Regional Agenda World Economic Forum on Latin America Preliminary Programme · World Economic Forum on Latin America Preliminary Programme Riviera Maya, Mexico 06-08 May 2015 Regional

World Economic Forum on Latin AmericaPreliminary Programme

Riviera Maya, Mexico 06-08 May 2015

Regional Agenda

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Workshop / WorkStudio / WorkSpace session

On the record

Lunch / Dinner session

Televised session

This logo denotes GGC track sessions in the programme. Global Growth Company (GGC) tracks comprise a selection of sessions of particular relevance to companies experiencing strong growth and engaging in international expansion. GGC track sessions are an integral part of all Forum regional meeting programmes. Where appropriate, the output of each will be incorporated into subsequent GGC track sessions in the build-up to the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2015, which will take place in Dalian, People's Republic of China from 09 to 11 September

Interpretation

Programme Co-Chairs

Carlos Brito, Chief Executive Officer, Anheuser-Busch InBev, USA

Angelica Fuentes, Chief Executive Officer, Omnilife, and Founder, Angelíssima, Mexico

Eduardo Leite, Chairman of the Executive Committee, Baker & McKenzie, USA

Ignacio Sánchez Galán, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Iberdrola, Spain; Chair of Energy Utilities Community

Carlos Slim Domit, Chairman, América Movil, Mexico

Joseph E. Stiglitz, Professor, School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), Columbia University, USA

Strengthening the Foundations

Renewing the Framework

Programme Pillars

Modernizing for Tomorrow

World Economic Forum on Latin America - Preliminary Programme

2

Wednesday 6 May

07.30 - 19.00Grand Velas - Registration Area

registration

Registration Opens

08.00 - 20.00Fairmont Mayakoba - Unknown

private events

Private Industry and Constituent Meetings

18.30 - 19.00Grand Velas - Lobby Area - Zen

transfer

Transfer to Welcome ReceptionThe shuttle service will run continuously from the Grand Velas Hotel to Xcaret Park from 18.30 to 19.00.

You must wear your badge to use this service and to take part in the Welcome Reception.


3

Wednesday 6 May

19.00 - 21.00Xcaret Park - Unknown

welcome reception

Welcome Reception

21.00 - 22.00Xcaret Park - Unknown

transfer

Transfer back to HotelsThe shuttle service will run continuously from Xcaret Park to the Grand Velas and Fairmont Hotels from 21.00 to 22.00.


4

Thursday 7 May

09.00 - 10.00Grand Velas - Morelia

macroeconomy

Macroeconomic ResilienceHow are policy-makers responding to current macroeconomic risks?

Dimensions to be addressed: - Fiscal imbalances - Currency fluctuations- Volatility in oil, commodity prices and capital flows

09.00 - 10.00Grand Velas - Monterrey

climate change

Towards Net-Zero EmissionsHow can companies implement cost-effective emission reduction strategies?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Corporate carbon pricing- Scaled renewable energy generation- Elimination of deforestation in supply chains

09.15 - 10.15Grand Velas - Guadalajara

energy outlook

The Regional Energy OutlookWhat effect will recent changes in the energy landscape have on Latin American economies?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Deflation in oil prices- The increase in shale gas production- Clean energy technologies and regulation


5

Thursday 7 May

10.00 - 10.45Grand Velas - Networking Area

community break

Community Break

10.45 - 11.45Grand Velas - Chetumal - Plenary Hall

opening plenary

Advancing through a Renovation AgendaHow can structural reforms drive long-term prosperity in Latin America?


community lunch

Community Lunch


6

Thursday 7 May


building latin america

Building Latin America's FutureWhat is needed to accelerate Latin America's infrastructure development?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Financing strategies- Project quality and management- Regulatory framework


integrity

The Quest for IntegrityWhat strategies are successful in improving transparency and eliminating corruption?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Real cost of corruption- New models of shared responsibility - Global norms and standards


community break

Community Break


7

Thursday 7 May

16.00 - 17.30Grand Velas - Veracruz

institutional renovation

The Rise of InstitutionsWhat role should modern and efficient institutions play in the structural transformation of Latin America?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Restoring trust in institutions- Guaranteeing the rule of law- Creating opportunities for replication and scale


poverty to prosperity

From Poverty to ProsperityWith a new agenda for sustainable development in 2015, how can economies innovate to ensure delivery on these goals?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Alleviation of persistent poverty and inequality- Access to health and education- Environmental resilience


productivity

The Productivity ImperativeWhat strategies are required to unlock productivity and secure long-term regional growth?

Dimensions to be addressed: - Infrastructure- Human capital- Innovation capability


8

Thursday 7 May


global context

Latin America in ContextHow are global economic and geopolitical shifts shaping Latin America's future?

20.00 - 22.30Grand Velas - unknown

cultural soirée

Cultural Soirée

You must wear your badge to take part in the Cultural Soirée.


9

Friday 8 May


networking breakfast

Networking Breakfast


skills gap

Eliminating the Skills GapHow can new education models help develop the skills needed for Latin America's economy?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Curriculum reform- Digital and self-learning approaches- Corporate education and matching partnerships


public security

Building Secure SocietiesWhat new approaches are needed to tackle organized crime successfully?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Crime prevention for improved public security- Responses to drug trafficking- Rehabilitation and reintegration of criminals


10

Friday 8 May


community break

Community Break


new urban agenda

The New Urban Agenda

How are cities being redesigned to improve urban resilience and modernity?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Improved public services - Pollution and emissions reduction- Disaster-proof infrastructure- Upgraded systems of transportation


latin america today

Latin America Today

What current national transformations are defining Latin America's future?

Dimensions to be addressed:- Political changes- Economic shifts- Social stability


11

Friday 8 May


closing plenary

A Roadmap for TransitionA conversation with leaders on the path forward for Latin America through uncertainty and change


farewell reception

Farewell Reception


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Regional Agenda World Economic Forum on Latin America Preliminary Programme · World Economic Forum on Latin America Preliminary Programme Riviera Maya, Mexico 06-08 May 2015 Regional