Investment growth drivers discussed in Astrakhan: federal support measures and new regional development tools

An expert session was held on increasing the investment attractiveness of the region. The participants focused on the practical application of modern investment infrastructure tools and federal support mechanisms to ensure sustainable economic growth in the Astrakhan Region.

The key speakers were representatives of the National Association of Investment and Development Agencies (NAAIR): Evgeny Kravchenko, Director of Industrial Policy, and Mikhail Seregin, Head of Industrial Infrastructure.

The session was also attended by Deputy Minister of Economic Development Lyaxyan Krasovskaya, Director General of the Development Corporation Irina Melnikova, Deputy Minister of Property and Urban Development of the Astrakhan region Rafik Usmanov, other heads of executive authorities, representatives of the SEZ Lotos, Astrakhan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, investors and heads of industrial enterprises in the region.

Three key blocks were considered in detail during the event:

✔️ Creation and development of infrastructure
The experts analyzed the models of formation of industrial parks, technoparks and industrial clusters, the requirements imposed on them, and also analyzed the typical mistakes that are important to avoid when implementing such projects.

✔️ Federal support measures
The participants received up-to-date information on the conditions and criteria for selection for subsidies, preferential loans, guarantees, special investment contracts (SPIC), tax preferences and the regime of special economic zones (SEZ). The speakers presented a step-by-step algorithm for effective access to these tools.

✔️ Practical cases
Special attention was paid to analyzing specific examples of project implementation, taking into account the industry and geographical specifics of the Astrakhan region, as well as answering questions from participants.

The session has become an effective platform for direct dialogue between regional authorities, development institutions and business. Following the discussion, concrete steps were outlined to improve the investment climate. In addition, each participant was able to personally present their project and receive detailed expert advice.