ASTANA ECONOMIC FORUM 2018 GLOBAL … · 18/05/2018 · astana economic forum 2018 global challenges summit 17 – 18 may 2018, astana day 1 17 may 2018 10:00 – 12:00 plenary session

ASTANA ECONOMIC FORUM 2018 GLOBAL CHALLENGES SUMMIT 17 – 18 May 2018, Astana

DAY 1 17 May 2018

10:00 – 12:00

PLENARY SESSION WITH THE PARTICIPATION WITH THE

PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN «WORLD OF GLOBAL CHALLENGES»

WORLD OF A UNIFIED ECONOMY Ministry of the National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan

12:30 – 13:45

GVA Kazakhstan / World Bank

Round table GALLOPING GROWTH IN INEQUALITY. COMBATING FINANCIAL SEGREGATION Despite growth in the global economy, the divide between rich and poor is growing at a significantly higher rate than ever before. The middle class is beginning to disappear, becoming a phenomenon of the mid-20th century. Inequality continues to grow rapidly around the world, on national, regional and municipal levels. Should we combat inequality or is this just the natural course of development? Is inequality a catalyst for economic growth? To what extent will financial segregation continue to progress?

12:30 – 13:45 GVA Kazakhstan /

World Bank

Presentation +Keynote ROBOTISATION AS A GLOBAL SOCIAL CHALLENGE AND OR OPPORTUNITY Since machines have started to take over more jobs, many people are either becoming unemployed or uncertain of their job prospects. Is the end of global growth upon us? On the one hand, these are just temporary obstacles necessary for the further growth of a radically - reorganized economy. Soon, robots may become our colleagues. On the other hand, there are a number of problems impeding the growth of the global economy. These include the debt epidemic and growing social stratification. Robotisation can potentially aggravate the current state of affairs. These problems may drag developing countries into a prolonged period of stagnation from which they will not be able to recover.

12:30 – 13:45 MNE of the Republic of

Kazakhstan / Center for

Strategic Initiatives

Round table (Brain storm) TAX AND BUDGETARY POLICY IN THE CONTEXT OF GLOBAL ECONOMIC CHALLENGES The slowdown in global economic growth and the drop in energy prices are increasing market competition and stimulating protective measures.

(CSI)

The question is whether this will grow into a more serious spiral of protectionism, or stop at some point. Current tendencies indicate that governments must be prepared for global shifts and begin stimulating tech industries. One of the most effective tools in this field could be tax incentives for priority sectors of the economy. What kind of tax policy should Kazakhstan and other states choose in the context of these reforms, and what are the problems and opportunities internet to these new conditions?

12:30 – 13:45 GVA Kazakhstan/

World Bank

Panel discussion WHAT IS CHINA HIDING? PROSPECTS AND DIFFICULTIES IN EURASIA`S LARGEST ECONOMY Unfortunately, there are guaranteed solutions. Each solution is only applicable at a certain moment in time under certain circumstances. However, there are successful cases of rapid growth: The Asian Tigers, China`s economic miracle, and so on. What do all success stories have in common and how can we find basis for growth?

14:00 - 15:15 GVA Kazakhstan/ World Bank/ MNE of the Republic of

Kazakhstan

Panel discussion (Debate) SLOWDOWN IN THE WORLD ECONOMY. TREND OR ABNORMALITY? The pace of growth of the world economy is declining and so is the ability of individual economies to adapt to the new conditions. Each new economic crisis carries more profound consequences. The last crisis in 2009 proved so severe that the growth rates of world GDP, for the first time in over 50 years, displayed negative results. Will the global economy achieve sustainable growth rates above 3%? Who is right, the techno-optimists or the supporters of long-term stagnation theory?

14:00 – 15:15 MNE of the Republic of Kazakhstan/

Reinventing the Bretton Woods

Committee

Round table REBUILDING MULTILATERALISM IN A MULTIPOLAR WORLD The prospects for multilateralism in the world`s economic, trade and political relationships are entering a new era, but are currently in a "gloomy" phase. The world economy is facing the end of the seventy-year reign of the international liberal order. A transition is underway from the dominant liberal order on which the modern world economy was founded to a more populist, protectionist and nationalist paradigm. As one part of the world is moving towards anti-globalization, along with the US's withdrawal from the WTO agreements and other forms of international cooperation, a revival of the Great Silk Road may become the next chapter for globalization and hold the promise of promoting cooperation, investment, innovation, trade and the establishment of a long-term partnership between China, Eurasia and the EU. How will developed and developing countries shape the global geopolitical landscape in the future, and what opportunities and risks do technological transformations present for humanity (including innovation, employment, inclusive growth and new technologies)?

14:00-15:15 PAO SBERBANK

Vision INNOVATIONS BECOME GLOBAL AND WHY BUSINESS LEADERS SHOULD ATTENTION TO THIS ATTENTION

17:00 – 18:15

MNE of the Republic of

Kazakhstan / ABD

Presentation THE NEW CENTRAL ASIAN TRADE AGENDA. STRENGTHENING THE ROLE OF THE PRIVATE SECTOR Interregional trade between Central Asian countries remains limited. At the same time as countries are carrying out structural reforms and implementing open trade strategies, the growing global tension in trade may potentially weaken business confidence and negatively affect private sector participation in global and regional value chains. How might a regional trade agenda affect the countries of Central Asia? Will the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program help catalyse trade and enhance synergy with the One Belt, One Road Initiative, the Eurasian Economic Union and other regional agreements or initiatives?

WORLD OF GLOBAL STRATEGY

Ministry of the National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan

8:00 – 9:45 EEC

Panel discussion EURASIAN ECONOMIC UNION AND IRAN: NEW PROSPECTS FOR PREFERENTIAL TRADE COOPERATION The EAEU and Iran have concluded negotiations on an Interim Agreement to form a free trade zone. The Agreement is expected to become an additional driver for deeper, more efficient and more diversified trade and economic interaction. What opportunities will it open for exporters from the EAEU and Iran? How will the trade regime change? Will the Agreement be able to become a new “point of growth” and bring the relations between the EAEU and Iran to a new strategic level? What further prospects exist to deepen cooperation?

12:30-13:45 EEC

Panel discussion HOW CAN A UNIFIED EURASIAN ECONOMIC SPACE BE CREATED? The member states of the EEU and PRC are promoting a broad agenda for joint development through the combined efforts of all the countries of the region and the neighbouring regions, and the recently-concluded Agreement on Trade and Economic Cooperation is one of the key examples in this area. What prospects do the countries of the EEU and the PRC see in developing their mutual interdependence, and what do they see as an effective response to the growing risks to economic growth? What steps could further increase the impact of cooperation on joint projects within the framework of the implementation of the new Agreement on Trade and Economic Cooperation and the One Belt, One Road Initiative? How should the expanded interaction between the EEU countries and the PRC n the Eurasian region be seen - should it be expressed in a new multilateral format for cooperation?

12:30 – 13:45 ME of the Republic

of Kazakhstan

Panel discussion (Studio) ACHIEVING THE GOALS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES WITHOUT ACCESS TO THE SEA Lack of territorial access to the sea, isolation and remoteness from world markets and high transport and transit costs impose severe restrictions on the overall socio-economic development and trade competitiveness of the 32 landlocked developing countries (LLDCs). There are a number of challenges for reducing the high costs and increasing the overall competitiveness of LLDCs in the international arena. What recommendations and opportunities might there be for improving the development and maintenance of transport infrastructure in LLDCs, expanding international transport support and strengthening cooperation in transport connections and trade for LLDCs in order to accelerate their achievement of Sustainable Development Goals? What assistance should be given to landlocked countries in order to mobilize a coordinated and collective effort to promote their special needs at international forums?

12:30 – 13:45 EEC

Panel discussion REGIONAL MEGABLOCS. THE WAY TO FRAGMENTATION OR A NEW GLOBALIZATION? Beginning in the middle of the past century, regional economic integration has been one of the key trends in the world economy. In various regions of the world, individual groups of countries have launched a variety of integration projects and initiatives devised to ensure deeper interconnection of national economies. During the past few decades, against the backdrop of a slowdown in the global economy and a significant reduction in international trade growth, economic integration is gaining new significance, with the pace set by the enlargement of regional integration entities and the formation of megaregional trade agreements with the active participation of the world’s leading economies. The formation and promotion of megapartnerships have become a key point in the economic and political agendas of leading world powers. So, what role does the integration of megapartnerships play in the transformation of world trade? Is trans-regionalization a logical evolution of the world economy and a path towards globalization, or will it lead to fragmentation of the global economic architecture? Do EAEU countries need their own “economic identity” in the context of active regional economic integration processes? What risks and opportunities does the integration of megapartnerships pose for the EAEU?

12:30-13:30 GVA Kazakhstan

Keynote UNDERSTANDING KAZAKHSTAN. KEYNOTE PRESENTATION

13:45 – 14:00 GVA Kazakhstan

Keynote HOW BUILDING A UNICORN-COMPANY. HOW DID WE CREATE SHAZAM?


Public interview EUROPE IN THE XXI CENTURY. DECLINE OR TRANSFORMATION?

15:30 - 16:30

GVA Kazakhstan

Public interview UNDERSTANDING CHINA


Panel discussion SPACE, OCEANS, AND ATMOSPHERE. STIMULI FOR A GLOBAL DEEP CLEAN ON THE PLANET AND IN THE COUNTRY Old methods of resources use have not stood the test of time: the negative effects of these methods has become noticeable everywhere. Still, no one is willing to pay in order to change the situation. How does humanity plan to purify the oceans and atmosphere if no agreement can be reached? What shape can economic incentives take?


Presentation (Debate) HOW TO PREVENT WORLD WAR III? The sharp contradictions in the political and economic world system in the context of the globalization of the world compel us to seek answers to the main question of the new century: can we avoid another global bloodshed? Escalation of numerous local conflicts, interreligious clashes, terrorism, overpopulation of the planet, lack of resources and proliferation of nuclear weapons are direct threats to world stability and prosperity. What are the ways to prevent these threats? What do the participating countries of the peace dialogue offer? What can supranational democracy give as an instrument of unification?


Round table THE THIRD MODERNISATION OF KAZAKHSTAN. HOW TO INTEGRATE INTO NEW MARKETS? In the coming years, Kazakhstan is likely to undergo dynamic changes in order to secure its place among the ranks of the most competitive economies. However, increasing labour productivity, development of institutions and investment in human capital do not guarantee success in the global arena. Successful integration into worldwide value generating chains is a critical task, especially with regard to dynamically growing new markets, like: unmanned and electric transport, digital solutions for cities, and so on. How can successful integration into global trends and leading positions in new markets be achieved? What natural resource independent sectors of the economy can become the drivers for Kazakhstan`s development?


Panel discussion OPTIMAL LIMITS FOR THE STATE SECTOR. HOW CAN THE STATE'S SHARE IN THE ECONOMY BE REDUCED? The share held by of government sectors in the global economy is slowly growing. Many consider this to constitute a significant challenge for effective development. How can governments effectively transfer the initiative to the private sector? Where are the limits of privatisation?

17:00 – 18:15 Foundation of

the First President of the Republic

Kazakhstan

Panel discussion TOWARD A GREATER EURASIA? IN SEARCH OF RESPONSES TO CRITICAL GEO-ECONOMIC CHALLENGES 2018 is the 5th anniversary of the One Belt One Road Initiative (BRI and the 3rd anniversary of the Eurasian Economic Union. Successful implementation of these megaprojects will unite Greater Eurasia, which includes the countries of the EU, EAEU and ASEAN, while changing the world flow of supplies and expanding the possibilities for a range of countries to participate more actively in global added - value networks. Large infrastructure projects and new specialized international institutions, as well as improvements in the interconnection between countries make it possible to be optimistic about the future of the megacontinent. Nevertheless, further development of Greater Eurasia against the backdrop of global geo-political tensions will pose a number of critical challenges. What will constitute further development for Greater Eurasia in the context of strengthening trade sanctions, wars, limited financial resources and other barriers?

17:15-18.30 US Women

Panel discussion EQUALITY MEANS BUSINESS. CORPORATE ACTION FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH Empowering women to participate fully in economic life across all sectors and throughout all levels of economic activity is essential to building stronger sustainable economies and improving the quality of life for women, men, families and communities. The private sector has a central and active role to play in achieving gender equality and women’s empowerment, especially under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Making progress is about how we all choose to do business and how we embody principles of equality on an everyday basis, so that they enrich our cultures, values, performance and business practices.

WORLD OF RESOURCES

Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan


Vision TECHNOLOGIES TO FEED A WORLD OF 10 BILLION PEOPLE

Scientists around the world call on global retailers to stop selling genetically-modified products, while telling agricultural producers to reduce the use of pesticides in order to increase productivity. There is already proof that the process of inserting a foreign gene into an organism’s genome, its stability is violated, which can cause a change in chemical contents and the appearance of toxic substances in it. The consequences of worldwide use of pesticides and nitrates are even more frightening: illness, violations of ecosystems, and extinction of species. Can agriculture be safer and more advanced at the same time?

14.00 - 15.15 Ministry of

Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan/

GVA Kazakhstan

Round table INVESTORS ROUND TABLE Kazakhstan's agriculture faces the tasks of increasing labour productivity and increasing exports of processed agricultural products. Attracting large foreign investors to the agro-industrial complex of Kazakhstan is one of the most important components of creating favorable conditions for entrepreneurship and improving the investment climate. Among the notable results of the session will be the signing of memorandums between the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan and a foreign investor relating to joint implementation of investment projects in the agro-industrial field.

16:00 – 17:30 Ministry of

Agriculture of the Republic of

Kazakhstan/ IWAC

Round table WATER AND PEACE. HOW TO PROMOTE TRANS-BOUNDARY WATER COOPERATION? The water supply is one of the most important factors for improving the well-being of the world's population. Accessible and high-quality water is an extremely limited resource. 40% of the world's population lives in river basins with water shortages, and by 2050 the demand for water will grow by 55%. Overcoming global challenges related to water supply is vital for sustainable development. What are the best practices for managing crossborder water resources? How can effective management of crossborder waters in the countries of the Eurasian region be ensured?

WORLD OF NEW CLEAN ENERGY

Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan


Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, International

Center for Green Technologies and

Investment Projects,

Association of Ecological

Organizations

Plenary Session PRESENTATION BY THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGIES AND INVESTMENT PROJECTS The International Center for Green Technologies and Investment Projects was established in Astana in 2017. The Centre is meant to serve as a catalyst for the introduction of green technologies in Kazakhstan and ensure both the development of an institutional foundation and the attraction of investment to aid in the localization of technologies for Central Asian climate conditions. The presentation will outline the main objectives and key projects of the Centre in the field of green technology development.


Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, International

Center for Green Technologies and

Investment

Panel discussion GREEN ECONOMICS. OBSTACLES TO AND STIMULI FOR IMPLEMENTATION A plan for a transitioning to a green economy was developed and approved in 2013 by an initiative of President N. A. Nazarbayev. The plan outlines a list of priority tasks that target reforms in certain sectors of the economy such as housing, public services, agriculture, transportation and renewable energy. What problems in the green

Projects, Association of

Ecological Organizations

economy sector have been solved? What are the institutional, financial and technological barriers to the growth of the green economy in Kazakhstan? How can business be stimulated to invest in energy efficient solutions and innovations?


AIFC

Panel discussion GREEN FINANCE. HOW DID THE PARADIGM OF INVESTING CHANGE? “Green” investment has been a sustainable and growing trend in recent years. The investment paradigm is now changing: under the obligations assumed by countries under the Paris Agreement, some traditional tools have become unacceptable for projects aimed at reducing their impact on the environment. A tool like green bonds may become a successful practice for targeted attraction of funds to finance green projects in Kazakhstan. Green bonds are the financial tool most studied worldwide and the most in demand in Kazakhstan. For example, China is actively using this tool for project financing: green bonds worth more than US$36 billion were issued in China in 2016, making up almost 45% of the global volume. What are green bonds? What is the process for preparing these securities for issue? Where should we start? What examples should we use?

15:30-16:45 ME of the Republic

of Kazakhstan/ OECD

Panel discussion ECOLOGICAL STANDARDS, INVESTMENTS AND TRADE. CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR KAZAKHSTAN`S ECONOMY Mutual support for trade, investment and environmental policy objectives creates both challenges and opportunities for governments and other stakeholders. The basic question is how governments can engage a wide range of national and international actors to implement a nationwide, fair and market-based approach to environmental regulation that promotes regional and global investment and trade. How will the transition to more modern management systems take place? How will the experience of member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development help?


VYGON Consulting/

ME of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Panel discussion (Studio) STRATEGIES FOR OIL AND GAS SECTOR DEVELOPMENT IN THE ERA OF CLEAN ENERGY The International Energy Agency predicts that in 2040 about 60% of electricity will be generated from renewable sources, and almost half from wind and solar energy. The change in the structure of the world energy balance has already prompted a number of oil and gas companies to invest in alternative energy as well as to create corporate venture funds. What are the medium and long-term investment priorities for oil and gas businesses? How do companies that extract hydrocarbons envision their future?

WORLD OF LONGEVITY

Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan


Presentation HOW WILL ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE REPLACE DOCTORS? Artificial intelligence, portable devices, mobile applications and online consultations are becoming standard tools for treatment and personal health monitoring. According to analysts, artificial intelligence systems will have penetrated every area of healthcare by 2025, including digital assistants that will answer patients’ questions and take charge of treatment themselves. Health indicator monitoring, healthy lifestyle applications, “take the pill” reminders and medical records storage, remote professional medical assistance and treatment control — all this is possible thanks to the ability of artificial intelligence to process big data and draw conclusions based on it. Technology will tend to reduce costs and improve the quality of healthcare by applying global medical experience. The main expectations of and the main questions for digital medicine: “Why hasn't a unified and easily-accessible digital medical record, accessible at any time, been created for each person yet? Will artificial intelligence replace doctors?”


Vision IMMORTALITY BEGINS NOW Human societies have become accustomed to treating life as a process of aging and old age as a period of wisdom but also of disease. The ideals of humanism assume a complete rejection of such ideas, and treatments that address the mechanisms of aging present a challenge to how we have come to understand longevity. Old age may no longer make people uncomfortable, and age –may cease to be the most important characteristic of a person. Artificial intelligence has already developed to the point where it is able to diagnose diseases that humans cannot. Nonetheless, the mechanisms of aging are not only difficult to slow down, but hard to identify. Will aging be prevented in the near future, and is society ready for this?


Panel discussion LONGEVITY AS A NEW BRANCH OF THE ECONOMY Science has made goods and services possible that provide a longer life than ever before seen. This demographic megatrend presents huge market opportunities, and the markets for pharmaceutical products, customized foods, digital wellness and gerontology centres will multiply. While some countries are taking advantage of every opportunity presented by the longevity market, the increase in the healthcare expenses for older people will create a heavy burden on the economy of other states. How can we turn the increase in life expectancy into an economic driver? How will aging populations transform the economy? How should regulators respond?


Presentation BIRTH OF THE SUPERHUMAN. THE ERA OF POSTHUMANISM We are all witnessing the striking transition of the idea of the superman from the category of philosophical meditation to practical implementation, becoming a mere set of scientific and technical tasks. There is no doubt that physical modification of human beings will take place, sooner or later. Even today there exists technology to edit the human genome - biohacking, and this process will lead to a total change in human nature. What will happen if humans and artificial intelligence are made into a single unified? Will a superman be something self-reliant and independent from human nature or will it be the embodiment of super-humanism? Will it be dangerous to human civilization?

WORLD OF FUTURE MONEY

National Bank of Kazakhstan, AIFC, Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, The World Bank

8:00-9:00

AIFC AIFC BUSINESS BREAKFAST (INVITATION-ONLY)


AIFC

Panel discussion ALTERNATIVE MONEY. HOW SHOULD REGULATORS REACT? The new digital reality is fundamentally changing the established processes in many economic sectors. The financial service sector is no exception. In a situation when the creditor and the borrower or the investor and the object of investment can interact directly, the role of traditional financial institutions in the economy is called into question. How are the rules interaction between financial institutions and clients changing? Does the existing regulatory framework support the development of the financial sector in the digital age? Who should development the regulatory framework?


ACF “PIT”

Presentation NEW MONEY TECHNOLOGIES. WHAT WILL TOMORROW BRING? The accelerated development of new technologies is forcing the financial sector to actively transform itself. The main catalyst for such changes in recent years has been blockchain technology, the basis of bitcoin and other crypto-currencies. However, the potential of blockchain technology, which provides both security and transparency of information, is much more widespread. Together with the concept of Industry 4.0, blockchain technology ensures the reliability and efficiency of the new modern solutions necessary for the market. As a result, completely new opportunities, capable of changing the basic principles of monetary instruments, are opening up. Today, Kazakhstan is beginning to implement its first major blockchain-based projects. What specific blockchain projects can be implemented in Kazakhstan, and how can the greatest benefit from future money technologies be obtained?


AIFC

Panel discussion ARE CRYPTOCURRENCY BILLIONAIRES THE ELITE OF THE FUTURE? Active discussion of the prospects for adoption of private money was initiated by economists in the 1970s. In recent years, with the advent of crypto currency, private money has not only appeared, but has already given birth to the first beneficiaries of its adoption – the founders of crypto-currency start-ups. The most successful of these have gone on to become billionaires is the contemporary elites ready to admit technocrats from the world of crypto finance into their ranks? Will the world change under the influence of the new crypto-currency billionaires? Is crypto currency the new gold or is it a mere financial bubble?


AIFC

Panel discussion A NEW IMAGE OF THE FINANCIAL EXCHANGE. HOW FINANCIAL PLATFORMS ARE TRANSFORMING? Digital financial instruments have become a phenomenon of the 21st century. It seems that a process of systematic modification of financial institutes and platforms has already begun. This is confirmed by the movement of exchanges toward integrating new areas of finance. However, will the older institutions be able to change? What will come along to take their place? What will the process of soliciting investment look like in the future?

ASTANA ECONOMIC FORUM 2018 GLOBAL CHALLENGES SUMMIT 17 – 18 May 2018, Astana

DAY 2 18 May 2018

10:00 – 14:00

PLENARY SESSION WITH THE PARTICIPATION OF THE PRIME

MINISTER OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN "THE PRACTICE OF GLOBAL CHANGES"

WORLD OF GLOBAL SECURITY Ministry of Defense and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Information and Communication of the Republic of Kazakhstan,

National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan, CSAIL


Ministry of Information and

Communication of the Republic of

Kazakhstan

Presentation WORLD WITHOUT PRIVACY. THE LIMITS OF TRANSPARENCY In today`s era of mass adoption of digital technologies, when Internet connectivity no longer begins and ends with business correspondence and contact lists, but extends to household appliances and users` personal lives, security technology is lagging behind. Even governments cannot fully guarantee the safety of information of national importance. How is it possible to stop the impending wave of so-called “cybercrime?” How can a balance be found between growing security requirements and protecting personal information?


Milken Institute/MNE of the Republic of

Kazakhstan

Panel discussion THE FUTURE OF THE MULTIPOLAR WORLD. NEW PATHWAYS FOR DIALOGUE? State diplomacy within the UN is becoming increasingly controversial and reaching consensus is growing more difficult. Local conflicts cannot always be resolved at the negotiating table. Agreements are often ignored by certain states. Simultaneously, the influence of regional associations is growing, each of which has its own vision of the future and the prospective world order. Is it possible to control global processes at the current stage? What tools and institutions will help opposing parties hear each other?

WORLD OF A NEW HUMAN

Academy of public administration under the president of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of information and Communication of the Republic of Kazakhstan,

Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Nazarbaev University, Institute for the Future


Nazarbayev University

Panel discussion CONTINUOUS EDUCATION OR FUSION WITH COMPUTERS? THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS IN THE XXI CENTURY The concept of lifelong learning as ongoing, independent activity undertaken by an individual motivated by knowledge acquisition is unquestionably a defining characteristic the modern era. Having appeared at the turn of the twenty-first century, lifelong learning has quickly become a requirement for contemporary people who wish to succeed in life. New technologies such as Web 2.0, augmented reality and the Internet of Things (IoT) allow us to seamlessly integrate the acquisition of information into our daily activities without distraction or loss of context. Will our consciousness be able to adapt to the ever-growing flow of information? What will the learning process look like in 30, 50, or 70 years?


Public interview OPPORTUNITIES AND RISKS OF CULTURAL MODERNIZATION OF A SOCIETY

The world is changing rapidly: media architecture, robots and artificial intelligence, interactive environments and optical installations are all popular trends in contemporary art. The art of the future will be hybrid in nature. It will use the latest achievements in science and technology. The boundaries between paintings, sculptures, installations, cinema and performance are increasingly blurred. With the help of digital technology theatre performances, paintings, music and books are becoming more readily available. How will technology affect art in the future? Will the creation of works be a mechanical process or will it remain the prerogative of exceptional talent?

13:30-14:00 GVA Kazakhstan

Keynote GLOBAL CHALLENGES. BUSINESS-STRATEGIST`S PERSPECTIVE

14:30– 15:00

GVA Kazakhstan

Keynote THE WAY OF SOBCHAK. HOW TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS IN BUSINESS AND CAREER?

15:45 – 17:30 International Organization

«Expo&Women»

Round table RIGHTS INSTEAD OF PRIVILEGES. HOW WOMEN`S LEADERSHIP CAN AFFECT THE MODERN WORLD? The Gender Inequality Index currently indicates that the opportunities available to women number about half as many as are available to men. Specifically, only a quarter of seats in national parliaments belong to female representatives. The statistics among heads of state is even more indicative of inequality. Women's competence is often questioned merely based on their gender. In the technology field, the vast majority of specialists are still men. Examples of female leaders – both politicians and businesswomen - are still rare. How will the situation change in the future? What particular contributions will female business managers make? How will the business landscape change with the

arrival of female leaders? Will the future world be a world of equal opportunities?


Keynote CREATIVE LEADERSHIP IN THE NEW ECONOMY


Religious Affairs and Civil Society of

the Republic of Kazakhstan

Panel discussion THE FUTURE OF CIVIL SOCIETY. NEW CIVIL ACTIVITY The Internet and mobile technologies allow a city administration not only to inform residents about events, but also to involve them in an active dialogue for solving issues of urban development. Data exchange with interactive services provides feedback to city authorities and also helps to construct an adequate system for responding to residents' needs. How are cities changing their approach to managing their own communication channels?

WORLD OF CITIES

Akimate of Astana, Akimate of Almaty, Ministry of information and Communication of the Republic Kazakhstan, Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Centre for

liveable cities, Group Astana


Panel discussion THE RETURN OF THE IMPOSSIBLE. VISIONS FOR CITIES IN 2050 Over the course of many centuries, humanity has tried to realize the dream of the ideal city. The future of cities has always been an object of fascination for philosophers, architects, and politicians. The beginning of the 20th century was the era of grand urban planning projects. The beginning of the 21st has already become the era of “the return of the impossible.” Today, the most advanced cities are developing long-term foresights for their future. What technologies are behind these foresights, and what lessons can cities around the world learn from these efforts?


Round table ARE PEOPLE BORN SMART? URBANTECH IN DEVELOPED AND DEVELOPING CITIES As they concentrate the majority of the world’s population and economic activities, megapolises are naturally becoming a testing ground for mass adoption of new technologies. Development companies, together with municipal authorities and technology corporations, are creating urban neighbourhoods and entire cities where “smart” technologies – innovative construction materials, the “internet of things,” and IT in the transport and public utilities fields – are being integrated even in the construction phase. Even as these cities are using their technical infrastructure to outpace historical urban centres, which developed over the course of centuries but are only now starting to integrate similar “smart” solutions into their environment, these new developments are encountering unexpected problems of their own. What are the pros and cons of creating cities “from scratch?” How is the concept of “smart” cities evolving, and what will it look like in the near future?


Round table THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES. CONGESTION-FREE CITIES OR A NEW KIND OF TRAFFIC JAM? The future of cities and the planet will depend in large part on the successful adoption of new generations of electric vehicles as clean, efficient, fast, and convenient modes of transport. Experts believe that with their help, we can finally tame endless traffic jams and the air quality problem in cities. But will their convenience become a reason for people to hop into driverless vehicles en masse, and bring about new transportation problems?

14:00-15:15 International

Secretariat G-Global

Presentation THE SILK ROAD AND CITIES` MAYORS OF THE SILK ROAD`S COUNTRIES SUMMIT

14:15 - 14:45

GVA Kazakhstan Vision GCS 2018 RESEARCH. MAPPING THE GLOBAL CHALLENGES AGENDA

15:30 – 17:00 United Nations Development Organization

Vision URBAN RATINGS OF QUALITY OF LIFE IN KAZAKHSTAN For the first time in the history of mankind, more than half of the world's population lives in cities. By 2050, 70% of the forecasted population of 9 billion people will be living in cities. Cities have an enormous potential to change the world for the better. Occupying only 3% of the planet's surface, these dynamic and complex organisms concentrate the world's best knowledge, resources and innovative ability. They also are home to millions of ambitious young people. The still-unsolved question is whether countries around the world will be able to exploit cities` potential on their way to sustainable development. To answer this question, the UNDP has conducted studies on the quality of life Kazakhstan`s cities and their housing services, and is now prepared to present and discuss the results during the forum.


Panel discussion URBAN HEALTH AGENDA. METROPOLIS AS A RESPONSE TO KEY HEALTH CHALLENGES More than half of the planet's population lives in cities, and in developed countries, the percentage of the population living in urban areas exceeds 70-80%. This ultra-concentration of people and processes does more than lead to more effective resource use and offer access to medical infrastructure and essential services; it is also a risk to people’s health and well-being. Degenerative illnesses have become the main causes of death and handicap around the world. Ailments like psychological disorders, cancer, diabetes, and obesity have become the main threats to the residents of the largest urban areas – in other words, to a considerable portion of the world’s population. The complexity of solving the spread of non-infectious illnesses is tied to the fact that in the majority of cases, they cannot be directly healed; instead, they demand long-term lifestyle changes, which are themselves

largely determined by living environments. In addition, as part of the agenda for stable development, megapolises have become the main drivers for change. Cities are becoming battlefields for people’s health and well-being, demanding a reconfiguration governmental systems and principles of urban planning. How do different cities and countries answer the health challenges connected with urban living? How should regulatory and legal structures change to helps governments refocus on the health of their citizens? On what principles should new regions and neighbourhoods be built, and what should be done with already-developed parts of the city?


Round table CITIES FROM SCRATCH. HOW TO CREATE A SUCCESSFUL MEGAPOLIS IN THE XXI CENTURY? The 20th century gave us no shortage of new cities, including Brasilia, Canberra, and New Delhi. The 21st century is not far behind: in its first 17 years, we have seen the appearance of Songdo, Naypyidaw, Malmö, and Masdar City. Concern for the environment, innovative urban development systems, and business-friendly laws are just a few of the necessary prerequisites for new cities. How can cities be built “from scratch” and what demands should a contemporary megapolis meet?

17:00 – 18:15 Visa

Panel discussion (Studio) FUTURE CITIES ECONOMY. POTENTIAL OF ASTANA Today, more than half of the world's population lives in cities, and by 2050 this figure will increase by two-thirds. At the same time, cities account for more than 80% of global economic activity. Given this trend, a number of cities around the world have implemented the concept of Smart Cities and are using digital technologies to improve their citizens` standard of living which has been an asset for governments seeking to promote economic growth, improve safety, attract business and provide better services to their citizens. A key factor in the development of smart cities is digital payments, which can bring significant benefits to consumers, businesses, governments and economies. Speakers of the panel session discuss successful decisions, as well as share successful practices of introducing innovative initiatives, conducting research and forecasting economic development of Astana in the transition to the use of digital payments for the city`s entire population.


Panel discussion THE NEW ENGINEERING REVOLUTION. TECHNOLOGIES IN URBAN DEVELOPMENT MEGA-PROJECTS The fast pace at which metropolitan areas develop presents megapolises with ambitious urban development tasks. The construction of millions of square metres on tight timelines, creating infrastructure from scratch under changing balances of demand, and redevelopment of existing urban territories – these tasks, among many others, demand maximally precise and swift solutions that do not damage the complex sustainability of megapolises. What technologies and innovations in engineering and management exist in the development and construction fields? What are the urban development goals of the most

dynamically-developing cities? Who are the leaders in the international urban development market?

WORLD OF THE SINGULARITY

Ministry of Information and Communication of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry for Investments and Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan,

Ministry of Defense and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Nazarbaev University, Singularity University, Baiterek

12:30 – 13:45

GVA Kazakhstan Keynote+ discussion CREATIVITY VS UNEMPLOYMENT. WHAT WILL HUMANS DO IN THE WORLD OF MACHINES? For centuries people have been content with creating devices that facilitate work. Now these devices are capable of performing almost any task assigned to them. However, we do not know how to live in a world where the need for work is no longer present. Even creative activity, until recently the last bastion of human superiority, is ready to succumb to software development. There are growing fears for the economy and the maintenance of social order. Can we expect an emergence of new Luddites? Will subsequent generations work in servicing the machines? Or will humanity find a new application for itself in the world of all-encompassing robotisation?


Panel discussion MIND-UPLOADING AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. ETHICAL AND POLITICAL ASPECTS OF NEW REGULATIONS The penetration of artificial intelligence into the physical world is becoming more and more perceptible every day. AI is ready capable steering vehicles and carrying out complex medical operations. However, total unification of the human with the virtual environment will become possible only with the advent of interfaces for directly transferring information from the nervous system to the computer. What opportunities and threats do these technologies hold? What are the main barriers to being able to trust that your memories, or perhaps even your life will always be safely stored in the depths of AI? How can the development of AI be regulated?

DIGITAL WORLD

Ministry of Information and Communication of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry for Investments and Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, MIT

8:00-9:30

Ministry of the National Economy of the Republic of

Kazakhstan

MCKINSEY BUSINESS BREAKFAST The Ritz-Carlton, Astana (INVITATION-ONLY)

12:30 – 13:45 ECC

Round table TECHNOLOGICAL COOPERATION IN THE EEU. IS THERE A CHANCE FOR THE EEU IN THE GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY MARKET? The deepening of cooperation in industry is playing a decisive role in

the innovative modernization of the industrial complexes of the EEU member states. In order to create competence centeres in member states and increase the global competitiveness of their industry, Eurasian technological platforms are being formed. How much will the concept of cooperative development allow for optimizing production processes, and how will it affect the competitiveness of enterprises and regions?


VYGON Consulting/ ME of

the Republic of Kazakhstan

Presentation SMART FOSSIL FUELS. DOES THE INDUSTRY NEED TOTAL DIGITALIZATION? Recently, the introduction of digital solutions for production processes, has aroused massive interest, including in the oil and gas industry. Is this just: hype, or is it harbinger of fundamental changes? On the one hand, digital transformation yields advantages to a business due to the increases in productivity across all segments. On the other hand, there are risks of overproduction, competition in the international arena is growing, and the prospect of replacing human labour with robots is becoming more and more certain. How should an oil and gas business respond in these conditions? What signals should the state give to stimulate optimal technological development in the industry?

14:00 – 15:45 Agency for Civil

Service and Anti-Corruption of the

Republic of Kazakhstan,

Academy of Public Administration

under the President of the

Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana Civil Service Hub

Panel discussion PRACTICE AND CHALLENGES OF DIGITAL PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION The digital revolution is penetrating all spheres of human activity. The system of public administration is on the verge of large-scale changes. How should a state develop in order to keep up with global trends? Where investments should be made and what ideals should have been abandoned already? Such issues are increasingly entering into the agenda of national governments around the world. The purpose of the session is to give a clear idea of the key strategies and successful practices of public administrations in the era of universal digitalization, and to determine the priorities of Kazakhstan in this area.

15:30 – 17:30 Agency for Civil

Service and Anti-Corruption of the

Republic of Kazakhstan,

Academy of Public Administration

under the President of the

Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana Civil Service Hub

Presentation SKILLS AND LEADERSHIP FOR DIGITAL PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Every historical era relied on its own technological breakthroughs. However, the technologies themselves did not solve anything without the support of new social practices and people`s willingness to change their old habits and views. The public administration system is no exception. Its digital transformation makes new demands on the civil servant, at the heart of which lies the mobilization of all the resources of human capital. The session`s key question is: what skills should a civil servant have in the era of the digital transformation of society? What kind of leadership should they demonstrate in the competitive struggle with artificial intelligence? And what must a state do in terms of education, training and personnel policy?


MIC of the Republic of

Kazakhstan, SCC, Informburo

Panel discussion FAKENEWS, FACTCHECKING AND OTHER UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES OF THE POST-TRUTH ERA Internet search engines and social media companies have radically changed the information search process and the way that content providers deliver information to consumers. The free spread of information, the inefficiency of fact-checking tools, and the demonstration of “post-truth” politics have become a part of today’s information landscape. Among the unforeseen consequences of these technologies are increases in political and social polarisation, the spread of false information, the ignorance of facts in favour of emotional messaging, and a changed informational agenda in the media. At the same time as media outlets are developing the new field of constructive journalism, government regulators are asking themselves whether these events can sabotage democratic processes and fuel extremism and social destabilisation, and if so, how they can fight it. Can constructive journalism help solve the problems of information warfare? Can fact-checking platforms and other technological and social solutions help transmit information reliably in the age of new digital media? What solutions can regulators propose?

17:00 – 19:00 MIC RC/ AO NIC ZERDE/ World

Bank

Round Table MEETING OF THE INTERNATIONAL EXPERT COUNCIL ON DIGITALIZATION Kazakhstan is on its way to grand transformations, the most important of which is the implementation of the Digital Kazakhstan government program. The program encompasses the activity of the entire country, from digitising large enterprises to training students in digital literacy. The issue of qualitative digital transformation is of critical importance for the development of the state economy, for which the International Expert Council on Digitalization was established. What path was taken by other countries? What methods in this area have been most effective? How can digitalisation aid in the development of "traditional" branches of the economy?

15:30-16:45 GVA

Panel discussion CORPORATIONS. HOW TO DO IN VENCHUR? Corporate Venture Funds (CVC) is a modern fast-growing investment trend. Their main goal is not to make profit, but to increase the competitiveness of the company-owner. IBM, ERG and many other corporate giants created their own funds. What are the advantages of corporate venture funds seen by representatives of big business? What advice for launching your own fund is provided by leading venture investors in the Silicon Valley?

17:00 – 18:15 National Agency for Technological

Development

Panel discussion ECOSYSTEM OF INNOVATION SUPPORT. HOW TO PROVIDE EXPLOSIVE GROWTH? Today, countries compete for investment, ideas and best personnel, creating the most attractive conditions. In the world there are different

models of national innovation systems. They differ greatly in the extent of the state, as well as the role of the sector of sector, scientific and educational organizations. Operating within the framework of these models, state institutions for supporting innovations contribute to the success of national economies. What is the role of companies and states in the process of ensuring the global competitiveness of the national economy? What role is the operator's pain in innovation?

17:15 – 18:30 GVA

Panel discussion BAIKONUR FOR VENTURE INVESTMENTS According to KPMG, in 2016 the amount of venture financing in the world amounted to $ 127.4 billion. However, in Kazakhstan, the venture capital market is still in its infancy. The government and big business are working together to improve Kazakhstan's position in this area. The country attracts international technology start-ups that create special economic conditions and conditions for investors. What new opportunities are open for international and domestic investors, representatives of funds and special economic zones? What changes are being prepared in the legislation? Is it possible to find an outlet to the markets of the US and Europe?

BONUS TRACK

Ministry of the National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic

of Kazakhstan

DAY 2 18 May 2018

12:30 – 13:15

GVA Kazakhstan

Public interview MONEY OF THE FUTURE. FINANCE IN THE EPOCH OF THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION

12:30 – 13:45 United Nations Development Organization,

European Economic

Commission of United Nations

Panel discussion TRANSFORMATION OF THE WORLD. THE GLOBAL AGENDA ON THE ROLE OF BUSINESS The sustainable development goals (SDGs) adopted by all the UN member countries are a universal call to action to overcome poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for people around the world. According to the latest report of the Business and Sustainable Development Commission, achieving these goals will make it possible to create market opportunities of at least US$12 trillion and create 380 million new jobs in the four economic systems: food and agriculture, cities, energy and raw materials, and health and well-being by 2020. How will this cooperative process be directed? What role will business play in achieving the SDGs and how will it benefit from them?

12:30 - 13:45 AIFC

Presentation THE NEW GEOGRAPHY OF FINANCE. WHERE IS CAPITAL GOING TODAY? Today, the global financial system is changing rapidly. The UK's decision to exit the EU, the new policies of the White House, the initiatives of the Chinese government, and the penetration of technology into all sectors of the economy and finance are significantly remaking the geography of global finance. How will global trends affect the economy and access to capital of developing countries? What are the chances for the countries of Eurasia and Kazakhstan in particular? What is the role of financial technologies in securing international capital flows? What needs to be done to develop new financial centers and new global cities?

14:00 – 15:15 MNE of the Republic of Kazakhstan/

Bretton Woods

Panel discussion TRADE WARS AND RISING PROTECTIONISM. A DANGER FOR THE SYNCHRONIZED TO GLOBAL ECONOMIC RECOVERY The future of the banking sector is being questioned with the development of digital finance, and new forms of interaction are emerging in an era of rapid technological innovation that is changing fundamental aspects of economic growth, finance, trade and business. These transformations are taking place at lightning speed calling into question the bases of growth and making us reconsider seven decades of the international liberal order - all against the backdrop of the risk of American withdrawal from the WTO and other international agreements and organizations, as well as the divergence of macroeconomic policies and the transition to more protectionist and nationalist policies. The synchronous recovery of the world economy is subject to the risks of a new wave of protectionism, sanctions and trade barriers. Are we are moving on to a new chapter of trade wars, and could this be a signal and or symptom of entering into a cycle like the one that laid the foundation for the great recession?

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