Date: 9 - 11 November 2020 Time: 15:00 (SGT, +8 GMT) Register here
Closing a 3-year cycle on SDG 12 - Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) - this year's conference will provide new perspectives on the topics of Single-use Plastic, Sustainable Garments and Sustainable Food Production, all in the light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
As a result, the Conference will follow these four streams:
The Plastic Initiatives - 3R in Action I Sustainable Garment I Inclusive Food Value Chains as a Way of Transition to Circular Economy I Health Agenda Post COVID-19
The conference objectives are:
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To contribute to a better understanding of SCP and circular economy among ASEM Partners
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To support multi-stakeholder, regional and international dialogues on single-use plastic, sustainable agriculture, sustainable textile and public health
- To provide platform for collaboration and mutual learning
Speakers and Participants:
This conference will gather approximately 100 participants and speakers, including:
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Countries’ representatives from relevant ministries working on SDGs’ implementation in the ASEM region
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International experts, civil society, academia and business representatives working on SDGs’ implementation, with focus on SCP and circular economy
- Sustainable development experts and practitioners based in hosting country
Expected Outcomes:
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An international conference enabling stakeholders to exchange ideas on SDGs implementation, with a focus on SDG 12 and its interlinkages
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A report detailing conference proceedings and summarising expert presentations
