Astrakhan will once again serve as a platform for the meeting of business representatives focused on prospective markets of Iran, the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa.
On November 26–28, the town will host the III Astrakhan International Forum "International North–South Transport Corridor – New Horizons. Fast-Track Access to Premium Markets of Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, the Middle East, East Africa, and India."
Building on the success of the previous forum, the organizers have prepared a comprehensive program focused on practical knowledge application and business networking. Last year’s event brought together over 300 companies from 20 countries, including representatives from:
- Export-import companies,
- The banking sector,
- Logistics organizations,
- Industrial enterprises,
- The agricultural sector,
- Government agencies.
Key advantages of last year’s forum, according to participants:
1. Practical tours of Astrakhan’s ports. Attendees personally assessed the infrastructure of the Trans-Caspian section of the International North–South Transport Corridor (the INSTC). The growing cargo turnover through local ports confirms the potential of this route.
2. Educational seminars. Topics such as financial transactions under sanctions, customs procedures, and legal aspects of working with Iran and Asian countries drew particular interest.
3. Business program. Over a dozen plenary sessions and panel discussions featuring 60+ leading industry experts allowed for in-depth discussions on logistics, cross-border payments, and export-import best practices.
This year, the organizers plan to expand the forum’s scope, place greater emphasis on practical regional business strategies, and introduce new tools for business development along the INSTC.
The forum highlights:
- Investment opportunities – Experts will explore promising infrastructure and logistics projects for investment along the INSTC.
- B2B matchmaking platform – Structured networking sessions will help companies forge partnerships and secure profitable contracts.
- Up-to-date workshops & masterclasses – An enhanced training program covering the latest regulatory changes and business practices.
For the full agenda and details, please, visit the official forum website.