of technical specifications, vendor lists and interaction with contractors);
● Alexander Podkolzin, Senior Project Manager at INSPIRE (an engineering and consulting company specializing in construction project management in industry and related industries);
● Konstantin V. Egorov, Managing Partner of Stroykapital Law Firm (a law firm involved in the examination of draft laws in the field of arbitration and construction);
● Olga Tsyganova, Director of Development of the Limited Liability Company Digital Solutions in Construction (developer of a digital solution for digitalization of executive documentation);
● Alexander Titov, Technical Director of the Element Engineering Company (The company provides a range of engineering services in the field of construction and reconstruction of buildings and structures);
● Pliev Huseyin, CEO of SMART ENGINEERS Group (The company provides a range of services at all stages of the investment and construction project lifecycle, from initiation to commissioning).
S8. Build the Future: digital transformation of the construction industry (Ministry of Construction of Russia)
15 May,
13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
S8. Build the Future: digital transformation of the construction industry (Ministry of Construction of Russia)
15 May, 13:00–14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster A, Pavilion A3, 1st floor, Stone Hall
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation.
Purpose of the event:
The digital transformation of the construction industry is now impossible without artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence in construction, as elsewhere, is used to replace routine actions and obtain results in the field of analytics or real work.
The main challenges for the industry are the development of algorithms and data collection for the correct use of AI, as well as, of course, the training of personnel and the development of partnerships with the main "players" of the market to develop a single solution that can then be replicated further to other industries.
The session will discuss the practical results of implementing digital solutions in construction companies: from digital building doubles to automated security control systems on construction sites. The speakers present specific software products and platforms that already allow real-time construction management. We don't have a single information environment, but we have a general contractor and a subcontractor. The focus is on the measurable effects of digitalization: shortening deadlines, reducing errors, and optimizing project budgets.
Moderator: Anatoly Kurmanov, Chairman of the Expert Council of the Smart City Competence Center.
Speakers:
● Konstantin Mikhailik, Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation;
● Vadim Andropov, First Deputy Head of the FAA"Glavgosexpertiza";
● Yulia Kulikova, Deputy Head of the Moscow City Urban Planning Policy Department;
● Pavel Chasskikh, Deputy Chairman of ICK Stroitelstvo under the Ministry of Construction of the Russian Federation, Head of the Exon Group of Companies;
● Dmitry Trofimov, Managing Director of Sberbank's Corporate Business Development Department;
● Alexander Lukyanov, General Director of the Limited Liability Company DOM.RF Technologies;
● Muhammad Iyas bin Makhzan, Managing Director of UTNM Resources Sdn Bhd (a company specializing in digital modeling in construction), Secretary of the Malaysian BIM Organization, (Malaysia)
T8. Collective investments: Real estate Investment Fund as a driver of sustainable development of the construction complex (Russian Ministry of Construction)
15 May,
13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster А, Glass Hall, 2nd floor
T8. Collective investments: Real estate Investment Fund as a driver of sustainable development of the construction complex (Russian Ministry of Construction)
15 May, 13:00-14:30
Kazan Expo, Cluster А, Glass Hall, 2nd floor
Organizer: Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, Russian Academy of Architecture and Building Sciences
Purpose of the event:
To discuss the potential of using closed-end real estate mutual funds as a tool for attracting investment in the construction industry, as well as to develop practical solutions to expand their use for the sustainable development of development and infrastructure projects.
The session is devoted to discussing modern tools for attracting capital to the construction industry and the formation of sustainable financing models for development and infrastructure projects. The session will bring together representatives of government authorities, financial institutions, developers and management companies to share practical experience and develop solutions for scaling collective investment mechanisms in the construction industry.
Moderator: Evgeny Dekatov, Director of the Autonomous Non-profit Organization Center for Financial Research of the Republic of Bashkortostan
Speakers:
● Eldar Asadullaev, Director of Structural Finance, Public Joint Stock Company DOM.Russian Federation";
● Julia Sidskaya, Investment Director of Alias Group;
● Danil Popov, Director of Retail Funds, AB CAPITAL;
● Dmitry Khitrov, Marketing Specialist at PARUS Asset Management;
● Artem Serebrennikov, Director of Strategic Investments at Accent Capital Limited Liability Company.
Concert Performance: Song by African Students
15 May,
13:45-14:30
Cluster C
Concert Performance: Song by African Students
15 May, 13:45-14:30
Cluster C
Ceremonial announcement and award ceremony for the winners of the industry track of the VI All-Russian industry competition for managers "Leaders of the Construction Industry"
15 May,
14:30-15:00
Ceremonial announcement and award ceremony for the winners of the industry track of the VI All-Russian industry competition for managers "Leaders of the Construction Industry"
15 May, 14:30-15:00
PLENARY SESSION within the framework of the International economic forum «FROM POINTS ON THE MAP TO POINTS OF GROWTH: UNITING TECHNOLOGIGAL AND FINANCIAL INITIATIVES»
15 May,
15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, 1st floor, hall named after I. Shakirov
PLENARY SESSION within the framework of the International economic forum «FROM POINTS ON THE MAP TO POINTS OF GROWTH: UNITING TECHNOLOGIGAL AND FINANCIAL INITIATIVES»
15 May, 15:00–17:00
Kazan Expo, 1st floor, hall named after I. Shakirov
Moderator: Anisa Gordina, Head of Programs Department RT Arabic
Speakers:
1. Marat Khusnullin, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Chairman of the KazanForum Organizing Committee
2. Alexey Overchuk, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation
3. Rustam Minnikhanov, Chairman of the Strategic Vision Group “Russia – Islamic World”, Rais of the Republic of Tatarstan
4. H.E. Ambassador Yousef Al Dobeay, Assistant Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation for Political Affairs
5. Qohir Rasulzoda, Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan
6. Daniyar Amangeldiev, First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic
7. Jamshid Khodjaev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan
8. Shahin Mustafayev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan
9. Khaled Hashem, Minister of Industry of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Gala dinner for participants of the XVII International Economic Forum "Russia – the Islamic World: KazanForum". Presentation of International awards "Halal Business Woman" and "Halal Charity Woman"
15 May,
18:30-20:30
Gala dinner for participants of the XVII International Economic Forum "Russia – the Islamic World: KazanForum". Presentation of International awards "Halal Business Woman" and "Halal Charity Woman"
15 May, 18:30-20:30
Halal Charity Woman Award
It is an award that recognizes and recognizes women who have made significant contributions to the field of charity and helping those in need within the framework of halal principles. This award is designed to highlight the role of women philanthropists, activists and leaders in the field of charity and social responsibility. The Halal Charity Woman Award is given to women who show outstanding qualities of humanity, compassion, empathy and are ready to provide help and support to those who need it.
Halal Business Woman Award
It is an award that recognizes and celebrates the achievements and contributions of women in the development of the halal business and the halal food industry. The award is given to women who show outstanding abilities, entrepreneurial spirit, innovative approaches to business and the desire to create high-quality halal products and services.
XVI All-Russian Forum of Tatar Religious Figures"National identity and Religion"
16 May,
09:00-11:30
IEC "Kazan Expo"
XVI All-Russian Forum of Tatar Religious Figures"National identity and Religion"
16 May, 09:00-11:30
IEC "Kazan Expo"
Organizer: The World Congress of Tatars.
The grand opening and plenary session with the participation of Rustam Minnikhanov, President of the Republic of Tatarstan, will be the central event of the business program.
The participants of the plenary session will discuss the strategic priorities for the development of the halal industry, the preservation of spiritual heritage, and the strengthening of traditional family values in the modern world.
After the plenary session, the event will continue at five specialized platforms, each focusing on relevant issues related to the preservation of identity, economic development, and spiritual enlightenment.
1. The current state of the Halal industry;
2. Religious and national education in mosques and madrasas;
3. Old Tatar script: modern methods of study and teaching;
4. The study and promotion of spiritual heritage in religious organizations and educational institutions;
The role of Tatar women in preserving religion, national culture, the native language, and family values.
UNESCO World Heritage Site Tours: Kazan City Tour with a Visit to the Kazan Kremlin and the Island City of Sviyazhsk
16 May,
09:30-15:00
UNESCO World Heritage Site Tours: Kazan City Tour with a Visit to the Kazan Kremlin and the Island City of Sviyazhsk
16 May, 09:30-15:00
2nd Meeting of the Intergovernmental Russian-Malian Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation
16 May,
11:00-12:30
Kazan City Hall
2nd Meeting of the Intergovernmental Russian-Malian Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation
16 May, 11:00-12:30
Kazan City Hall
Access to the event is restricted (according to protocol lists).
The Russian—Malian Commission is a key event in the development of bilateral relations between Russia and the Republic of Mali. The Commission was established in June 2025 during the visit of the President of the transitional period of Mali Assimi Goita to Moscow, and the first meeting was held in July 2025 in Bamako.
The meeting is being held within the framework of the International Economic Forum "Russia – the Islamic World: KazanForum" and is designed to translate political agreements into specific projects and contracts.
At the meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission, it is planned to discuss strategic areas of cooperation, including energy, mining, industry, agriculture, logistics development, healthcare, education and science.
The meeting is attended by representatives of relevant ministries and departments of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Mali, as well as business representatives interested in implementing bilateral projects.
Co-Chairman from the Russian side: Sergey Tsivilev, Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation
Co-Chair from the Malian side: Alousseni Sanou, Minister of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Mali.
Horse racing “Business on horse” & Jockey’s Championship
16 May,
18:00-21:00
Kazan Hippodrome
Horse racing “Business on horse” & Jockey’s Championship
16 May, 18:00-21:00
Kazan Hippodrome
Horse Racing is a bright and eventful evening of equestrian sports and culture. The program of the event includes the Jockeys' Championship, spectacular horse racing and running, where athletes promote skill and speed. In between races, the audience is amazed by the demonstration performances on "Troika", "dzhigitovka" and "Cotillion", as well as horse races among Tatar horses and other impressive performances.
During the event, there are concert programme, exhibitions and photozones for the visitors.
Terms of participation:159
For the audience-open access to the stands
Excursion to the ancient city of Bulgarians. Festive events dedicated to the day of the adoption of Islam by Volga Bulgaria"Izge Bulgarians zhyeny"
17 May,
08:00-18:00
Excursion to the ancient city of Bulgarians. Festive events dedicated to the day of the adoption of Islam by Volga Bulgaria"Izge Bulgarians zhyeny"
17 May, 08:00-18:00
The tour departs from the Korston Hotel (1A N.1OVA St.).
Visit to the Bulgarian Historical and Architectural Museum- Reserve–Bulgarian Hillfort. Visit all the sites of the ancient settlement: the Cathedral Mosque, the Eastern and Northern Mausoleums, the Khan's Tomb, the Small Minaret, the Black Chamber, the White Chamber, the Khan's bathhouse, the Khan's Palace. Visit the Memorial sign, built in honor of the official adoption of Islam by the Volga Bulgars in 922, where the largest Window to the world is kept. Visit to one of the most significant buildings, the heritage of Tatarstan – Ak Mosque (White Mosque).
The deadline for submitting applications for participation in the tour is set before 15:00 on May 16.