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7:00 – 7:40 AM EDT | 4:30 \u2013 5:10 PM\u00a0IST | 7:00 \u2013 7:40 PM SGT Vinai Thummalapally<\/a> Antony J. Blinken<\/a><\/span> Subrahmanyam Jaishankar Jose W. 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The COVID-19 pandemic has further exposed the economic inequality and disproportionate impact on workers throughout the world, including the Indo-Pacific region, and revealed vulnerabilities in global supply chains. Therefore, dialogue and cooperation between governments, businesses, and workers is essential to promoting a sustainable economic recovery, and to ensure populations disproportionately affected by the pandemic are not left behind.<\/p>\n Trade and trade policies can support efforts to protect worker rights and improve working conditions, which in turn can reduce trade barriers, promote foreign investment, and contribute to inclusive economic growth. In addition, governments and businesses must also work together create a fair, rules-based international trading system, which includes ensuring global supply chains do not include forced labor and other exploitative labor practices.<\/p>\n To build understanding of the role of trading partners in the Indo-Pacific region including governments and businesses in protecting workers, the panel will highlight positive examples of public-private partnerships in the region working to promote internationally recognized labor standards, including those where workers have a prominent role.<\/p>\n Co-moderator: Ambassador Katherine Tai<\/a><\/span> Co-moderator: Marty Walsh<\/a><\/span> Wai-Chan Chan<\/span><\/span><\/a> Muhammad Lufti<\/a><\/span> Shoya Yoshida<\/a><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/vimeo.com\/648716802\/1a27b7d015″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Watch Now” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#002f6c”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Promoting a Worker Centric Trade Policy” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#002f6c” custom_margin=”24px|auto||auto||” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true” border_radii=”on|1px|1px|1px|1px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.22)” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n While linkages between trade and labor have been a feature of trade agreements and preference programs, public-private engagements to promote business have not always included workers. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exposed the economic inequality and disproportionate impact on workers throughout the world, including the Indo-Pacific region, and revealed vulnerabilities in global supply chains. Therefore, dialogue and cooperation between governments, businesses, and workers is essential to promoting a sustainable economic recovery, and to ensure populations disproportionately affected by the pandemic are not left behind.<\/p>\n Trade and trade policies can support efforts to protect worker rights and improve working conditions, which in turn can reduce trade barriers, promote foreign investment, and contribute to inclusive economic growth. In addition, governments and businesses must also work together create a fair, rules-based international trading system, which includes ensuring global supply chains do not include forced labor and other exploitative labor practices.<\/p>\n To build understanding of the role of trading partners in the Indo-Pacific region including governments and businesses in protecting workers, the panel will highlight positive examples of public-private partnerships in the region working to promote internationally recognized labor standards, including those where workers have a prominent role.<\/p>\n Moderator: Katherine Tai<\/strong> Martin Walsh<\/strong> Shoya Yoshida<\/strong> <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Expanding Internet Connectivity” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#002f6c” custom_margin=”60px|auto||auto||” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true” border_radii=”on|1px|1px|1px|1px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.22)” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n There is an enormous need for infrastructure in developing countries \u2014but infrastructure that is low-quality, feeds corruption, or exacerbates environmental degradation may only end up contributing to greater challenges for countries over time. When done the right way, however\u2014with transparent, sustainable, and catalytic investments\u2014 infrastructure can be the strong foundation that spurs growth and prosperity in low- and middle-income societies.<\/p>\n This was the impetus behind President Biden and the G7 Leaders\u2019 announcement of the Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative in June. B3W is a values-driven, high-standard, and transparent infrastructure partnership in an effort to galvanize the energy, attention, and funding needed to help low- and middle-income countries meet the infrastructure needs to succeed in the 21st century. Together with the private sector, other U.S. stakeholders, and G7 partners, the United States will aim to mobilize hundreds of billions of dollars of infrastructure investment across the globe.<\/p>\n The panel will discuss investment opportunities and financing structures that draw in private investors. Panelist will also highlight areas in which investors see opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region, and the markers investors seek within projects in the region.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/vimeo.com\/648740324\/cdef66bdc6″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Watch Now” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#002f6c” locked=”off”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Expanding Internet Connectivity” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” locked=”off” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#002f6c” custom_margin=”60px|auto||auto||” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true” border_radii=”on|1px|1px|1px|1px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.22)” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n There is an enormous need for infrastructure in developing countries \u2014but infrastructure that is low-quality, feeds corruption, or exacerbates environmental degradation may only end up contributing to greater challenges for countries over time. When done the right way, however\u2014with transparent, sustainable, and catalytic investments\u2014 infrastructure can be the strong foundation that spurs growth and prosperity in low- and middle-income societies. <\/span><\/p>\n This was the impetus behind President Biden and the G7 Leaders\u2019 announcement of the Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative in June. B3W is a values-driven, high-standard, and transparent infrastructure partnership in an effort to galvanize the energy, attention, and funding needed to help low- and middle-income countries meet the infrastructure needs to succeed in the 21st century. Together with the private sector, other U.S. stakeholders, and G7 partners, the United States will aim to mobilize hundreds of billions of dollars of infrastructure investment across the globe. <\/span><\/p>\n The panel will discuss investment opportunities and financing structures that draw in private investors. Panelist will also highlight areas in which investors see opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region, and the markers investors seek within projects in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Expanding Internet Connectivity” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” locked=”off” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#002f6c” custom_margin=”60px|auto||auto||” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true” border_radii=”on|1px|1px|1px|1px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.22)” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n A 2020 International Telecommunication Union report estimated that only 45 percent of individuals in Asia and the Pacific have access to the Internet. Rural areas significantly lag behind urban areas for Internet access, and a lack of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) skills and training impedes Internet use for many, particularly women and other disadvantaged communities. In addition to a rural\/urban digital divide, there is also a digital gender divide as women access the Internet at a much lower percentage than men, complicating efforts to deliver essential information and government services and participate in the digital economy.<\/p>\n Safe, interoperable, reliable and affordable internet access can lift communities out of poverty by enabling access to the digital economy which, in turn, reduces education gaps between urban and rural communities, and increases access to information and services, including vital health services during the Covid pandemic. By investing in broadband, wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi), and other technologies, governments and the private sector can help bridge inequities across communities and create lasting change which affords the global citizenry access to the technology increasingly necessary to live meaningful, productive lives. Government and industry collaborations are essential to creating more sustainable and inclusive economies, which, in turn, will be critical to long-term global economic growth and social cohesion.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/vimeo.com\/647013549\/bc39377490″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Watch Now” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#002f6c” locked=”off”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”8:40 \u2013 9:30 AM EDT | 6:10 \u2013 7:00 PM IST \u01c0 8:40 \u2013 9:30 PM SGTConcurrent Breakouts” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”60px||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”14px||14px|||” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n 8:40 \u2013 9:30 AM EDT | 6:10 \u2013 7:00 PM IST \u01c0 8:40 \u2013 9:30 PM SGT [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Bangladesh: Leading Entrepreneurship” _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#002f6c” custom_margin=”60px|auto||auto||” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true” border_radii=”on|1px|1px|1px|1px” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(0,0,0,0.22)” locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n As Bangladesh celebrates the 50th anniversary of independence, its economic growth has consistently ranked among the top nations in the Indo-Pacific. A focus on robust internet penetration, accelerated digitization, adaptability to the evolving digital ecosystem, and openness to human-centric solutions will be crucial to fostering inclusive economic growth over the next fifty years and achieving the country\u2019s \u201cDigital Bangladesh\u201d vision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n What can Bangladesh and other Indo-Pacific nations do to build entrepreneur- and startup-friendly environments and promote digital innovation? What ingredients are necessary to help the digital economy grow and how can nations promote digital trade? This session will draw lessons from the stories of both U.S. and Bangladeshi firms, including entrepreneurs with deep linkages to U.S. institutions, who are creating dynamic solutions for the region in healthcare, logistics, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Keynote Remarks:
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<\/span><\/span><\/strong>Acting Director, U.S. Trade and Development Agency<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span><\/strong>Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/strong>Minister of External Affairs, Government of India<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span><\/strong>Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, U.S. Department of State<\/span><\/p>\n
Concurrent Breakouts<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nPromoting a Worker-Centric Trade Policy in the Indo-Pacific to Facilitate Sustainable<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
and Equitable Economic Recovery and Resilience<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/span><\/strong>U.S. Trade Representative, The Office of the United States Trade Representative<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
<\/strong><\/span>Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
<\/strong><\/span>Managing Director, The Consumer Goods Forum<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
<\/strong>Minister of Trade, The Republic of Indonesia<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
<\/strong>General Secretary, International Trade Union Confederation – Asia Pacific<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nPromoting a Worker-Centric Trade Policy in the Indo-Pacific to Facilitate Sustainable\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>and Equitable Economic Recovery and Resilience<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/span>U.S. Trade Representative, The Office of the United States Trade Representative<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
<\/span>Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n
<\/span>General Secretary, ITUC Asia-Pacific<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nMobilizing Private Investment for Build Back Better World (B3W) Infrastructure Priorities<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Deputy National Security Advisor, National Security Council<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
Acting Assistant Secretary for International Markets, U.S. Department of the Treasury<\/span><\/li>\n
Director<\/span>, Actis<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
Managing Director<\/span>, SCG International Corporation<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
General Manager and Senior Vice President of Asia-Pacific and Middle East Business<\/span>, Jacobs Engineering<\/span><\/li>\n
Managing Director, Infrastructure Finance and Advisory<\/span>, JP Morgan<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nMobilizing Private Investment for Build Back Better World (B3W) Infrastructure Priorities<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
Expanding Internet Access in The Indo Pacific to Bridge the Digital Divide and Increase Economic Growth and Connectivity<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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U.S. Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Communications and Information Policy, Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs,\u00a0U.S. Department of State<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
Senior Vice President of Business Development<\/span>, Mavenir<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
Vice President, Mobile Business Group<\/span>, Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. <\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
General Counsel and Head of Global Public Policy<\/span>,\u00a0Mastercard<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Concurrent Breakouts<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\nFostering Entrepreneurship and Digital Innovation in Bangladesh and the Indo-Pacific<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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U.S. Ambassador, the People’s\u00a0Republic of Bangladesh<\/span><\/li>\n
Vice President, Global Public Policy, Mastercard<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer, \u00a0Anchorless Bangladesh<\/span><\/li>\n
Chief Executive Officer, Shikho<\/span><\/li>\n