Pathways to Bioeconomy and Bioconvergence Perspectives from Serbia and Israel 2025

innovation with global networks, the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Israel launched the C4IR Israel Innovators Community – a hub for Israeli chief executive officers who participate in the World Economic Forum’s Innovators Communities to exchange insights, learn from peers and contribute to both national initiatives and the World Economic Forum’s global innovation efforts. As part of its Bioconvergence Initiative, the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Israel works closely with the head of Israel’s National Bioconvergence Program and the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Serbia to address critical biotechnology challenges and create lasting global impact. As a partner of the World Economic Forum’s Bioeconomy Initiative, the centre contributes to global knowledge-sharing through reports, working groups and participation in major events, including the Annual Meeting in Davos. The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Israel recognizes that sustainable technological progress depends on robust global partnerships. By integrating cutting-edge initiatives with dynamic public-private collaboration, the centre not only tackles current challenges but also lays the groundwork for shared global growth. Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Serbia and Israel partnership In recent years, the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Serbia and the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution Israel have not only maintained strong working relationships but have also deepened their partnership through formal collaboration agreements and joint initiatives. Their active leadership within the World Economic Forum’s Bioeconomy Initiative has positioned them as strategic partners shaping global innovation agendas. They have co-developed mutual strategies and shared policy approaches, and supported one another in navigating technological and regulatory challenges. This partnership continues to serve as a model for cross-sector collaboration that seamlessly blends innovation, governance and impact. Pathways to Bioeconomy and Bioconvergence 7