The Vitebsk region brought back a substantial portfolio of joint projects with Russian partners from the International Industrial Exhibition "INNOPROM. Belarus". This includes both ongoing and nascent projects. The dialogue was lively, with meetings following one after another.

During their two-day visit to Minsk, a representative delegation from the northern region, led by the Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee, Alexander Subbotin, held a series of constructive meetings. The objective was to strengthen interregional and international cooperation, establish new cooperative chains, and outline joint projects.

Leading enterprises of the region presented their best developments at the international venue. Among them were OJSC "Naftan", "Polotsk-Steklotkan", "Krasny Borеts", "VISTAN", LLC "PO "

– There are many prospects for our further cooperation in all areas, from science and education to heavy industry. It is gratifying to note that life itself suggests projects. Several projects have already emerged between our two meetings in Nizhny Novgorod and Minsk – this includes the creation of a joint portal crane plant and scientific projects, – said Alexander Subbotin.

The interaction of enterprises has naturally developed on an international platform, he added. The heads of regions only need to strengthen it and provide enterprises with opportunities to get acquainted with each other.

– We have very warm, friendly, and working relationships with Vitebsk Oblast, – noted Alexey Russkikh. – In the spring of this year, a delegation from Vitebsk Oblast visited a number of industrial enterprises in Ulyanovsk Oblast. As a result, several agreements were reached regarding the supply of products from the aviation industry of Vitebsk Oblast to our enterprises. Our Ulyanovsk Instrument Design Bureau, which produces avionics for aircraft, is closely cooperating with OJSC "Izmeritel". Ulyanovsk Automobile and Mechanical Plants have held a series of negotiations with suppliers from the northern region of Belarus. I am confident that fruitful cooperation will also be established here.

Alexey Russkikh invited Alexander Subbotin to visit his region. He also announced plans to organize a business mission of Ulyanovsk enterprises to Vitebsk Oblast.

On the sidelines of "INNOPROM. Belarus," Vitebsk Oblast and Smolensk Oblast signed a cooperation agreement on the creation of a trade and exhibition center for Belarusian manufacturers in the Russian region. The implementation of the project will contribute to the development and deepening of trade and economic ties, in particular, the expansion of sales markets and support for local manufacturers. In addition, the establishment of a trading house will create new jobs.

According to Governor Vasily Anokhin, the Smolensk region is interested in developing cooperation with the Vitebsk region in the fields of industry and trade. Joint events for experience exchange and investment attraction have been planned.

Enterprises of the Vitebsk region returned from Minsk with a solid package of developments and agreements, and concluded new contracts with Russian colleagues. In particular, OJSC "Naftan" signed a memorandum with OOO "Polyplast Novomoskovsk", which provides for the development of cooperation in the field of raw material supply and the production of import-substituting products.

The "Energokomplekt" production association offered Russian partners innovations in the field of cable products.

– "Energokomplekt" PO maintains its reputation as a reliable supplier, whose product quality is highly valued by end consumers. The product range exceeds 200 thousand types and sizes. In recent years, the company has mastered the production of: power and control cables for use in electrical installations in explosive environments, cables for submersible electric pump units for oil production, mining cables, and water-cooled cables.

– Participation in international exhibitions such as "INNOPROM. Belarus" is important for the enterprise, as it not only allows presenting its new developments but also strengthening cooperation with existing partners and finding new ones, – noted at the enterprise.

The Novopolotsk plant of technological metal structures also focused on innovative products, presenting welded grating.

– The practical results of participation in exhibitions are visible in the longer term. "INNOPROM" was active, lively, attracted a large audience, and interested potential partners from different countries. This is a valuable experience of communication with industry colleagues, thanks to which the enterprise has gained many new contacts. We hope that these business connections will subsequently