Accelerated by technological progress, globalization obscures all physical and mental demarcations. The balance is being re-established with the changing patterns of forming economic and social relations, while individuals, institutions and societies are scrambling to re-align themselves with the call of the new world and future expectations. The promise of freedom posed by limitless communication opportunities increases and diversifies not only economic processes, but also cultural and artistic activities. And within the current dynamics, geographical and political borders lose their original meanings.

We are living in an age where developments in information and communication technologies mark every aspect of life. The pace of life accelerates, while costs decline with the growing rate of productivity. Access to information and communication facilities trigger innovative business models, while pushing competition to levels never seen before. Transformation of inter-relationships between individuals and societies lead us to an urgent search for new economic and political models.

In order to sustain the dream for a safe and peaceful world where borders are obscured and sources are fairly shared, we must not only develop and employ advanced technologies, but also get to know different social and cultural fabrics, establish dialogues and institute new collaborations across all kinds of mental and physical boundaries.