🗓️ On 28 October, 2026, the annual event under UNIDO’s «Bridge for Cities» initiative opened in Vienna 🇷🇺 H.E. Mr. Konstantin Mikhailik, Deputy Minister of Construction, Housing and Utilities of the Russian Federation, participated as a guest speaker in a high-level plenary session. He informed the audience on key trends in the digital transformation of Russia’s construction sector, including the integration of AI across all stages of the capital construction life cycle — from initial project concept to the practical operation of buildings and infrastructure. As an example, he highlighted «SberCity,» a «smart» district in Moscow developed as an innovative urban environment in accordance with international «green» design standards. 🤝 The gathering — which brings together representatives from relevant multilateral organizations (UNIDO, UN-Habitat, United Cities and Local Governments, etc.), Member States’ government agencies, regional and municipal authorities, academia and the private sector — is dedicated to the international exchange of best practices at the intersection of industrialization and urbanization ✍️ This year, the event focuses on the promotion of innovations, including digital solutions and artificial intelligence AI), as well as on environmental protection and GHG emissions reduction in the context of industrial and urban development