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“Serbia in Thessaloniki 2011: Always together“
17. September 2011. | 08:01 09:30
Source: Emg.rs
Author: Nikos D.A. Arvanites
The representatives of more than 40 economic societies and entrepreneurial companies, institutes and chambers of commerce in Serbia will participate in the National Exhibition of the Serbian Economy at the 76th International Trade Fair in Thessaloniki which will take place from 10th to 18th September 2011.
Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Water Management Dusan Petrovic and Greek Deputy Minister of Economy Socrates Xynidis opened on Saturday 10th the Serbian stand at the 76 Thessaloniki International Fair which has gathered representatives of over 40 Serbian companies, institutes and chambers of commerce.
Petrovic said that the events of this kind are the best way to strengthen economic cooperation between two countries and a good opportunity to find solutions to improve the economy and increase Serbian exports.
He stressed that Serbia is not using its resources enough and that our country has great potential for development of agriculture.
The Minister of Agriculture added that this international fair is an opportunity for domestic entrepreneurs to strike new business deals.
Petrovic said that last year’s foreign trade between Serbia and Greece stood at approximately $400 million, but that our country imported more from Greece, adding that this country is the second largest investor in Serbia.
Alternate Development and Competitiveness Minister Sokratis Xynidis on Saturday inaugurated Serbia's pavilion at the 76th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), along with Serb Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Water Management Minister Dusan Petrovic. Serbia is this year's honoured country at the 76th TIF.
In statements as he opened Serbia's pavilion, Xynidis expressed hope that it would help give a powerful boost to economic and trade relations between Greece and Serbia, adding that Greece will provide help so that Serbia can get onto the path for European accession.
He noted that there was significant room for improving cooperation between the two countries in agriculture and banking, tourism and renewable energy resources.
Asked whether the current economic situation in Greece might lead to the flight of Greek investments from Serbia, the minister noted that Greece's problem was low competitiveness and that this was an incentive for Greek businesses to invest in neighbouring countries.
"In my opinion, it is more likely that Greek businesses will increase their investments in neighbouring countries, rather than that these should atrophy or be at risk," he added.
Xynidis said the difficulties faced by Greece will be the start for the rebirth of the Greek economy, adding that this was the "point of the effort we are making with the Greek people".
Petrovic, on his part, expressed confidence that Greece will be able to overcome its problems, adding that this was a difficult year for all countries.
He said that trade transactions between Greece and Serbia the previous year came to 400 million dollars, expressing the opinion that this could be greatly increased.
"We can do much more - mixed companies - we can proceed to make joint investments and exploit the joint opportunities that arise," he said, thanking Greece for supporting Serbia's efforts to join the EU and its policy on the issue of Kosovo.
Companies from Serbia display their products and services on the national stand that covers around 500 square metres, under the slogan: “Serbia in Thessaloniki 2011: Always together“.
According to the latest data, this year has recorded a significant trend of increase in Serbia's export, with 16 percent larger export from Serbia to Greece in the first half of 2011 compared to the respective period in 2010.
The Serbian companies, which participate in the business forum, will present their products and services at the National Exhibition of the Serbian Economy at the 76th International Trade Fair in Thessaloniki which will take place from 10th to 18th September 2011.
At the national exhibition under the slogan 'Serbia in Thessaloniki 2011: Always together', Serbia, which holds the status of the honorary country, will present the vital sections of its economy, tourist potential, cultural heritage and the most successful examples of the business partnership so far.
Serbia: Honorary Country
The representatives of more than 40 economic societies and entrepreneurial companies, institutes and chambers of commerce in Serbia will participate in the National Exhibition of the Serbian Economy at the 76th International Trade Fair in Thessaloniki which will take place from 10th to 18th September 2011.
The president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia Miloš Bugarin will be at the head of the economic part of the delegation, while Dušan Petrović, Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Water Management, will be at the head of the state delegation consisted of the representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Water Management, Ministry of Economy and Regional Development and SIEPA.
The enterprises from Serbia will promote their products and services on the area of 500 square meters of the national exhibition stand under the slogan ‘Serbia in Thessaloniki 2011: Always together’.
At the International trade fair in Thessaloniki which is one of the most significant fair exhibition in Southeastern Europe, total of 12 enterprises in the field of agriculture and food industry, seven in metal and electro industry, three in chemical and textile industry respectively, four companies dealing with the production of furniture and equipment, ten in the field of technological innovations and entrepreneurs.
The Tourist Organization of Serbia and representatives of one agency will be promoted.
A series of manifestations will be held within the trade fair where Serbia this year holds the status of the honorary country. Among the most important manifestations are: Forum of the tourist economic of Serbia, investment conference where the officials from Serbia will familiarized the Greek businessmen with the investment advantages in Serbia.
Then, Workshop on franchising and round tables on the potentials of the Serbian food industry, the cooperation in metal and electro industry and the Serbian wood industry as well as the presentation of individual exhibitors. The promotion of the Serbian economy at the trade fair in Thessaloniki will be followed by good cultural and artistic program.
The National Exhibition of the Serbian economy in Thessaloniki is organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia, with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Water Management. The Serbian economy is traditionally present on the Greek market.
The trade exchange, the most dominant form of cooperation, has recorded a constant growth since 2000. The main aim of this exhibition is a constant promotion of the Serbian export-oriented offer at the attractive Greek market. The International general trade fair is the biggest manifestation in Greece. On the area of 30 000 square meters near 650 exhibitors from thirty or so countries promote their products every year, while near 200 000 people visit this fair.
A day before the exhibition, on the 9th September, the Business Forum ‘Serbia in Thessaloniki 2011 – perspectives of bilateral economic cooperation’ and bilateral meetings has been held at the premises of the Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
SERBIA IN THESSALONIKI 2011: ALWAYS TOGETHER
(09-18 September 2011, Thessaloniki, Greece)
PROGRAMME
· 9 September 2011 – Friday
18:00 – 20:00h |
BUSINESS FORUM “Serbia in Thessaloniki 2011: Prospects for Bilateral Economic Cooperation” (Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 29 Tsimiski Str., 546 24, Thessaloniki) |
17:30 – 18:00h |
Registration |
18:00 -18:45h |
Addresses: · Mr. Dimitrios A.Bakatselos, TCCI Chairman · Mr. Milos Bugarin, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia · Mr. Kostas Skandalidis, Minister of Rural Development and Food of the Hellenic Republic (tbc) · Mr. Dušan Petrovic, Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Water Management of the Republic of Serbia (Simultaneous translation provided: Serbian/Greek) |
18:45 - 20:00h |
Bilateral meetings between Serbian and Greek attendants (Working language: English) |
· 10 September 2011 – Saturday - (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center)
11.00 – 13.00h |
OPENING CEREMONY OF THE SERBIAN NATIONAL STAND (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center, Ground Floor Pav. 12) · Addresses of the Serbian and Greek officials · Short artistic program – Performance of Strings quartet (classical music) · Tour around the pavilion · Press releases |
17.00h |
Presentation of the innovative technology – “STRAWBERRY TREE” - Public solar-powered mobile phone charger”, awarded by EU Commission for 2011 – Pav. 12 |
18.00 – 19.00h |
Concert of Strings quartet (classical music) – Pav.12 |
All day event:
· Photo Exhibition „7 MIDEVAL DANUBE FORTRESSES“, (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· Painting of orthodox icons by iconographers from Serbian monasteries (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· 11 September 2011 – Sunday - (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center)
17.00h |
Presentation of the innovative technology – “STRAWBERRY TREE” - Public solar-powered mobile phone charger”, awarded by EU Commission for 2011 – Pav. 12 |
18.00 – 19.00h |
Dejan Petrovic band (traditional Serbian trumpet music combined with modern sounds; (outside the Pavilion 12 and around the fair ) |
19.30-21.00 |
Concerts of two Serbian bands and promotion of Exit festival (on the main stage of Expo): · Naked (world music, ethno-jazz) · Vrooom (electro-rock with elements of ethno) |
All day event:
· Photo Exhibition „7 MIDEVAL DANUBE FORTRESSES“, (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· Painting of orthodox icons by iconographers from Serbian monasteries (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· 12 September 2011. – Monday - (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center)
17.00h |
Presentation of the innovative technology – “STRAWBERRY TREE” - Public solar-powered mobile phone charger”, awarded by EU Commission for 2011 – Pav. 12 |
18.00-19.30h |
FORUM - TOURISM WHICH CONNECTS / Welcome to Serbia (Pav. 08, “N.Germanos” Congress Center, Room C) Moderator: representatives of CCI of Serbia · Mr. Goran Petkovic, State secretary for tourism, Ministry for Economy and Regional Development · Mr. Mihailo Vesovic, SCCI Vice-president · Presentation of Tourist Organization of Serbia (TOS) · Mr. Dejan Veselinov, Director of Tourist Organization of Belgrade (TOB) · Mrs. Dragan Sabic, secretary of the SCCI Association for Tourism and Catering · Thessaloniki Organization of Touristic Promotion and Marketing (TBC) · Prize draw organized by TOB (2x2 city break award) (Simultaneous translation provided: Serbian / Greek) |
20.00h |
Individual presentation of Serbian company (exhibitor) "GEGULA", Kraljevo (at National stand in Pav. 12, language: English) |
20.30h |
Individual presentation of Cluster for revitalization of traditional crafts (RECrafts) (at National stand in Pav. 12, language: English) |
21.00-22.00h |
Concert of Dejan Petrovic band (on the main stage of Expo) |
All day event:
· Photo Exhibition „7 MIDEVAL DANUBE FORTRESSES“, (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· Painting of orthodox icons by iconographers from Serbian monasteries (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· 13 September 2011 – Tuesday – (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center)
17.00h |
Presentation of the innovative technology – “STRAWBERRY TREE” - Public solar-powered mobile phone charger”, awarded by EU Commission for 2011 – Pav. 12 |
18.00 - 19.30h |
INVESTMENT CONFERENCE (Pav. 08 , “N.Germanos” Congress Center, Room C) Moderator: representatives of CCI of Serbia · Mrs. Vesna Arsic, State secretary of the Ministry of Economy and Regional Development · Mr. Mihailo Vesovic, SCCI Vice-president · Mr. Bojan Jankovic, Deputy director of the Serbia Investment and Export Promotion Agency (SIEPA) · Mr. Dragan Kostic, Administration for free zones, Ministry of Finance · Mr. Dejan Dabetic, Ministry of Finance (topic: double taxation avoidance) · Mr. Kouderis George – Businessman, Honorary Greece Consul of Pakistan · Q&A (Simultaneous translation provided: Serbian / Greek) |
20.00h |
Individual presentation of Serbian company (exhibitor) "ELDI Corporation", Nis (at National stand in Hall 12, language: English) |
18.00-19.30h |
Show of Dejan Petrovic band (outside the Pav.12 and around the fair) |
All day event:
· Photo Exhibition „7 MIDEVAL DANUBE FORTRESSES“, (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· Painting of orthodox icons by iconographers from Serbian monasteries (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· 14 September 2011 – Wednesday - (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center)
17.00h |
Presentation of the innovative technology – “STRAWBERRY TREE” - Public solar-powered mobile phone charger”, awarded by EU Commission for 2011 – Pav. 12 |
18.00 - 20.15h |
ROUND TABLES ON POTENTIALS OF SERBIAN BRANCHES OF ECONOMY (Pav. 08, “N.Germanos” Congress Center, Rooms B-D) Moderator: representatives of CCI of Serbia (Simultaneous translation provided: Serbian / Greek) |
18.00 – 18.45h |
Room B: Possibilities of the Serbian agriculture and food-processing industry · Mr. Milan Prostran, secretary of the SCCI Association of Agriculture, Food-processing, Tobacco industry and Water management |
18.45 – 19.30h |
Room C: Perspectives in cooperation with the Serbian metal and electric industry · Mr. Ljubiša Obradovic, secretary of the SCCI Association of Metalworking and Electric Industry |
19.30 – 20.15h |
Room D: Potentials of the furniture production in Serbia · Mr. Vladimir Burda, secretary of the SCCI Association of Forestry, Wood-processing and Pulp and Paper Industry |
20.15h |
Individual presentation of Serbian company (exhibitor) "GLOBAL", Uzice, (at National stand in Pav. 12, language: English) |
19.00-21.00h |
Concert promotion of the Serbian jazz festival- Nisville (on the main stage of Expo): · Eyot (ethno jazz, rock) · Žar bend (jazz-pop, ethno) |
All day event:
· Photo Exhibition „7 MIDEVAL DANUBE FORTRESSES“, (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· Painting of orthodox icons by iconographers from Serbian monasteries (Gallery of Pav. 12)
· 15 September 2011 – Thursday - (Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center)
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