Program

PANEL 1. FINANCE: The financial system of tomorrow – geopolitics, digitalization and cooperation in the 21st century

The global financial system is in the midst of vast/deep transformation. Cashless transactions are taking the center stage, new, unprecedented players are entering the market, central banks are taking up novel roles, while the financial system is becoming increasingly interconnected through the linkages of instant payment systems and CBDC schemes. With financial technology surging, sustainable efforts increasing and geopolitics getting heated people cannot help but wonder what lies ahead for the global financial system. The panel will discuss what form financial services and the financial system can take in the future, and what we can do to build a financial system for the future.

PANEL 2. GEOPOLITICS: The future of geopolitics, the geopolitics of the future

The world is undergoing radical changes, with economic and political power transitions. The newly emerging power hubs reshape the global order, and parallelly, with the technical achievements of Industrial Revolution 5.0 the nature of conflicts is transitioning towards sphere of influences, resources and supplies. Communication is key in boosting productivity and problem-solving, while it contributes to our future through logical decision making. How the dialogue of G2 could de-escalate or even prevent these conflicts while supporting the transition to sustainability? Are there other peace mediation options? The Geopolitics panel discussion aims to analyse the most definitive factors of the future through the lenses of geopolitics.

PANEL 4. ECONOMY: Sustainable prosperity: Unveiling the pillars of economic success

The panel reconsiders economic success by focusing on sustainable growth over traditional GDP metrics. Experts will discuss crafting an effective economic policy mix, identifying the foundational elements for a thriving economic strategy, emphasizing well-being and prosperity as crucial indicators. The panel explores the integration of knowledge-based economies for sustainability and how knowledge became an essential tool for fostering sustainable economic growth. The panel addresses reforming capitalism for a more sustainable redistribution of goods, challenging traditional growth paradigms for a new economic future.

PANEL 5. MULTILATERAL COOPERATION: Adapting to Change: The Next Chapter of Multilateralism in an Ever Changing World

The panel aims to dissect the multifaceted dimensions of challenges facing global governance and the imperative for renewal in the face of a new world order. It will discuss strategies in enhancing the adaptability of multilateral frameworks to effectively address evolving geopolitical, economic, climate and technological changes. Experts will unpack the crises faced by international organisations, delve into the complexities of shifting power dynamics, the inclusion imperative, will make assessments on sustainable global governance and by doing so, will illuminate pathways in shaping the future of a resilient multilateral landscape.