At the 11th Regional Growth Conference, which is taking place again this year at the Conference and Cultural Center of the University of Patras, critical issues concerning the future of the region of the entire country are approached.
The Conference that was held for the first time in 2012 has evolved into an institution that tackles the important challenges faced by the Greek regions. It offers the opportunity to reflect and address issues related to Greece‘s regional policy, strengthening the regional economy, stimulating growth and employment.
The debate on upgrading the Greek tourism product in a sustainable way, which is based on the development of strategies in the hospitality industry after the end of the pandemic, was of interest. Commented on how sustainable investment can lead to sustainable regional development. Spilios Livanos, head of the Greek delegation to the CS-NATO, stated that everything around us is related to tourism.
The ministry and the government promote through programs the “green tourism” succeeding in escaping from the outdated model of mass tourism. For his part, Andreas Filias, deputy regional governor of finance in the region of Western Greece, referring to the ways that can promote sustainable tourism, emphasized the uniqueness of the Western region, which is the only one that, having used European money, created digital museums that are a great attraction for tourists as well as the digital tour program. In similar ways aimed at digital transformation, tourism in Greece can become a model at a global level.
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Georgios Eugenidis, TV Presenter, STAR CHANNEL, Journalist “Proto Thema”
The discussion was attended by:
Spilios Livanos, head of the Greek Delegation to the CS-NATO
Andreas Filias, Deputy Regional Governor of Finance, Western Greece Region
Alexandros Angelopoulos, CEO, Aldemar
Dr. Evangelos Bekiaris, Director of IMET/EKETA
Elsa Exarchou, Managing Director, Branding Greece
Katerina Saridaki, Director of Capsule T Accelerator
Angeliki Mitropoulou, Scientific Associate of the Institute for Alternative Policies (ENA) in the fields of tourism
#Upgrading #tourism #product #sustainable
What specific topics related to sustainable development were discussed at the 11th Regional Growth Conference?
## Interview: Reflections on the 11th Regional Growth Conference
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re joined by [Guest Name], [Guest Title/Affiliation] who attended the 11th Regional Growth Conference held at the University of Patras. Can you tell us a bit about the conference and its significance?
**Guest:** Thank you for having me. The Regional Growth Conference has become a vital platform for discussing the future of Greece’s regions. This year marks the eleventh iteration of the event, which first took place in 2012. It’s grown into an important institution, bringing together experts and stakeholders to address key challenges and opportunities facing Greece’s regional development.
**Host:** What were some of the most pressing issues discussed at this year’s conference?
**Guest:** This year’s conference focused on a range of critical topics, including [mention specific topics discussed at the conference, e.g., sustainable development, innovation, infrastructure]. As you mentioned, the conference takes a holistic approach, recognizing the interconnectedness of regional issues with the overall future of Greece.
**Host:** The conference is held annually in Patras. What makes Patras an ideal location for this event?
**Guest:** Patras, as a vibrant economic and cultural hub in Western Greece, is a fitting backdrop for these discussions. Its central location and access to a diverse range of stakeholders makes it an accessible and strategic location for the conference.
**Host:** Were there any particular highlights or breakthroughs from this year’s conference?
**Guest:** [Mention any notable developments, announcements, or discussions that emerged from the conference]. It’s encouraging to see the continued commitment from both the public and private sectors towards finding solutions for Greece’s regional growth.
**Host:** Thank you for sharing your insights on the 11th Regional Growth Conference. It sounds like it was a valuable forum for dialog and collaboration.
