Kazan, May 15, 2025 — The International Association for Territorial Development (IATD) will organize a high-profile session titled “International Experience in Territorial Development: Government, Business, and Investments” as part of the XVI International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World: Kazan Forum 2025”. The event will take place on May 15, 2025, at the International Property Market (IPM) venue in Kazan Expo, Russia.
Key Focus Areas
- Government’s role in fostering investment-friendly policies
- Public-private partnerships (PPP) for infrastructure and social projects
- Sustainable urban development with case studies from Eurasia and the Middle East
- Cross-border investment mechanisms and regulatory harmonization
Confirmed Speakers (50% international participation)
- Russia:
- Maria Sinichich, Director of Territorial Development, Russian Ministry of Construction
- Artem Zdunov, Head of the Republic of Mordovia (on investment potential)
- Uzbekistan:
- Sherzod Hidoyatov, Minister of Construction (pending confirmation)
- Kyrgyzstan:
- Azamat Kadyrov, Deputy Mayor of Bishkek
- Turkey:
- Tamer Inan, Deputy Director of Turkish Cadastre
- Saudi Arabia:
- Turki Nasser Alomir, Managing Director of Debsa
- Egypt:
- Mohamed Talaat, CEO of M.T Architects
- India:
- Saptrishi Mascarenhas, Director of Arabia Talent
Session Highlights
- Signing of key agreements:
- IATD ↔ Russian Ministry of Construction
- IATD ↔ Turkish Cadastre Service
- IATD ↔ Bishkek Municipality (potential additional agreement)
- Panel discussions:
- Nuclear energy’s role in regional development — Natalia Pimenova, ROSATOM
- ESG-compliant urban planning — Alexander Shatirov, Investment Fund of Kazakhstan
Practical Outcomes
- Launch of a joint database for investment-ready territories
- Announcement of educational programs on smart city technologies
Event Details
- Time: 10:00–11:30 (GMT +3)
- Languages: English, Turkish, Arabic (simultaneous translation)
- Registration: Open for IATD members and forum participants at the [Kazan Forum website]
Quote from IATD Vice Chairman Alexander Gay
“This session is a unique platform to align strategies between governments, businesses, and investors. We aim to turn dialogue into actionable projects.”
Media Contact
Almaz Arslanov
IATD International Relations Director
Email: arslanov@iatd.world