Sustainable Trade Forum
Overview
Join Us for an Unprecedented Event
The Ministry of Economy is pleased to host the inaugural Sustainable Trade Forum on December 4th, 2023, during the much-anticipated COP28. This year, for the first time in history, COP28 is dedicating a full day to explore the nexus of trade and environmental sustainability, aptly themed “Trade Day.”
A Gathering of Visionaries
Under the esteemed chairmanship of H.E. Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi, the Sustainable Trade Forum will convene thought leaders, industry experts, and change-makers. Together, we will embark on a day-long journey through a series of thought-provoking sessions designed to reshape the future of global trade.
A Spotlight on Sustainability
The Forum will delve into pressing topics that define the sustainable trade landscape. Topics covered in these sessions will include:
- Exploring strategies for enhancing supply chain resilience amid global disruptions, with a focus on sustainability.
- Cultivating a green entrepreneurial spirit and fostering a startup ecosystem driven by sustainability principles.
A Platform for Change
Our event is more than just a conference—it is a platform for action. It’s an opportunity to forge new partnerships, gain novel insights, and contribute to the global dialogue on sustainable trade practices. Join us as we work together to create a green legacy for future generations through the power of sustainable trade.
Speakers
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H.E. Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi
Minister of State for Foreign Trade
Ministry of Economy, UAE
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H.E. Humza Yousaf
First Minister
The Scottish Government
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Arnoud van den Berg
Group Chief Executive Officer
Al Dahra Group
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Le Thi Thu Thuy
Global CEO
VinFast
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Thibaud Simphal
Global Head of Sustainability
Uber
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Mohammad Almutawa
Group Chief Executive Officer
Ducab Group
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Oday Abbosh
Global Managing Partner, Global Sustainability Services Leader
IBM Consulting
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Roger Martella
Chief Sustainability Officer
General Electric
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Joaquin Rodriguez Torres Perrier
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Princeville Capital
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Fadi Ghandour
Executive Chairman
Wamda Group
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Patricia Bubner
Founder & CEO
Orbillion Bio, Inc.
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Irina Gerry
Chief Marketing Officer
Change Foods
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Kypros Zoumidou
Group CEO
Capital.com
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John Defterios
Visiting Professor, NYU Abu Dhabi
Moderator
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Saud Hassan Al Nowais
Commercial Attaché “Counselor”
United Arab Emirates to the United States of America
Agenda
Sustainable Trade Forum
LOCATION: Plenary 1 – Al Hairat in B8, DEC North, adjacent to the Al Waha Theatre.
12:30 – 1:15 pm
Panel Session 1: Strengthening Sustainable Supply Chain Resilience: Navigating Global Disruption
In an era of unprecedented global disruptions such as pandemics, geopolitical tensions, and climate change, constructing robust and sustainable supply chains is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. This session aims to traverse the journey of building resilient supply chains while embedding sustainability at its core.
H.E. Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Ministry of Economy, UAE
H.E. Humza Yousaf, First Minister, The Scottish Government
Arnoud van den Berg, Group Chief Executive Officer, Al Dahra Group
Le Thi Thu Thuy, Global CEO, VinFast
Thibaud Simphal, Global Head of Sustainability, Uber
Mohammad Almutawa,Group Chief Executive Officer, Ducab Group
Oday Abbosh, Global Managing Partner, Global Sustainability Services Leader, IBM Consulting
Moderator: John Defterios,Visiting Professor, NYU Abu Dhabi
1:15 – 2:00 pm
Panel Session 2: Fostering Green Entrepreneurship: Nurturing a Sustainability-led Startup Ecosystem
This session aims to stimulate insightful discussions around cultivating a sustainable entrepreneurial landscape, particularly within the green startup ecosystem. The discourse will traverse the journey of startups driving sustainability, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie within.
Roger Martella, Chief Sustainability Officer, General Electric
Kypros Zoumidou , Group CEO, Capital.com
Joaquin Rodriguez Torres Perrier , Co-Founder and Managing Partner , PrinceVille Capital
Fadi Ghandour, Executive Chairman, Wamda Group
Patricia Bubner, Founder & CEO, Orbillion Bio, Inc.
Irina Gerry, Chief Marketing Officer, Change Foods
Moderator: Saud Hassan Al Nowais, Commercial Attaché “Counselor”, United Arab Emirates to the United States of America
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