The WIRE conference serves as the main European policy forum dedicated to innovation and regional development. This event will bring together key players from the innovation and education ecosystems to enhance science-based competitiveness. The conference will focus on knowledge-driven regional development and propose ways to optimize resource allocation for this purpose.
This year’s conference theme aligns with one of the priorities of the Hungarian presidency and is crucial for the European Union’s competitiveness in the coming years. Discussions will contribute to analyzing the current state, identifying challenges, and sharing best practices. The program will explore various initiatives, concepts, and tools introduced by the European Union, such as the Smart Specialization concept, Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) Instrument, the Partnerships for Regional Innovation pilot, and Regional Innovation Valleys. To provide a comprehensive and detailed overview, speakers will evaluate the effectiveness of these tools, present successful practices, and highlight synergies between European and regional funding schemes.