Attracting investment and creating a favorable business environment are key drivers of a city’s growth. This will be the focus of Entrepreneurship Week, taking place in Gomel from November 16 to 20.

The event aims to boost business activity and support small and medium-sized enterprises. According to Marina Kanashkova, head of the entrepreneurship department at the Gomel City Executive Committee’s economic management office, the schedule is organized by day, with each day dedicated to specific aspects of business and economic development in Gomel.

November 17: A seminar with OJSC Belagroprombank on financial support and personal data protection.

November 18: Events to encourage young people’s entrepreneurial initiatives.

November 19: Seminars on tourism development and how to start a business with government support (subsidies will be explained by staff from the labor, employment, and social protection department).

November 20: Business games with students from educational institutions.

During these days, there will also be direct lines, conferences, open receptions, and meetings to facilitate interaction between entrepreneurs and government officials.

Entrepreneurship Week will conclude with a meeting of the Council for Entrepreneurship Development under the Gomel City Executive Committee.

“At the Council meeting, we will summarize the results of Entrepreneurship Week and identify challenges in conducting commercial activities to propose improvements to the city’s business climate,” emphasized Marina Kanashkova. """