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PREPARE Project celebrated its kick-off last week in Murcia counting with the participation of all partners representing Bucharest Ilfov (Romania), Murcia (Spain), Skåne (Sweden), Oulu (Finland) PREPARE is a 1-year #HorizonEurope project aimed at setting a foundation for innovation procurement processes that will have a regional impact. Action plans will be developed taking regional frameworks into account to increase growth and competitiveness. By involving stakeholders in the #HorizonEurope project, we aim to explore the state of innovation procurement and develop innovation policy instruments with a demand-driven approach to promote the adoption of the results, as well as policymakers' sustainable commitments.  Follow us on #ImpactfulInnovation approaches. #Innovation #PREPAREproject #InnovationProcurement European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) Ticbiomed · Instituto de Fomento de la Región de Murcia · Innovation Skåne · Region Skåne · ROHEALTH - The Health and Bioeconomy Cluster · Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Development Agency / Agenția pentru Dezvoltare Regională București-Ilfov · Pohjois-Pohjanmaan liitto – Council of Oulu Region · Oulun kaupunki - City of Oulu

🌟 Reflecting on a compelling chronicle by our colleague, Anniken Hofgaard published in Dagens Næringsliv yesterday! Her analysis highlights key areas where Norway can enhance its innovation landscape: 🚀Capital Access: Norway trails behind Sweden in mobilizing risk capital for globally competitive companies. 📊Funding Bias: Innovation Norway shows a strong preference for regional districts over major innovation hubs like Oslo in its funding allocation. 🐟Established Industries: A significant portion of funding is allocated to well-established coastal industries, limiting the support for emerging technologies with international scope. ⚖️Policy Conflicts: The dual mandate of Innovation Norway to support both innovation and regional development leads to conflicting priorities, potentially stifling high-impact innovations. We root for Anniken stepping more out of her comfort zone to provide more insights like this🤩 ⬇️Find a link to the article below

During the recent Klaipėda Region Development Conference, hosted by the Klaipėda Chamber of Commerce presentations highlighted strategic paths to accelerate Lithuania’s and Klaipeda's economic growth. The discussions emphasized the importance of bridging productivity gaps and driving regional development, with a focus on the Klaipėda region. 1️⃣ High-Tech Sector Breakthrough: Boost innovation by attracting skilled talent and increasing investment in tech industries. 2️⃣ Advanced Manufacturing Investments: Drive regional growth by promoting high-value manufacturing projects. 3️⃣ Industrial Transformation: Upgrade existing industries to enhance productivity and efficiency. 4️⃣ Green Advantage: Build a sustainable competitive edge by leveraging green technologies. The Klaipėda region, with its strategic location and vibrant business environment, plays a crucial role in these ambitious plans. By focusing on innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, we can foster inclusive growth and create new opportunities for businesses and communities across the region. Klaipėdos prekybos, pramonės ir amatų rūmai (Klaipėda Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts) #KlaipėdaRegion #LithuaniaEconomy #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #GreenEconomy #RegionalDevelopment #KlaipėdaChamberOfCommerce

Polish products are conquering the Belgian market – seminar “Belgium Unveiled” Last week, a unique event took place – the “Belgium Unveiled” seminar, organized jointly by the Business Center Club Warsaw and the Flanders Investment & Trade office in Warsaw. It was an excellent meeting connecting the experiences of Polish and Belgian experts, full of inspiring stories and business perspectives. Our colleague Sabina Sujew, export manager for the BeNeLux markets, along with distinguished guests, including His Excellency Rik Van Droogenbroeck, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium in Poland and Lithuania, Kris Put, Flemish Economic and Trade Representative for Poland and Ukraine, Ben Greeven, President of the Belgian Chamber of Commerce, and Arkadiusz Buczynskiński, General Manager of Puratos, presented Belgium as a country open to investment and international cooperation. The entire event was smoothly moderated by Anna Pyrcak. One of the most touching moments of the seminar was Sabina Sujew’s personal story. Although she is from Belgium, her FAKRO professional journey, which began twenty years ago, has bridged two worlds – Poland and Belgium. She shared her first steps in the construction industry, which shaped her career and allowed her to gain a unique perspective on cooperation between these countries. “FAKRO, present in the Belgian market for 25 years, is an excellent example of fruitful international cooperation. Our partnership with the company Albintra, lasting for a quarter of a century, is growing dynamically and providing inspiration for further actions. Belgium is a market with enormous potential – the diverse mentality, along with linguistic and cultural richness, create excellent conditions for implementing innovative and sustainable construction solutions. With great satisfaction and pride, I represented FAKRO during the ‘Belgium Unveiled’ seminar. This event showed that borders are just lines on a map, and true successes are born where people combine their talents and visions,” comments Sabina Sujew.   In the photo you can see (starting from the left): Ben Greeven, Arkadiusz Buczynski, Anna Pyrcak, Eliza Dabrowska, Sabina Sujew, Rik Van Droogenbroeck, Kris Put #FAKRO #polishproducts #belgium #internationalcooperation #businessseminar #belexperts #fakro #albintra #constructionindustry #innovation #sustainabledevelopment #belgiummarket #export #polandbelgium #talentandvision #businessperspectives

Helsingin seudun kauppakamari - Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce Growth without borders-international talent as a key to global success panel discussion Connecting with international talent 4 Mikro- ja yksinyrittäjät ry

Helsinki-Tallinn development / Finland-Estonia workshop / Soome-Eesti mõttekoda / What do Helsinki and Tallinn have together? What kind of cooperation is done and what is planned? #sceneve Hannele Valkeeniemi Kalle Killar

📝 A long overdue post! 🇨🇳 Before setting off on our second #BITLASI International Ecosystem trip to #Shanghai, we were reminded to approach the experience with “open eyes, open hearts, and open minds.” 🌏 This advice proved invaluable as we learned to strip away Western assumptions, stereotypes, and even our usual approach to business. The purpose of this journey was to explore the interplay between Western and Eastern cultures, dive deep into Chinese traditions, understand the intricacies of doing business in Asia, and uncover the latest trends shaping the region’s markets. 🚀 We had the privilege of learning from inspiring leaders, including Bob Ching, co-founder of Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in China, David San Roman, founder of ANKEN Group, José Antonio Morente Pérez, former Asia Pacific Managing Director of Suavinex and founder of 2open, and Oscar Olguin** at Dentons. Additionally, our visit to the #CantonFair, the world’s largest import and export expo, offered a hands-on experience with logistics, supply chain management, and international trade negotiations. 🚢 The time in China left me with several key takeaways: 📌 1. Challenge what you know: Western liberal values aren't the only narrative, and propaganda exists everywhere. It's crucial to question what we've been taught and remain open to alternative perspectives. 🔄 2. Long-term thinking over short-term gain: While Western politics often emphasize short-term results, continuously shifting political agendas might do more harm than good, especially in a globally interconnected world. 📈 3. Opportunities are everywhere: Business opportunities are abundant when you're willing to listen, pay attention, and remain open to different ways of thinking. Success in unfamiliar markets demands adaptability and cultural sensitivity. 💡 A heartfelt thank you to Anxiang Yin, Markel Gibert Gutierrez, Amaia G., Mònica Casabayó, PhD Casabayo, my classmates, and the wonderful people of Shanghai for making this experience truly special. This city has left a lasting impact on me, and I know I’ll be back. ❤️

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The Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou Science and Technology cluster has secured the #2 spot globally in the World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO Global Innovation Index 2024 for the fifth consecutive year! This recognition highlights the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's (GBA) critical role in driving global innovation. The GBA is not just a regional powerhouse, it's a key player in the world’s science and technology landscape. Hong Kong remains committed to enhancing its I&T ecosystem by strengthening basic research, accelerating R&D commercialization, and fostering collaboration across the GBA. The territory is building a globally competitive industry chain that supports China's high-level self-reliance in science and technology. Image by: Brand Hong Kong #HongKong #GreaterBayArea #GBA #Science #Innovation #Technology #WIPO2024