Russia is taking steps to fundamentally modernize its economy. Through investment incentives, innovation offensives and efficiency-enhancing measures, the country wants to reduce its dependence on its natural wealth and become an innovative economic power. Active in Russia for 160 years, Siemens is playing a key role in the country's modernization drive. This year's Future Dialogue is also taking place in Russia. High-ranking political decision-makers, scientists and business leaders are meeting in Skolkovo, at the gates of Moscow, to discuss innovation.