Past events
Forum events in 2011
World Economic Forum on Latin America
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 27-29 April 2011
Latin America, a thriving middle income region of more than 600 million people, is a leading global trader of agro-products with major reserves of raw materials and immense rainforests, which are vital for the global climate and a potential for renewable energies. With major global environment and sports events taking place in the coming years, most countries in the region are on the front line in attracting private investment.
With this both these points in mind, 400 of the most prominent leaders from Latin America and other parts of the world convened in Rio de Janeiro to discuss the region’s infrastructure, security, environmental sustainability and ongoing growth and progress.
BT was a Summit Partner Luis Alvarez, President EMEA & Latin America for BT Global Services, attended the Summit to speak at a session on "Infrastructure for a Latin American Decade". He shared insights on what BT has done to develop world-leading, high-speed, secure IT services and network infrastructure in many markets and particularly the UK – ready for the London 2012 Olympics.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/LatinAmerica2011.
World Economic Forum on Africa
Cape Town, South Africa, 4-6 May 2011
Africa’s economies outperformed many other regions during the depths of the recent crisis. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts positive growth of 4.3% in 2010 and 5.3% in 2011.
Climate change, energy supply, food security and changing demographics remain pressing challenges, but simultaneously serve to stimulate growth opportunities. Africa’s leaders realize that future sustainable growth will stem from stronger regional partnerships and increased integration in the global economy. In 2011, more than 700 participants attended at this important annual event.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/africa2011.
World Economic Forum on Europe & Central Asia
Vienna, Austria, 7-9 June, 2011
Taking place under the theme “Expanding the Frontiers of Innovation”, this summit focussed on facilitating growth, enhancing security and ensuring sustainability. It looked at how the European and Central Asian economies can integrate more effectively to enhance competitiveness and deliver growth across the region, how businesses can place innovation at the top of their business models and how to get incentives right using a knowledge triangle of education, research and innovation to drive competitiveness and growth.
Sir Michael Rake, Chairman, BT Group, was one of the Summit co-chairs at this important event at which more than 500 participants attended from Central, Eastern Europe and Asia.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/Europe2011.
World Economic Forum on East Asia
Jakarta, Indonesia, 12-13 June 2011
As Chair of ASEAN in 2011, its largest economy and a member of the G20, Indonesia is the ideal location to host the 20th anniversary of the World Economic Forum on East Asia, convening leaders from business, government and civil society to address the region’s key challenges.
This year, leaders from industry and government focussed on “Responding to the New Globalism” and how to collaborate to foster deeper intra-regional trade and sustain robust growth.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/eastasia2011.
5th Annual Meeting of the New Champions
Dalian, People's Republic of China, 14 -16 September 2011
The fifth Annual Meeting of New Champions, also known as the “Summer Davos”, will take place in Dalian. Last year’s Meeting in Tianjin convened 1,300 participants, including over 400 CEOs from Forum Partner and Member companies together with up-and-coming leaders from business, politics, science and technology from 80 countries. The theme for 2011 is “Mastering a New Business Matrix” and the Forum expects even stronger participation with over 1,500 participants.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/NewChampions.
World Economic Forum on the Middle East
Dead Sea, Jordan, 21-23 October 2011
2011 has brought about a remarkable momentum of change in the Middle East. Inspired by the transformations in Tunisia and Egypt, innovations in governance, business strategies and social policies are being deliberated to meet the aspirations of young and vibrant populations. This meeting theme will be “Innovation and Change in the Middle East” and it will engage the full range of stakeholders to provide a holistic and timely perspective on the future direction for the region.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/events.
India Economic Summit
Mumbai, India, 12-14 November 2011
Over 25 years the annual India Economic Summit has evolved into the most effective platform for discussing emerging economic and social priorities in India. More than 700 leaders from industry, government, the media and civil society - from India and 40 other countries - will convene to shape India’s global, regional and industry agendas.
In 2011 the Summit will focus on how leaders from businesses and government collaborate to balance the economic high-growth imperative with inclusive growth and sustainability, and also how India can increase its stake and active role in regional and international cooperation on key issues such as climate change.
For more information visit http://www.weforum.org/events.