Forum on Critical Supply Chains: Policy tools for preparedness and responsiveness
The intricate networks of international flows of goods, services, capital, and technology that make up global supply chains are currently facing substantial challenges arising from geopolitical complexities and the impacts of climate change. Recent pandemic-related disruptions have revealed long-standing vulnerabilities in supply chains, especially those associated with concentration and dependence on a single economy or region for the supply of critical products, a circumstance exacerbated by recent geopolitical tensions. This Forum will discuss the complexity of supply chains and will bring together experts from industry, think tanks, and relevant policymakers.
Watch the high-level opening session on 26 March 2024 at 10:00 CET: Watch the livestream here