Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, took part in the closing plenary discussion, "Designing the Future," at the "Shaping the Future" International Symposium. In his address, Manturov outlined the key technological trends that will shape the future.
He also toured the exhibition at the National Center "Russia," which was established on November 4 by a directive from Russian President Vladimir Putin. The center aims to showcase the country’s achievements and preserve the legacy of the "Russia" International Exhibition-Forum. Accompanied by Natalia Virtuozova, Director General of the National Center, Manturov explored the "Legacy for the Future" exhibition, featuring:
- The "Library" Section: Exploring how science fiction writers envisioned the future.
- The "Inventions Hall": Showcasing how the ideas of writers have been brought to life by scientists and inventors.
- The "Pioneers' Journey" Exhibit: Highlighting the journey from dream to reality.
- International Artworks Display: Featuring over 250 works by graduates from creative universities in Russia, China, India, Brazil, Iran, and Ethiopia, all exploring the theme of the future.
Key Technological Trends for the Future
In his remarks, Manturov emphasized the transformative potential of cutting-edge technologies:
"Revolutionary breakthroughs of tomorrow will be driven by artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, comprehensive robotics, and autonomous transport. Advancements in genetics, biopharma, and personalized medicine. Controlling thermonuclear fusion and developing methods to reduce the technogenic impact on our planet's biosphere. And creating the conditions for deep space exploration," he stated.
These innovations, he said, will reshape the industrial and sociocultural landscape, serving as key drivers for improving quality of life, extending longevity, mitigating environmental degradation, and preserving biodiversity.
Importance of International Cooperation
Manturov also stressed the importance of global collaboration, noting the participation of representatives from over 100 countries at the symposium:
"Russia aspires to be a key participant in such cooperation for the future. We bring valuable experience in global scientific and social projects, including biosecurity, molecular biology, neurotechnologies, and genome research. This extends to the potential of nuclear medicine and photonics, studies of high energies and new material structures, as well as fundamental space research into the origins of the universe. We are ready to explore these and other areas with all interested international partners," he added.
About the "Shaping the Future" Symposium
The "Shaping the Future" Symposium, held November 4–6, gathered scientists, researchers, futurists, writers, and government officials from 101 countries, including Russia, India, Italy, Iran, China, the UAE, Serbia, the USA, and France. The program featured over 60 sessions across four themes: the future of humanity, technology, multipolarity, and civilizations. Event schedules and live broadcasts are available on the official website future.russia.ru.
The symposium marks the inaugural event of the National Center "Russia," which collaborates with federal authorities, corporations, and regional governments to highlight the nation’s achievements.
