Pathways to Bioeconomy and Bioconvergence Perspectives from Serbia and Israel 2025

3. Artificial Intelligence Development Strategy (2025-2030): Building on the foundational AI Strategy (2019), the new strategy49 focuses on: –Establishing a comprehensive legal and ethical framework –Enhancing AI education and public awareness –Supporting AI R&D and innovation –Promoting adoption in key sectors (e.g. healthcare, agriculture) –Expanding infrastructure and data management systems Partnerships 1. Biotech Future Forum: Since its launch in 2022, the conference has gathered over 3,000 participants from all over the globe. This annual event in Belgrade has become a national initiative and a global hub for showcasing advancements in biotechnology and AI. The Government of the Republic of Serbia, the World Economic Forum, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and BIO4 Campus are responsible for the organization of the forum. The conference promotes collaboration among global leaders, scientists, entrepreneurs and policy-makers, providing a unique opportunity to explore emerging trends, exchange ideas and develop solutions in these fields. The 2025 edition, scheduled for 27-29 October, will feature an exclusive scientific programme implemented in collaboration with Nature Journals.50 2. Global Partnership for AI (GPAI): Serbia hosted the GPAI Summit in December 2024 in collaboration with key government bodies and international organizations. The event emphasized responsible AI development and societal benefits, culminating in the adoption of the Belgrade Declaration. Over 500 global experts participated, including 70 speakers across 25 sessions.513. Expo 2027: Belgrade is set to become the global hub for education, culture and innovation in 2027, with plans to convene representatives from various countries in the Serbian capital for the Specialised Expo. The Specialised Expo 2027 in Belgrade, themed “Play for Humanity”, will unite the world with inspiration, innovation and joint solutions to global challenges.52 Education 1. Masters 4.0 Bioinformatics: This initiative is led and implemented by the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Serbia in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. Its goal is to modernize university curriculums by adding needed bioinformatics programmes and providing necessary knowledge and skills to future bioinformatics experts in Serbia. The ministry awarded funds to three consortia, enabling them to introduce their programmes at the University of Belgrade and the University of Kragujevac. Besides the faculties, these consortia encompassed research institutes and representatives from the industry.53 2. BIO4 Campus Go-to-Market Strategy Workshop: Organized and implemented by BIO4 Campus in April 2025, this workshop focused on different go-to-market strategies for products and technologies commercialized through scientific innovations. The goal was to drive revenue growth and strengthen the presence of Serbian scientists in the market.54 3. Workshop with Regeneron: The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Serbia and Regeneron will organize a dynamic half-day event to inspire and engage top PhD students from three Serbian universities. Regeneron will have a dedicated session tailored to the needs and interests of students and respective faculties. These sessions will be followed by a hands-on segment led by Serbian experts, with remarkable contributions from the Regeneron Genetics Center.55 Belgrade is set to become a hub for education, culture and innovation, with plans to convene representatives from various countries in the Serbian capital for the Specialised Expo. 16 Pathways to Bioeconomy and Bioconvergence