3rd International Technology Congress in Russia to Boost Global Tech Cooperation, Economic Development
Moscow, July 8
The 3rd International Technology Congress and the exhibition "TECHNOLOGIES" will be held from September 8 to 10 at the Patriot Exhibition Centre in the Moscow Region, bringing together global policymakers, industry leaders and technology experts to explore new avenues for international technological and economic cooperation, as reported by TV BRICS.
The event is expected to attract more than 5,000 delegates from over 40 countries, while over 300 organisations will showcase cutting-edge innovations across a wide range of technology sectors.
According to TV BRICS, the congress will serve as a platform for discussions on the adoption of advanced and knowledge-intensive technologies aimed at strengthening industrial growth, supporting national development projects and expanding access to international markets.
Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov said the congress would provide an opportunity to bring together industry associations from Russia and partner countries to develop coordinated approaches to technological development and industrial modernisation. He noted that the cross-sectoral format would help identify comprehensive solutions while creating fresh opportunities for international collaboration.
The plenary and strategic sessions will focus on issues such as technological sovereignty, sectoral coordination, labour productivity, open architectures and open-source software, highlighting their role in enhancing global cooperation and technology exports.
The accompanying "TECHNOLOGIES" exhibition will feature dedicated clusters covering artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, intelligent control technologies, industrial software, robotics, computing and data storage, telecommunications, aerospace, satellite manufacturing, space technologies, consumer technologies and video game development.
A special SPACETECH cluster will present the latest advancements in space technologies and services, while the 2nd Inter-Industry Forum on Data Center Infrastructure will discuss scientific and technical policies, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity and the development of modern data centres.
Another major event, the ICS Forum on Unmanned Systems, Robotics and Intelligent Control Systems, will bring together developers, manufacturers and end users from sectors including agriculture, healthcare, construction and energy to discuss regulation, industrial design and export opportunities.
The congress will also showcase Russian technological solutions aimed at replacing foreign digital products and encourage cross-sector technology transfer. ITC-2026 forms part of Russia's Decade of Science and Technology (2022-2031) and is supported under the framework of the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies under the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO).
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, some concrete collaboration beyond just talk. For India, this could open doors for our startups in AI and robotics. But I hope we're not just sending delegates for photo ops – we need real technology transfer and joint ventures. The SPACETECH cluster sounds particularly interesting given ISRO's recent achievements.
Interesting to see Russia pushing this agenda despite all the geopolitical tensions. From a tech perspective, the focus on open-source software and industrial modernization could be beneficial for many developing economies. The cross-sector format seems well thought out.
As someone working in industrial automation, this congress could be a goldmine for networking. The unmanned systems and robotics forum is exactly what India needs for our 'Make in India' push. But I'm cautious about over-dependence on any single country – we should diversify tech partnerships. Still, kudos to Russia for organizing this!
Impressive scale – 5,000 delegates from 40+ countries! The focus on replacing foreign digital products is a bit concerning from a global cooperation perspective though. But for India, which is also pushing for self-reliance, the open-source and cross-sector tech transfer discussions could be valuable.
Watching from India, this seems like a well-structured event covering everything from AI to space tech. But I wonder if there's enough focus on practical outcomes rather than just grand speeches. Also, the timing during Russia's Decade of Science and Technology shows long-term commitment. Hope Indian universities and MSMEs get to participate meaningfully! 🚀
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