An international event titled “GEC+Baku: Creative Industries” took place on October 26 as part of the VII World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue. Participants discussed the role of entrepreneurship in strengthening international cooperation and intercultural dialogue.
The creative industries forum in Baku was held under the slogan “Entrepreneurs — Diplomats of a Connected World.” The event was organized jointly by the Global Entrepreneurship Network, Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy and Ministry of Culture, and consisted of three separate panel sessions.
Speaking at the opening, Deputy Minister of Culture Saadat Yusifova and other speakers highlighted the importance of culture and creative industries in diversifying the country’s economy.
Panel examines cross-border government policy
A session titled “Policy Beyond Borders: Government Representatives Panel” addressed the regulatory obstacles that hinder entrepreneurs from operating across different countries, along with the steps governments are taking to remove such barriers.
Panelists also reviewed positive outcomes achieved by other countries in this area, ways to scale up effective solutions, and the potential for deepening international cooperation.
