Assist. Prof. Ljubiša Mićić, faculty member at the Faculty of Economics, University of Banja Luka, and Head of the Business Informatics Study Program, participated in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2026), held from 3 to 6 June 2026 in St. Petersburg, Russia.
SPIEF is one of the world's leading platforms dedicated to economic development, innovation, digital transformation, and international cooperation. According to the organizers, this year's forum gathered approximately 20,000 participants from more than 130 countries and territories, including government officials, international organizations, universities, research institutions, and leading companies from around the world.
Particular attention was devoted to artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty, cybersecurity, the digital economy, and the growing interconnection between technology and economic development. Through numerous panels and discussions, participants explored how emerging technologies are reshaping business models, public policies, education, and global competitiveness, topics of particular relevance to business informatics and digital transformation.
In addition to the forum itself, Dr. Mićić participated in a special international programme held from 1 to 7 June 2026, as the only participant from Republika Srpska and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The programme was officially opened at Saint Petersburg State University of Economics and included lectures, expert discussions, working meetings, and study visits focused on economic development, education, digital transformation, and international cooperation.
The programme also included visits to some of the most important sites of Russian culture and history, including the State Hermitage Museum, Peterhof, and the historic centre of St. Petersburg.
The knowledge and experience gained during the visit will contribute to the further development of teaching and research activities at the Faculty of Economics, University of Banja Luka, particularly in the areas of business informatics, digital transformation, innovation, and international cooperation.
Participation in SPIEF 2026 further strengthened the international visibility of the University of Banja Luka and the Faculty of Economics, while creating new opportunities for future academic and research cooperation.
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