Adapting to a fast-evolving digital landscape, the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) will debut its eWeek from 4 to 8 December, in a major revamp of its annual eCommerce Week series which began in 2016.
Themed "Shaping the future of the digital economy", the UNCTAD eWeek will feature over 150 sessions focused on tackling pressing issues related to digitalization.
Key topics will range from platform governance, the development impact of artificial intelligence (AI), eco-friendly digital practices, to empowering women through digital entrepreneurship and accelerating digital readiness in developing countries. See the full programme.
UNCTAD Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan said: "The digital economy plays a critical role in advancing development goals at all levels. Through inclusive and multi-stakeholder discussions, we can together build a global digital future that works for all."
The weeklong event will gather governments, CEOs, heads of international organizations, civil society representatives and other stakeholders.
High-level speakers will include Amandeep Singh Gill, the UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Technology; Deemah AlYahya, secretary-general of the Digital Cooperation Organization; Nizar Ben Neji, Tunisa's minister of communication and technologies; Henry Puna, secretary general of the Pacific Islands Forum; as well as top executives from the global investment and IT community.
