Sergienko N.S., Suslyakova O.N. Prospects for the Development of the Pharmaceutical Cluster in the Kaluga Region

Abstract: The object of the research is the process of the development of pharmaceutical cluster in the Kaluga region. The subject of the research is a set of measures aimed at creating conditions for the development of the pharmaceutical industry in a particular region. The authors examine the prerequisites and conditions for the development of the pharmaceutical cluster in the specific constituent of the Russian Federation. Special attention is paid to the tools of support from the government of the region on the implementation of investment policy in the development of the pharmaceutical industry and strategies for the industry development in the region. In their research the authors have used the systems, statistical and logical analysis methods as well as descriptive and comparative methods of processing and systematization of data. The main conclusion made on the basis of the research results is the following: for the development of strategically important industries for the economy of the country it is required to create certain infrastructure and administration in additional to budget investments inculding regional investments. The novelty of the research is caused by the fact that the authors define the role of public authorities at the regional level and industry sector in stimulating investment activities and establishing appropriate procedures and standards governing the development of the pharmaceutical cluster. The results can be used to develop regional regulatory acts aimed at regulation of investment activity, as well as to adjust existing documents. The results of the study can serve as a basis for further research in the field of formulation and evaluation of investment activities in the constituent entities of the Russian Federation. 

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