The Gaidar Forum is a discussion platform for experts to talk about the government’s priorities for the current year, the prospects for further economic growth, trends and challenges of social and economic development, the state of the business environment and investment climate, and much more. The Forum is held on an annual basis and brings together renowned experts, government representatives, public and political figures and businessmen from all over the world to discuss the main issues which are of paramount importance to Russia in the near future.