Time of Siberia

Abstract

A theoretical and practical substantiation of the need for a new economic policy in Siberia is carried out. The basis for this research and analysis was the Krasnoyarsk Economic Forum, which took place from March 1 to March 3, 2023, the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, which took place in June 2023, and speeches by experts, analysts, and economists during the past and also the current year. At these, as well as many other economic forums, participants, experts, and analysts shared their opinions on changing the economic course in our country. Also, they discussed the development of new logistics and the so-called turn to the East. In this process, it was noted that Siberia is playing a pivotal role, becoming a logistics center and a creator of the economy. Why Siberia and not some other regions of Russia? Why is it now, despite numerous risks, that the time has come for Siberia? What conditions are necessary for regular successful business and economic development in general? This study is aimed at finding answers to these and other questions. There are many reasons for this, but the main ones are economic. The time has come to urgently change priorities in developing our economy to ensure the transition to our high-tech manufacturing economy using scientific intelligence and robotization. Only Siberia and our other regions can provide the Russian economy with all the necessary natural resources, such as water, forest, energy, and other resources. Siberia at present, and in the future for external and internal reasons, is safe for solving all economic problems. Due to its geographical location, Siberia allows us to favorably and quickly activate all supply chains with our partners, not only in Asia and the East. It is essential for the economy and business that Siberia, in the conditions of the Northern Military District, has no threat to development. The industrial production index should be the final indicator demonstrating the development of the Siberian economy. The first practical results are already there; based on the results of the past 2023, it was noted that the GDP in our country amounted to more than 3.6%, and Siberia plays an essential role in this.