XXI April International Academic Conference on Economic and Social Development

The Conference features a diverse agenda concerning social and economic development in Russia. The Conference programme will include presentations by Russian and international academics, roundtables and plenary sessions with participation of members of the Government of the Russian Federation, government officials, business representatives, and leading Russian and foreign experts.

"Dear Colleagues,

HSE University once again – and with great pleasure – opens its doors to the XXI April International Academic Conference on Economic and Social Development!

The conference begins a new decade but remains true to its key principles and format – all of the most significant issues related to the social and economic development of society will be discussed from an academic point of view. Indeed, the uniqueness of the April Conference lies in the fact that both “practitioners”—prominent economic, political, and public figures – and “theorists” – famous scholars and major researchers – are gathered together for discussion within the walls of the university at the same time.

I am so pleased that the Conference has long ago earned the reputation as a “platform of trust” and has become a genuine place for discussion—meaningful, thoughtful, and deep. The topics and ideas, presented in presentations, analytical reports, and the results of different studies, often form a strong basis for scenario forecasting Russia’s future development. Our ideas and concepts come to life, and I hope that they will be the key to successful change.

Each conference is another round of new assessments and expectations, of new intellectual discussions, reasoned polemics, and intense debate, during which I am certain the truth, capable of positively impacting the development of society, will inevitably be born!

I wish all our Conference participants success in their academic endeavours and amazing discoveries.
See you in April".

Evgeny Yasin