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7th I.E.F

Innovation and Ethical Responsibility in a Globalized Digital Economy

Join us on March 7, 8 & 9 to explore innovations and ethics in the global digital economy

7 8 9 March 2025

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The International Economic Forum (I.E.F) is an international platform that organized by the Insitute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences. Since its inception, I.E.F has hosted six successful events, bringing together thought leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss strategies for driving economic growth and innovation. The Forum emphasizes international cooperation and plays a key role in shaping global economic trends, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering science-based solutions for future prosperity.

About 7th I.E.F

Innovation and Ethical Responsibility in a Globalized Digital Economy

The 7th International Economic Forum, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Economics of the Republic of Latvia, aims to explore the intersection of innovation and ethical responsibility in the quickly progressing digital economy.

Building on the success of the previous six forums, this year’s event will focus on how ethical considerations can shape technological advancements,
ensuring they contribute to sustainable growth and global well-being.

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Connect with professionals, exchange ideas, and build lasting collaborations. Engage in discussions that challenge conventional education.

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Experience live demonstrations of innovative technologies, tools, and learning models transforming classrooms globally.

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Discover cutting-edge practices and transformative ideas from leading experts in education and innovation. Gain insights and inspiration to advance your knowledge and strategies.

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Inese Vaidere

Doctor

Ivars Kalvins

professor, Chairman

Baiba Rivza

Prof., Dr. Habil. oec.

Gerald Hoppstaedter

Entrepreneur, investor

Gianluca Coppola

Entrepreneur

Kannan Vishwanatth

Scientist, Businessman

Cyril Golub

Chairman, Director

Jelena Titko

Researcher

Nina Linde

Director

Pamela Bernabei

Chairman

Event Agenda

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  • 7 March


  • 8 March


  • 9 March


    • Musical Performance
    • Address of the Member of the European Parliament, Commissioner on Economy and Productivity, Implementation and Simplification Valdis Dombrovskis
    • Address of the Minister of Economics of the Republic of Latvia Viktors Valainis
    • Address of the Minister of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia prof., Dr. Ivars Kalvins
    • Address of the Director of the Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciencesassoc. prof., Dr. Nina Linde

    • Innovation in the Global World: Best Practice (Speaker: Dr. Solomon Darwin, Director of the Garwood Centre for Corporate Innovation and Centre for Growth Markets, University of California - Berkley, USA) [under request]
    • Digital Education at the forefront of innovation: the importance of European initiatives in bridging didactic gaps, fostering societal inclusion and boosting citizens’ engagement (Speaker: Gianluca Coppola, President of the European Digital Learning Network ETS, Italy)
    • Now is the Time for Open Innovation (Speaker: Dr. Kannan Vishwanatth, Dr.h.c. of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, International Trade Specialist in Pharmaceuticals, Chemical Engineer, Corporate Research Scientist, Latvia)
    • Business Intuition as a Source of Innovations (Speaker: M.Sc. Pamela Bernabei, President of the A. Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation, Switzerland)
    • Innovation’s best results in the Baltic States (Speaker: MBA Cyril Golub, Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Latvian Business Angel Network (LatBAN), Latvia)
    • Innovations and Economic Development: What is the Evidence? (Speaker: Dr. Janis Priede, Professor of Economics at the University of Latvia, the Head of the Department of Economics, the Editor of Economics at the National Encyclopaedia of Latvia, the Head of the Scientific board of the Productivity Council of Latvia)
    Business
    Engineering
    Innovation
    Science

  • During the lunch break, participants are invited to enjoy a catered meal while engaging in dynamic and interactive networking opportunities. These meetings are designed to foster collaboration and innovation across various sectors:

    • B2B (Business to Business): A chance for businesses to connect, explore partnerships, and discuss potential opportunities for growth and collaboration.
    • B2S (Business to Science): Facilitating knowledge exchange between businesses and scientific communities, these discussions aim to bridge the gap between industry needs and research innovations.
    • S2S (Science to Science): These meetings encourage dialogue between scientific professionals to collaborate on research, share findings, and explore new scientific horizons.

  • Experts share insights and discuss key takeaways from parallel sessions, providing a comprehensive overview of the topics covered.

    • Exploring the six core EU values at the basis of our society: Insights and recommendations on "Work inclusion of disadvantaged people" 2024 European digital learning network research
    • The (un)expected impact on the field of Education & Training from the disruptive digital transformation: Roundtables and discussions around the 3rd edition of the Dlearn survey “Future of Digital Education in EU 2024"
    • Innovations for Development of Baltic countries and beyond
    Business
    Innovation
    Science

  • Take a break and recharge with refreshments during our coffee break. This is also an excellent opportunity for informal networking and collaborative discussions through three key types of meetings:

    • B2B (Business to Business): Connect with fellow business leaders to explore partnerships, opportunities for collaboration, and innovative solutions for mutual growth.
    • B2S (Business to Science): Engage with researchers and scientists to bridge the gap between industry needs and cutting-edge scientific research, fostering innovation.
    • S2S (Science to Science): Collaborate with other scientists and researchers to exchange ideas, share discoveries, and build on common research interests.

    Use this time to build valuable connections across different sectors and disciplines.


    1. Empowering Sustainable Rural Development through Higher Education and Youth Leadership (Moderators: Prof., Dr. habil. oec. Baiba Rivza, Academician of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, Latvia; M.Sc. Pamela Bernabei, President of the Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation, Switzerland / Italy)
    2. Innovation & Ethics in the Financial Sector (Moderator: prof., Dr. oec. Jelena Titko, Vice-Rector for Science and International Relations of the University of Applied Sciences (EKA))
    3. A new era for European co-funded projects - the role of artificial intelligence in preparing and implementing European innovation projects: challenges, opportunities and new trends (Moderator: Gianluca Coppola, President of European digital learning network)
    4. EMPOWERING CITIZENS IN THE DIGITAL AGE: CONNECTIVITY, GOVERNANCE, INCLUSION (Moderator: Renars Raubiskis, Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, Latvia, LENA OSTLUND, Project Officer, International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Switzerland)
    5. Achievements & Innovations in Biotechnology for a Prosperous and Healthy Society (Moderator: Dr. Shahlo Turdikulova, Vice-President of the Uzbekistan Academy of Sciences, Director of the Center of Advance Technologies “Uzbekistan”)
    6. Global Space Economy: Strategy & Trends (Moderator: Ministry of Economics, Latvia)
    7. Ethics and Responsibility in the Development of Humanistic Potential of the Individual (Moderator: M.Sc. PAMELA BERNABEI, President of the Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation, Switzerland Dr. NINA LINDE, Director of the Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences)
    Business
    Engineering
    Growth
    Innovation
    Science

  • Address of the Member of the European Parliament, Committees on Economic and Monetary Affairs & Environment, prof., Dr. Inese Vaidere In collaboration with the EQUALS Global Partnership, ITU and GSMA.

    1. EMPOWERING SUSTAINABLE RURAL DEVELOPMENT (Moderators: Prof., Dr. habil. oec. Baiba Rivza, Academician of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, Latvia; M.Sc. Pamela Bernabei, President of the Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation, Switzerland / Ital)
    2. INNOVATION & ETHICS IN THE FINANCIAL SECTOR (Moderator: prof., Dr. oec. Jelena Titko, Vice-Rector for Science and International Relations of the University of Applied Sciences (EKA))
    3. A NEW ERA FOR EUROPEAN CO-FUNDED PROJECTS - THE ROLE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN PREPARING AND IMPLEMENTING EUROPEAN INNOVATION PROJECTS: CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES AND NEW TRENDS (Moderator: Gianluca Coppola, President of European digital learning network)
    4. ACHIEVEMENTS & INNOVATIONS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR A PROSPEROUS AND HEALTHY SOCIETY (Moderator: Dr. SHAHLO TURDIKULOVA, Vice-President of the Uzbekistan Academy of Sciences, Director of the Center of Advance Technologies “Uzbekistan”, Dr. habil. chem. IVARS KALVINS, President of the Latvian Academy of Sciences)
    Business
    Engineering
    Growth
    Innovation
    Science

  • During the lunch break, participants are invited to enjoy a catered meal while engaging in dynamic and interactive networking opportunities. These meetings are designed to foster collaboration and innovation across various sectors:

    • B2B (Business to Business): A chance for businesses to connect, explore partnerships, and discuss potential opportunities for growth and collaboration.
    • B2S (Business to Science): Facilitating knowledge exchange between businesses and scientific communities, these discussions aim to bridge the gap between industry needs and research innovations.
    • S2S (Science to Science): These meetings encourage dialogue between scientific professionals to collaborate on research, share findings, and explore new scientific horizons.
    unch Break, B2B, B2S and S2S meetings

    1. EMPOWERING CITIZENS IN THE DIGITAL AGE: CONNECTIVITY, GOVERNANCE, INCLUSION (Moderator: Renars Raubiskis, Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences, Latvia, LENA OSTLUND, Project Officer, International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Switzerland
    2. GLOBAL SPACE ECONOMY: STRATEGY & TRENDS (Moderator: TBC, Ministry of Economics of the Republic of Latvia, Latvia)
    3. INNOVATION AND ETHICS FOR CIRCULAR ECONOMY (Moderator: EDGARS CERKOVSKIS, European Commission Expert, Director of Circular Economy Master study programme, EKA University of Applied Sciences, Latvia)
    4. ETHICS AND RESPONSIBILITY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HUMANISTIC POTENTIAL OF THE INDIVIDUAL (Moderator: M.Sc. PAMELA BERNABEI, President of the Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation, Switzerland, Dr. NINA LINDE, Director of the Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences)

    • Final remarks: Main Recommendations for Policy Makers, Entrepreneurs and Scientists & Conclusions of the Forum and its Sections Discussion
    • B2B, B2S, S2S discussions
    • Latvian folk songs & dance & plays.
    • Certificates for participants & other surprises

    • GUIDED CULTURAL PROGRAM with B2B, B2S, S2S networking
    • Visit to Melngalvju Nams and Digital Art House.
    • Riga Balsam Excursion.
    • Excursion around Old Riga with Guide.
    Where
    OLD RIGA


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Event Inclusions
Participants will enjoy the following during the event:

  1. Lunch – Daily lunch provided, featuring a variety of local and international dishes to suit diverse tastes.
  2. Coffee Breaks – Regular coffee breaks to refresh and network with fellow participants.
  3. Materials – Essential event materials, including handouts, schedules, and relevant documents, will be provided to ensure a seamless experience.
  4. Gala Dinner – A special Gala Dinner on March 8th to celebrate the event, offering an elegant evening of fine dining and networking opportunities.

Enjoy access to all three days with just one ticket.

Use the code WELCOME50 at checkout to enjoy a 50% discount on your purchase. Offer valid until December 31st, 2024. Don't miss out!

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7, 8, & 9 March 2025

Latvian Academy for Sciences, Academy Square 1, Riga, Latvia

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