Thematic Panel #1. Rural Development and Agriculture

How Kryvyi Rih Raion — a region with strong industrial heritage and vast agricultural potential — can evolve into an investment-ready hub for rural development? The discussion will bring together representatives of government, local communities, business, and international partners to examine effective cooperation models, financing tools, and innovative approaches, including cooperatives and agro-parks. The aim is to redefine agriculture as a driving force for economic resilience, sustainability, and regional recovery.

Thematic Panel #2. Energy Security, Infrastructure, and Public Investment

This section focuses on how Kryvyi Rih Raion is building energy resilience and modernizing critical infrastructure to ensure stable services and community well-being amid ongoing challenges. Discussions will center on restoring energy and utility networks, decentralizing power systems, and advancing the use of renewable energy and low-carbon technologies. Participants will explore public investment priorities and partnership models that can drive modernization, improve efficiency, and promote sustainable resource management. It’s a conversation about rebuilding for the future — where security, innovation, and the green transition form the foundation of a stronger, more sustainable Kryvyi Rih Raion.

Thematic Panel #3. MSMEs and Startup Financing

This panel will focus on how small and medium-sized businesses can drive the economic recovery of Kryvyi Rih Raion. Participants will explore ways to create a business-friendly environment, improve access to finance, and stimulate innovation at the local level. The discussion will bring together representatives of the government, the banking sector, business associations, donor programs, and entrepreneurs to identify effective mechanisms for supporting MSMEs and startups — turning Kryvyi Rih Raion into a hub of new economic momentum.

Thematic Panel #4. Innovation and the Circular Economy

This section explores how innovation and circular economy practices can power Kryvyi Rih Raion’s recovery and long-term sustainable growth. It highlights turning industrial waste into opportunity — reusing slag and iron ore residues to produce new materials and high-value products. Participants will discover how technological innovation can transform traditional industries, attract green investment, and promote environmentally responsible entrepreneurship. The discussion will showcase how Kryvyi Rih Raion can lead by example — evolving into a next-generation industrial region that is smart, sustainable, and resilient.