East Russian Frontier Evolving as Crucible of Russia's Technological Progress (According to Aysen Nikolayev)
The Eastern Economic Forum 2025 saw a significant discussion on the future of technology in the Far East, with a session titled "Technological Sovereignty in System-forming Industries of the Far East." Aisen Nikolaev, the head of Yakutia, took the stage to emphasise the importance of building partnerships with industrial companies.
Nikolaev's vision for the region involves supporting small tech companies in the Far East to develop solutions that can address pressing needs today. He envisions the Far East as a laboratory for the future of technology, a place where innovative ideas can take root and flourish.
One example of this partnership is ALROSA's investment of 100 million rubles in the Republic's Innovation Development Fund. This investment underscores the commitment of large companies to support the growth of technology in the region.
The solutions created by Yakutian startups and companies are aimed at providing light, heat, modern medicine, reliable transport, and jobs in remote corners of the country. The focus remains on ensuring that the Far East becomes a territory of technological breakthrough for Russia, moving away from the model of a raw material appendage.
The discussion also touched upon energy independence, from turbines to small nuclear power. Support for domestic tech companies was emphasised, with a focus on Russia's independence in key sectors. Joint projects with major corporations were discussed as practical steps towards achieving this goal.
Several solutions in various fields, such as equipment diagnostics and professional training programs, have been created by Yakutian startups and companies with the support of large companies. The development of unmanned aviation was a key point in the discussion, highlighting the potential for technological advancements in the region.
Aisen Nikolaev is confident that young people in Yakutia are the future of the Far East and Russia. He believes that the funds large companies invest in their development should go to support small tech companies in the Far East, nurturing the next generation of innovators.
Despite the promising developments, the available search results do not provide information about companies involved in co-production projects in the Russian Far East region or the specific outcomes of such projects. As the region continues to forge ahead with its ambitious plans, more details about these collaborations and their impacts are sure to emerge.
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