The agenda of the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2024 was released

March 26-29, 2024

Hainan Bofeng

Asia and the World: Common Challenges and Shared Responsibilities

All sessions on the agenda are Beijing time

Tuesday, March 26

07:00—22:00

enroll

(Peilanqiao Registration Center)

10:00—11:00

Annual Conference Press Conference & Flagship Report Conference

(News Center: Seagull Hall)

12:00—13:30

Buffet lunch

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

14:30—15:45

Investing in Asia's future

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Asia has become a hot spot for global capital. Although the slow recovery and increasing uncertainty in the international economy have weighed on global trade and investment growth, Asia remains a key region for global trade and investment, attracting global capital and determining the direction of capital flows to a large extent.

- What are the new features of cross-border capital flows in Asia, and what are the new trends in intra-regional and extra-regional capital flows?

- How can we boost investor confidence, further improve the investment ecosystem and enhance the attractiveness of foreign investment?

- Do capital flows have an impact on financial markets and financial stability in Asian economies?

14:30—15:45

Reduce trade fragmentation

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- The WTO warns that increasing trade fragmentation will impose huge costs on the global economy, especially in developing countries. How can countries strengthen cooperation and avoid sliding further into trade protectionism?

- In recent years, the global industrial chain, supply chain and value chain have continued to adjust. What changes have taken place at present, and how can we solve the problem of imbalance in development between and within countries caused by the global allocation of resources, and promote economic globalization that benefits all people?

- What actions should the international community take to promote WTO reform?

16:15—17:30

How far away is the "singularity" of the scientific and technological revolution?

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- What will the world look like if disruptive technologies such as strong artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and controlled nuclear fusion can empower each other and achieve breakthroughs?

- In which areas is the technological revolution most likely to approach the singularity?

- AI for Science has shown great potential to break through the bottlenecks of traditional scientific research capabilities, what new breakthroughs will emerge in the future?

16:15—17:30

Accelerate the transition to zero-carbon electricity

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- The 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), which ended last year, proposed for the first time to promote the gradual removal of the energy system from fossil fuels in a fair and orderly manner and increase the proportion of renewable energy. According to the IEA's projections, Asia will consume half of the world's electricity by 2025, and as early as 2021, Asia accounted for half of global carbon emissions, so accelerating the transition to zero carbon in Asia is a top priority and a key measure to combat global climate change.

17:30—18:30

Boao Forum for Asia Advisory Committee Meeting

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(By invitation only)

18:30—20:00

Welcome dinner for members and partners of the Boao Forum for Asia

(Yiyong Hall and Changyan Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(By invitation only)

18:00—20:00

Buffet dinner

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

Wednesday, March 27

07:00—22:00

enroll

(Peilanqiao Registration Center)

09:00—10:15

AIGC changes the world

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Currently, generative artificial intelligence (AIGC) applications such as ChatGPT are developing rapidly. What breakthroughs are coming next?

- What changes have taken place in human production and lifestyle, and what risks may they face?

- How can governments and the private sector establish effective and collaborative AI development mechanisms?

09:00—10:15

Social governance and regional security

-- Economic and social development and drug problem control

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- At present, the drug problem has become a major issue affecting the security and economic development of the global region, what are the major risks and challenges?

- In the face of the intensifying global drug crisis, how should the international community strengthen anti-drug exchanges and cooperation, establish and improve anti-drug cooperation mechanisms, and how should countries around the world improve their drug control capabilities, eliminate the adverse impact of the drug problem on regional security and economic and social development, and jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind free from the harm of drugs?

09:00—10:15

"Innovation, green, digital intelligence, and integration" lead high-quality development

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- In the context of a new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, it is of great significance to accelerate the "four transformations" of innovation-driven transformation, green and low-carbon transformation, digital intelligence transformation, and sharing and integration transformation to build new quality productivity and promote high-quality industrial development.

- How should the "four major transformations" exert force, empower each other, and jointly promote each other?

- What are the practices of enterprises in the "Four Transformations", and what are the challenges and opportunities they face?

- What top-level designs and incentive policies do governments have to promote the "four transformations" and lead high-quality development?

09:00—10:30

Youth Forum

(Dongyu Ballroom C, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

09:30—11:00

Boao Forum for Asia Council Meeting

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(By invitation only)

09:30—11:00

Chinese Business Roundtable

(Cloud Pavilion on the second floor of BFA Hotel)

(By invitation only)

10:45—12:00

Deepen financial cooperation in Asia

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Financial cooperation in Asia and economic development and integration in Asia are inseparable and mutually reinforcing. Against the backdrop of sluggish world economic recovery, what are the key areas of financial cooperation in Asia to promote the development of the real economy?

- How to enhance the connectivity of Asia's financial infrastructure to promote investment and trade in the region?

- How can Asia's financial safety net be further improved?

- Do Asian countries need to create their own IMF?

11:15—12:00

Boao Forum for Asia General Assembly

(Yiyong Hall and Changyan Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(Forum members only)

12:00—13:30

Buffet lunch

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

13:00—14:15

New trends in corporate ESG information disclosure

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- As an important carrier of corporate ESG performance, ESG information disclosure is considered to be an important channel for corporate social responsibility, brand image improvement, and corporate value. Corporate ESG strategies and practices will have a significant impact on corporate sustainability.

- What are the trends in global ESG information disclosure? How should companies better respond to ESG disclosure?

- In light of international standards, what are the characteristic practices of ESG information disclosure in China?

- What are the current status and development trends of monetization measurement of corporate social value?

13:00—14:15

Accelerate action on climate change

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Climate change poses a huge challenge to sustainable human development. How can the international community accelerate action to meet the global temperature targets set by the Paris Agreement?

- Climate action requires significant investment, but inaction is much more costly. It is imperative to promote green financing to facilitate low-carbon transition. What are the current challenges and opportunities for climate finance?

13:00—14:15

Global geopolitical outlook

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Global geopolitical competition has intensified in recent years, and tensions in international relations have increased. What are the major risks and challenges in the international situation?

- What are the implications of large-scale regional conflicts on the world, and what is the way out?

- In the face of intensifying competition and confrontation between major powers, how should all parties strengthen solidarity and cooperation to jointly address global challenges?

13:00—14:30

Private Entrepreneurs Roundtable

(Yiyong Hall and Changyan Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(By invitation only)

13:30—15:00

U.S.-China Entrepreneur Dialogue

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(By invitation only)

14:45—16:00

The future of the new energy vehicle track

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- The pace of technological innovation of new energy vehicles has accelerated significantly, how will the intelligent transformation based on electrification be carried out, and what related technologies can be expected to iterate and upgrade?

- How can the energy revolution and the automotive revolution better achieve mutual reinforcement?

- How will fierce international competition affect the future of the new energy vehicle track?

14:45—16:00

World Economic Outlook

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- The world economy remains in a low-growth environment, with global growth expected to be just 3.1% in 2024. How should countries strengthen macroeconomic policy coordination and tap new growth drivers?

- What uncertainties and challenges will the global, Asian and emerging markets face in 2024?

- How can we further combat inflation and balance economic growth, employment and price stability?

- How will the further integration of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence with the economy and society bring about changes to the world economy, and how should we respond?

14:45—16:00

Enhance enterprise innovation

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- In today's increasingly competitive global economy, how can companies enhance their innovation to adapt to market and external challenges?

- Value creation is the basic requirement of an enterprise as a market entity and an important embodiment of its core competitiveness. How to enhance the creativity of enterprise value?

- How can companies optimize management practices to ensure they reach their full potential?

15:30—16:45

Global Free Trade Port Development: Partnership, Openness, and Cooperation

(Yiyong Hall and Changyan Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

- The concept and idea of building a global free trade zone (port) partnership.

- Explore the win-win cooperation model of the global free trade zone (Hong Kong), jointly promote global openness and cooperation, and promote opportunities for two-way trade, investment and project cooperation.

- Explore the continuous expansion of institutional opening-up in the global free trade zone (port) in terms of rules, regulations, management and standards, and build a market system that is in line with international rules.

17:15—18:30

The rise of the Global South

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- The rise of the Global South is accelerating as the global economic center of gravity shifts from advanced economies to the "Global South."

- How can the Global South deepen solidarity and cooperation in areas such as trade, debt, food, supply chains, science and technology, and climate change to jointly address risks and challenges?

- How should countries strengthen solidarity and cooperation to promote a more equal and orderly development of a multipolar world?

18:00—20:00

Buffet dinner

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

19:30—21:00

Dialogue of CEOs of Multinational Corporations

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

20:00—21:30

Cultural Roundtable

(Dongyu Ballroom C, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

Thursday, March 28

10:00—11:30

Opening Session

(Main Venue, 2nd Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

12:00—13:30

Buffet lunch

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

13:15—14:30

Focus on rare diseases and promote equitable access to health

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- It is the shared responsibility of the state and society to pay attention to rare diseases and promote equitable access to health. Rare diseases are a common medical problem faced by all countries in the world, and they are related to the health and protection of the rights and interests of more than 300 million rare disease patients around the world. At present, there are still many challenges in disease diagnosis and treatment, medical security, medical resource allocation, cross-border cooperation, drug R&D investment, research system, and talent training.

- What are some of the best practices that countries can learn from each other in addressing the challenge of rare diseases?

- How to improve access to rare disease diagnosis and treatment technologies and drugs through cross-border collaboration?

- How to promote the integration of government, industry and academia to build a more efficient diagnosis and treatment system for rare diseases?

13:45—15:00

China's economic outlook

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- In 2023, China's economy achieved its expected growth target, but there were also difficulties and challenges such as insufficient effective demand and weak social expectations. What are the prospects for China's economic growth in the next stage?

- China's reform and opening up has gone through 45 years and has entered a stage of in-depth reform and high-level opening-up. To achieve Chinese-style modernization, how should we make efforts in reform and opening up in the future?

14:00—15:00

Global Security Initiative: Solving Security Problems and Promoting World Peace

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Prominent security challenges and risks facing the international community;

- The value and role of the Global Security Initiative in solving global security challenges and promoting international security cooperation;

- The future role and role of the Global Security Initiative (GSI), and how can the GSI better integrate with the security concepts and policies of other countries, international and regional organizations or mechanisms, so as to jointly contribute to the promotion of world peace?

14:15—15:45

Australia-China Entrepreneur Dialogue

(Dongyu Ballroom C, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

14:30—16:00

IP for sustainable development

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

- How can IP drive innovation for global goals?Explore the transformative potential of IP at a critical juncture in the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to catalyse the technological breakthroughs needed to achieve our shared goals.

- Empowering Green Technologies through Global IP Strategies: Learn from global leaders such as WIPO Director General, Mr. Daren Tang, on developing IP strategies and advancing the development and deployment of green technologies.

- Integrating green technologies for sustainable growth: Learn how to integrate green technologies into the development agenda to pave the way for a more sustainable future. What are some practices leading this change, and how can they be applied globally?

- Showcase green innovation success stories: Participate in case studies to learn about the successful use of IP in enabling green innovation. What are the lessons learned, and how can they be replicated?

- Addressing IP Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable Development: How can stakeholders in various sectors work together to overcome barriers and maximize the opportunities presented by IP?

15:30—17:00

Roundtable on Green Investment and Financing for the Belt and Road Initiative

(Yiyong Hall and Changyan Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

- Aligning with the climate strategies of Belt and Road countries and promoting green investment and financing cooperation will effectively promote the Belt and Road countries and regions to address climate change and help them seize green development opportunities.

- What are the main difficulties and challenges faced by Belt and Road countries in green investment and financing?

- What institutional construction does the government need to do in preparing for green projects in Belt and Road countries?

- How to establish and improve the green financial market infrastructure of the Belt and Road countries, and drive market forces to allocate resources to green and low-carbon development?

How can financial institutions leverage their respective strengths to provide patient capital to invest in green supply chains and emerging technologies and industries?

15:30—16:45

Artificial Intelligence Global Governance

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- The huge potential risks of AI systems have attracted great attention and active discussion in the international community. What are the purposes and principles of AI governance?

- How to ensure that AI unleashes huge growth momentum while ensuring its security and controllability, and how to achieve "intelligence for good"?

- How to promote the formation of a unified global AI governance framework and standards?

- Is there a need for an international AI governance body similar to the IAEA?

15:30—16:45

A digital economy of convergence and innovation

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Digital technology is being fully integrated into all areas of economic and social development. How should governments and enterprises continue to promote the integrated development of the digital economy and the real economy?

- How can innovation be further encouraged while regulating the development of the digital economy?

- How can we bridge the gap and make the digital economy more accessible to more people?

- The private sector is an indispensable enabler of the development of the digital economy. What development strategies can private enterprises adopt to actively embrace the digital economy, and what kind of policy and environmental support are needed?

15:30—16:45

To build a growth hub in Asia

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Against the backdrop of a slowing global economic recovery, Asia remains the locomotive and powerhouse of world economic growth.

- How can Asia be better positioned as a growth center for the world economy?

- Since the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) came into effect more than two years ago, it has continued to unleash growth dividends. How to promote the upgrading of the RCEP mechanism and further stimulate the vitality of regional development?

- How to optimize industrial and supply chain cooperation among Asian countries to enhance competitiveness and reduce external shocks?

16:15—17:45

EU-China Business Dialogue

(Dongyu Ballroom C, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

17:00—18:00

Green development: Lighting up the future of cities and villages

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

- There is still a long way to go for human society to unite and respond to global issues and challenges such as energy shortages, food crises, extreme weather, regional conflicts, poverty, inequality, green transition, and inclusive development. Adapting to the new situation through innovation and change and achieving green, inclusive and sustainable development has become the general trend of development in today's world.

- The United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) both target urban and rural development and use them as a means to achieve social, economic and environmental sustainability. The international community has also made various attempts to do so.

- It is a major issue of regional and global significance to achieve green and sustainable development of urban and rural coordination by vigorously developing new quality productive forces, tackling chronic diseases and common diseases in large cities, promoting the upgrading of rural infrastructure, and improving the living environment of residents.

17:15—18:30

Jointly build a community with a shared future in the South China Sea

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea and promoting maritime cooperation in the South China Sea are the common responsibilities and aspirations of the countries surrounding the South China Sea.

- How can countries bordering the South China Sea promote the building of a community with a shared future in the South China Sea through the concept of extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits in global governance?

- How can countries surrounding the South China Sea put aside their disputes and use marine environmental protection and blue economy cooperation as a starting point to help marine governance and cooperation in the region?

17:15—18:30

The breakthrough of the real economy

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Today's real economy is facing unprecedented challenges, in the new round of global competition, where will the real economy go, and how to break through?

- Focusing on the development of new quality productivity, how can enterprises improve their scientific and technological innovation capabilities, give birth to new industries, new models, new kinetic energy, and create new growth points?

- In a market environment where aggregate demand is insufficient and capital is shifting from real to virtual, which industrial and financial policies can better help the real economy?

- How can the real industry, the digital economy and the virtual economy be better integrated and promoted?

- In the face of an uncertain market environment, how to reduce the interference of international politics on the real economy and ensure the resilience and stability of the production and supply chain of the real economy?

17:30—18:45

Tackling the climate crisis across political barriers

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Climate change poses a serious challenge and a real threat to the survival and development of mankind. Tackling climate change should not be a geopolitical bargaining chip or a factor that exacerbates trade barriers. It is urgent to protect the global ecological environment and strengthen international cooperation.

- How can countries overcome political barriers, strengthen policy coordination to address climate change, enhance cooperation on low-carbon development, and seek a way for people and nature to live in harmony?

- There are different views on the criteria for assigning responsibilities among countries to deal with climate change, how to seek common ground while reserving differences, reflect the responsibilities of major countries, and at the same time solve the difficulties of developing or underdeveloped countries?

- How can countries work together and complement each other's strengths in different areas of climate change response?

18:00—20:00

Buffet dinner

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

19:00—20:30

Joint Welcome Dinner

(Main Venue, 2nd Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

20:00—21:30

Women's round table

(Dongyu Ballroom C, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

(By invitation only)

Friday, March 29

09:00—10:15

Looking forward to an age-friendly society

(Dongyu Ballroom A, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Actively responding to the aging of the population and building an age-friendly society are common issues faced by many countries. How to further improve the three major systems of social security, pension services and health support?

- What are some lessons worth replicating for successful age-friendly cities and communities?

- What are the new connotations of the concept of healthy aging, and how to better care for the elderly and promote the construction of mental health of the elderly group?

09:00—10:15

Low-carbon energy transition

(Dongyu Ballroom B, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- In the process of low-carbon energy transition, how can countries grasp the relationship between disruption and independence, and achieve the set goals based on their respective resource endowments and development stages?

- The development process and prospects of wind, solar, hydrogen and nuclear energy.

09:00—10:15

High-quality Belt and Road Initiative

(Dongyu Ballroom D, 1st Floor, BFA International Conference Center)

- Over the past decade, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has achieved fruitful results in deepening the "hard connectivity" of infrastructure and the "soft connectivity" of technology, standards, rules, and operations. What are the key tasks to be done in these two areas in the next stage?

- How to jointly build the "Digital Silk Road", strengthen cooperation in scientific and technological innovation, digital economy and other fields, and inject new momentum into the economic transformation and industrial restructuring of the joint construction countries?

09:00—11:00

Financial Roundtable: Development of Asian Financial Markets and Financial Globalization

(Yiyong Hall and Changyan Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

- A sound financial market is an indispensable guarantee for the economic development of a country or region, and with the advancement of globalization, the domestic financial market is gradually becoming internationalized. The domestic financial market will inevitably be impacted by international financial risks, especially short-term cross-border capital flows, by absorbing advanced products, technologies, laws, and regulatory experience from the international market.

- In the process of financial opening-up, how can we grasp the rhythm and intensity of financial resource allocation, improve the efficiency and ability of a country's financial resource allocation, and enhance its international competitiveness and the influence of rules? How should the development of the financial market properly handle the relationship between domestic and international globalization? With the acceleration of scientific and technological iteration, what impact will the emergence of new financial technologies and new forms of business have on financial globalization, and what challenges will it bring to regulators?

09:30—11:00

Sub-forum on Religious Harmony and Mutual Learning among Civilizations

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

12:00—3:30

Buffet lunch

(BFA Hotel 1st Floor Yijing Western Restaurant, Asia Restaurant)

14:00—15:30

Carbon pricing, carbon markets and biodiversity finance

(Harmony Hall on the first floor of BFA Dongyu Island Hotel)

(By invitation only)

- At present, most of the carbon pricing arrangements made by countries around the world and Asia fail to effectively cover the social cost of carbon, and there are insufficient incentives for social resources to allocate to green technologies and low-carbon production, and there is still a huge gap in climate action and financing to achieve the Paris Agreement.

- How to measure the social cost of carbon in high-carbon industries to help policymakers think about reasonable and feasible carbon pricing?

- How is Asia's carbon market progressing, how can it be interconnected, and what are the main difficulties and challenges?

- What is the impact of the EU's CBAM on Asian exporters, and how can they better deal with it?

- How should more ideas for biodiversity finance, including biodiversity credit markets, be designed and structured to support biodiversity conservation and finance for nature in the world's major economies?

14:00—15:00

Press conference for the closing of the Annual Meeting

(News Center: Seagull Hall)

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