Wednesday, November 10, 2021

This webinar session aims to explore the complex intersection of trade, as part of sustainable development, and peace, addressing the theoretical foundations, empirical evidence and practical applications. In an interactive discussion, experts and practitioners in this subject area will discuss the opportunities, challenges and dimensions involved in pursuing greater cooperation and partnership between different actors in the field. The webinar will begin by introducing the WTO Trade for Peace Programme in harnessing trade as a vehicle for peace across its various pillars.
 
Panelists:

Dr. Achim Wennmann, Advisor to the Director, Strategic Development and Partnerships, Geneva Graduate Institute
Mr. Sean Lees,  Business and Human Rights Specialist, UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub
Mr.  Nyingtob Norbu, Section on Countries in Special Situation, OES, UN ESCAP
Ms. Anoush der Boghossian, WTO’s Trade and Gender Focal Point
 
Moderator:
Mr. Mustapha Sadni Jallab, Technical Assistance and Academic Networks Coordinator, Academic Outreach and WTO Chairs Programme, WTO
 
Register here

 
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtdeytqT8vGNUbsZc7WrrjK4AG3nYDxg0H