An international conference that took place on 26-27 June was held in Kazan, Russia. The total amount of attendees extended up to 1,200. It was organized by Kazan Executive Committee in cooperation with United Cities and Local Governments global organization. It is part of the Kazan series of expert classes and was in the field of architecture, city regulation, transport and infrastructure optimization, branding, etc.
We are proud to take part in such events for knowledge and experience was shared by world known experts and young and eager to succeed professionals. Speakers have agreed to participate and share knowledge free of charge with covered transportation and accommodation charges. Amongst them were British politician and Mayor of London (2002-2008) Ken Livingstone; Richard Florida - American urbanist, economist and author of the Creative class Theory; Doctor See-Kiong – Director of Urban Innovation; Vukan Vuchic– urbanist, professor at Pennsylvania State University who specializes in the development of roads and public transportation infrastructure and many others.
One of the most important and pressing topics was the concept of developing smart cities in the future. See below some of the details discussed:
- Reduce spending and Foster economic growth;
- Accelerate Innovation and transform city services via the use of smart technologies;
- Develop sustainably and support eco-friendly initiatives;
- Empower communities and embrace diversity.
