Regional Forum “Knowledge and Technology Transfer and Factors for the Integrated Development of the Northwestern Region”
On 4–5 December 2025, a Regional Forum entitled “Knowledge and Technology Transfer and Factors for the Integrated Development of the Northwestern Region” was held in the city of Pleven. The Academy of Music, Dance and Fine Arts “Prof. Asen Diamandiev” participated in the event through its Technology Transfer Office (TTO).
The forum was attended by Mr. Nikolay Paunov, Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, and Ms. Ralitsa Bazaitova, Senior Expert at the Directorate “Performing Arts and Arts Education.”
Prof. Vesela Kazashka presented opportunities for cooperation between AMTII and other cultural institutions in the region. She emphasised the potential for joint project activities, the creation of a talent incubator in collaboration with the National School of Arts “Panayot Pipkov”, as well as broader interaction in the fields of arts and culture.
Mr. Rumen Todorov, Director of “Panayot Pipkov” school, presented the project “Regional Arts Academy,” which received AMDFA’s support during its application process. The project aims to develop the regional cultural and educational infrastructure, highlighting innovations in education and cooperation among various educational and cultural institutions.
During the forum, the following opportunities for future collaboration between AMTII and institutions from the Northwestern Region were discussed:
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support for introducing innovations in the arts;
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joint project development;
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organization of scholarly and creative events;
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conducting masterclasses;
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preparation of a business plan and a strategy for long-term cooperation.
The forum laid the groundwork for future interaction and the integration of various cultural and educational initiatives with the aim of developing the Northwestern Region through joint efforts in the fields of arts and culture.
