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Mordovia has become a participant in the International Tourism Forum "Travel!"
The Republic of Mordovia actively participates in the V International Tourism Forum "Travel!", which takes place at the capital's VDNH from June 10 to 15. The Forum has become a platform for international communication, where representatives of government authorities, the tourism business and experts discuss current issues of state policy and the investment climate in the tourism sector.
Mordovia is third in the country in terms of the growth of SMEs producing children's goods
There has been a significant increase in small and medium-sized businesses engaged in production of children's goods in Mordovia over the past three years. Thanks to the support of the national project "Efficient and Competitive Economy", their number has more than doubled, reaching 33 enterprises. The increase by the end of the first quarter of 2025 was 120%. There are over 14,500 such small and medium-sized businesses throughout Russia. Over the past three years, the number of companies has increased by almost 10%.
Mordovia attracts investors with the help of digital tools
Mordovia is actively developing digital services for businesses and investors. One of the key tools is the Investment Map of the region. Among many other functions, it helps investors quickly find suitable sites for launching new investment projects and expanding existing ones. Today, over 16,600 objects are represented in the map database. They are organized into 66 layers, of which 43 are open to the public. Among them are vacant land plots, territories with preferences, infrastructure and commercial real estate facilities, as well as places for recreation and tourism.
Awards were presented to the best entrepreneurs of the year in Mordovia
The Day of Russian Entrepreneurship was celebrated in the capital of Mordovia. The event included an exhibition of the self-employed, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. The partners of the holiday, including Mordovia Development Corporation, advised the guests on issues of interest. Business games were held for children and adults. Traditionally, as part of the holiday, the results of the "Entrepreneur of the Republic of Mordovia" competition for 2024 were summed up. “Over Pharma” LLC (CEO Irina Burdinova) from Ruzaevka was recognized as the best entrepreneur in the region. In the nomination "Entrepreneurship in the field of production", LLC "Mordovian cider" from the Ardatov district became the winner. And the jury members named "Home-smoked" from Saransk as the best regional brand.
The III Annual Land Forum "Mastor" was held in Mordovia
The III Annual Land Forum "Mastor" has ended in the capital of Mordovia. It has become one of the key events in the land and property sphere. The event was attended by representatives of more than 50 regions of Russia and five foreign countries: the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Belarus, Tajikistan, Turkey and the Republic of South Africa. Business program of the forum included issues of effective management of state property, optimization of cadastral registration and registration of property rights, implementation of investment projects in the field of real estate, infrastructure development and improvement of the quality of life of the population. This year's plenary session was devoted to the theme "Ensuring sustainable technological development. Modernization of services for the benefit of people and the economy."
The Republic of Mordovia has officially joined the implementation of the regional standard for the development of creative industries. The relevant document was signed by the Head of the republic Artyom Zdunov and the Director General of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI) Svetlana Chupsheva. Creative industries are a socio-economic and socio-cultural trend of recent years. "The creative industries are what we will live with, what our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will live with," said Artyom Zdunov. - "Robotization in industry and artificial intelligence lead to the release of people in the economy, but they are in demand in the creative industries. This is the future!" Svetlana Chupsheva noted that Mordovia, with its unique cultural heritage and powerful creative potential, is able to bring the creative economy to a new level and multiply its contribution to the regional budget.
Mordovian brands: from traditions to geographical indications
To date, 6 geographical indications (GI) have been registered in the Republic of Mordovia, confirming the uniqueness of local products. However, work in this direction continues in the region, and a number of well-known regional brands are still awaiting official recognition. One of these brands is “Mordovian Vodka”. This brand has gained recognition far beyond the region. "Mordovian vodka" has long been a popular souvenir that tourists take away from Mordovia.
Artyom Zdunov met with Director General of ASI Svetlana Chupsheva
On May 29, the Head of Mordovia, Artyom Zdunov, held a working meeting with Svetlana Chupsheva, Director General of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives for Promoting New Projects, who came to Mordovia on a working visit. It should be recalled that a cooperation agreement has been in force between the region and the Agency for Strategic Initiatives since 2022. Cooperation is conducted in many areas. Artyom Zdunov thanked Svetlana Chupsheva for her comprehensive support. "Thank you for your visit and for your attention to the republic," said the Head of Mordovia. "We work in the entire orbit of the Agency for Strategic Initiatives, starting with the National Investment Climate Rating and the Quality of Life Rating."
The Annual Land Forum "Mastor" has started in the Republic of Mordovia
On May 29, the annual land forum "Mastor" began its work in Saransk. The event is attended by representatives of more than 50 regions of Russia and 5 foreign countries: the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Belarus, Tajikistan, Turkey and South Africa. One of the forum's partners is Mordovia Development Corporation. The regional development institute has been providing support for this event for the third year in a row. According to the company, "Mastor" is considered as an important strategic tool for strengthening the region's reputation and searching for new points of economic growth.
New production of frozen semi-finished products to be launched in Mordovia
A new production facility will be launched in Mordovia. As part of the development of the Ruzaevsky investment cluster, the “Talina Group” of companies plans to open a factory for the production of frozen semi-finished products. This will create 600 new jobs in the republic. Investments in construction and equipment will amount to about 3 billion rubles. Today, a dumpling production line with a capacity of 4 tons of finished products per hour has already been launched at the production site in a test mode. The commissioning works are being completed. In addition, it is planned to produce pancakes (up to 11,000 pieces per hour) and chebureks (up to 1,800 kg per hour).
On May 27 and 28, the forum “Russia and the World: Trends in Healthy Longevity” is being held at the site of the Government House of the Moscow Region. The main focus of the event is the formation of a healthy society through the prism of public policy, academic medicine and technological sovereignty. The participants will discuss the introduction of modern health-saving technologies, the role of regions in the development of preventive medicine, the influence of culture on the popularization of healthy lifestyle, as well as issues of family policy, support for the domestic pharmaceutical and medical industries.
Fatima Gatieva, Advisor to the General Director of Mordovia Development Corporation, took part in the “ARTPROM” International Festival of Creative Industries. The event was held in Samara region from May 21 to May 23. During the festival, participants discussed the prospects for cooperation between creative industries and industry for sustainable development of the economy. Special attention was paid to new technologies in art and culture, as well as opportunities for interregional cooperation.