As the full impact of the crisis is yet to be felt, it’s critical to take stock of the short and long-term consequences on global trade, supply chains and employment, especially in those developing economies which heavily rely on exportations as a primary source of income.
Will trade activities return to normal? How many jobs will be lost? Can companies continue producing and will global production chains be revamped after the crisis? These are some of the questions speakers from the WTO, ILO and Employers’ Organisation will provide insights on in IOE’ next digital conference.
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Participants:
1/ Bob Koopman, Chief Economist and Director of economic research, World Trade Organization
2/ Sangheon Lee, Director Employment Policy Department, International Labour Organization
3/ Eva Hampl, Senior Director for Trade, Investment and Financial Services, United States Council for International Business
4/ Farooq Ahmed,Secretary General, Bangladesh Employers Federation
5/ Phil O’Reilly, Managing Director, Iron Duke Partners
