Room 2
Panel discussion: “Entering foreign markets: how are rapidly growing technology companies currently securing funding for their key development priorities?”

Today, rapidly growing technology companies are facing a number of challenges to their accelerated development. These include competition for talent with international corporations, the necessity of creating world-class competitive products, and their subsequent entry into BRICS+ markets.

Overcoming the aforementioned barriers is possible only with comprehensive access to external financing provided by companies contributing to technological sovereignty. At the same time, in 2024–2025, the capital market underwent significant structural changes for rapidly growing technology companies. For example, according to a survey by the National Champions Association, 51% of its members are considering raising private equity investments within the next three years, while only 6% are looking to obtain debt financing.

This area, in turn, raises a number of critical questions, including:

1. How can a smooth flow of capital be ensured from bank deposits and investment real estate towards rapidly growing technology companies?
2. How can the competitiveness of Russian innovative products be ensured in the markets of friendly countries with international Fortune 500 corporations having access to cheaper financing?
3. How can funding be secured for establishing production facilities in countries that are friendly to Russia?  
4. How does an IPO currently impact a company's attractiveness for young talent? And how are long-term employee incentive schemes, linked to the public listing, implemented in practice?
5. How can financial risks be managed in the context of delayed payments from customers and reductions in government funding programmes?
6. How can a seamless transition from public funding to market-based financing sources be ensured?

Room 4
Expert session of the interagency Coordination council for the development of domestic pharmaceutical innovation: Implementing the technological sovereignty project “fully integrated development of domestic pharmaceutical innovations on proprietary lines for the period up to 2030–2036”

A targeted expert session on formulating the goals and objectives of the technological sovereignty project in innovative pharmaceuticals implemented by Innopraktika (Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation “Innovative Engineering Centre”), and on promoting the solutions of the Interagency Coordination Council for the development of domestic pharmaceutical innovation  or 2026 and plans for 2027–2030.

The agenda includes a presentation of the key provisions of the technology leadership project and a discussion of the results achieved by the working groups of the Interagency Coordination Council, including approaches to prioritizing research and development areas through early horizon scanning of global pharmaceutical innovations, as well as forming a package of non-financial and financial support measures to launch a new innovation cycle for domestic original drug development.

A special focus will be on the presentation of solutions by the Interagency Coordination Council (with participation of ministry representatives and Council members) for 2026 and plans for 2027–2030, documenting the adopted decisions and outlining the conditions for their implementation to achieve pharmaceutical security and technological leadership, targeting both national and international pharmaceutical markets.

Room 1
Expert session: “Synergy for Space: New models of interaction between Russian business, government and BRICS+ countries”

The space industry of the modern world is not just a symbol of the technological superiority; it is also the key driver of the economic and strategical development. The global space race gains momentum, and Russia faces the important task to take a worthy place in this process by enhancing its cooperation with its BRICS+ partners to strengthen international positions. However, the most important issue today is how to solve the today’s challenges of the industry, from development of satellite constellations and exploration of Moon to creation of breakthrough technologies and lowering the entry level to the space industry, in the most efficient way.

Within the session, the experts will discuss the opportunity to engage Russian fast-growing technological companies in solving the issues of Russian cosmonautics. Traditionally, the outer space is perceived just as the state-owned industry. However, the global experience, including the success of SpaceX and Chinese private companies, shows that the private business is able to become a powerful development catalyser.

Panellists will determine the steps needed for the business and the government to accelerate the rate of the industry’s development. What tools are needed to expand the partnership with the BRICS+ countries in the space industry? What models for creation of space cooperative systems are most relevant for Russia, and how can we introduce them?

Room 1
Panel discussion: “National champions in BRICS+ countries: synergy of technology and investment”

Today, the formation of technological alliances among BRICS+ countries is enabling the effective implementation of projects in high-speed transport corridors, ensuring food security, and quality healthcare. At the forefront of this effort in Russia are digital ecosystems, major state corporations, and national champions - companies operating across a diverse range of high-tech sectors, from marine engineering to unmanned aerial systems.

In this context, the recent experience of Russia's national innovation system provides a telling example for other BRICS+ countries, having confronted unprecedented cyber-attacks and the shutdown of critical technological solutions. The transfer of best practices and the establishment of joint ventures in key high-tech sectors are forging robust bridges for dialogue on equal terms with partners from friendly nations.

In this regard, it is important for Russia to establish a trusted presence abroad by developing integrated projects that combine investment in joint R&D, the organization of academic exchange, the mutual promotion of shared cultural affinities, and the implementation of joint media projects.

From drone light shows to products of the domestic light industry: how is the experience economy generating significant investment projects within the BRICS+ countries? The support infrastructure of the National Champions Association and Innopraktika abroad: Why is it essential for Russian high-tech businesses to join forces in order to access international markets? Establishing laboratories of National Champion companies at universities in BRICS+ countries: What does the path from the student bench to international tech projects look like today?

Room 3
Expert session: “The quantum challenge: ensuring security and business continuity in the new digital era”

The global quantum technology race is generating new opportunities for international cooperation in science and business, while simultaneously introducing profound security challenges to the global economic landscape. Worldwide development of quantum computing is accelerating dramatically, fueled by growing investments from both public and private sectors. Quantum computers enable solutions to computational challenges in new materials pharmacology, and optimization - solving problems that remain intractable for classical computing systems. Simultaneously, their emergence poses significant risks to information security, as quantum computers could potentially compromise widely used asymmetric encryption algorithms. These algorithms form the foundation of digital signatures, encrypted key exchange, and other critical security processes.

According to international expert assessments, quantum computers capable of executing such threats could emerge as early as 2030-2035. Leading nations worldwide now recognize the risk of cryptographic system compromise - known as quantum risk - and are actively developing mitigation strategies, thereby shaping a new architecture for global technological security.

Russian companies must likewise incorporate this risk into their business continuity strategies. Notably, Russia is already developing quantum-resistant communication infrastructure designed to withstand potential attacks using quantum computing.

This session focuses on developing measures to establish "quantum immunity" for the Russian economy and defining the role of Russian companies and scientific organizations within the global quantum technology ecosystem. Participants will discuss methods for assessing the likelihood and implications of quantum risk implementation, examine the countries nations and corporations to counter it, and outline practical steps Russian companies should take to develop quantum immunity and ensure operational resilience in the face of emerging digital threats.

How can a company assess the likelihood and potential impact of quantum risk on its operations, drawing on international experience? How to integrate quantum risk into business continuity and recovery strategies in the context of global information security threats? What Russian technological solutions, including quantum communications, are currently available to mitigate quantum risks and enhance global competitiveness? How can the economic effects of introducing quantum communications be calculated in the context of business continuity?