About this Event
The ASEAN and APEC Business Advisory Councils of Brunei, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and Economy, proudly present the Brunei Sustainable Economy Forum 2024! This engaging forum will explore how Brunei can accelerate its transition to a circular economy, driving sustainability, economic resilience, and environmental leadership.
With insights from ASEAN, APEC, and BIMP-EAGA regions, we'll highlight innovative models, regional collaboration, and the critical role of policy and private sector engagement. This half-day event is a unique opportunity for businesses, government leaders, and stakeholders to explore how a circular economy can pave the way for Brunei's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and economic diversification.
Join us to be part of the discussion shaping Brunei's future!
Details:
- Date: Monday, 28 October 2024
- Time: 9:00 am- 2:00 pm (Registration starts at 8:30 am)
- Venue: Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah
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Programme
8:30 Registration
09:00 Opening Session
- Welcome Remarks by Haslina Taib, Chair of ASEAN Business Advisory Council Brunei; CEO of Dynamik Technologies
- Welcome Remarks by Pengiran Aki Ismasufian bin Pengiran Haji Ibrahim, Chair of APEC Business Advisory Council Brunei; Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank
09:10 Keynote Address
by Yang Berhomat Dato Seri Setia Dr Hj Abdul Manaf bin Hj Metussin, Minister of Primary Resources and Tourism*
09:25 A presentation on The ASEAN Circular Economy and the ASEAN Circular Economy Business Alliance
by Rene Van Berkel, Senior Expert (Circular Economy), SWITCH-Asia Policy Support Component
09:40 Masterclass on the Circular Economy
A Masterclass on ‘How the Circular Economy is a Solution to Brunei’s Economic Development Needs.’
For Brunei to grow sustainably and achieve its economic growth targets and sustainable development goals, Circular Economy strategies need to be adopted by industry and the business community.
This masterclass will take a data-driven deep dive into the economic situation of Brunei and provide thought-provoking strategies on the way forward.
by Professor Scott Valentine, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Circular Economy, Universiti Brunei Darussalam and Author of the Feasibility Study on Opportunities for BIMP-EAGA to Capitalize on the Circular Economy
10:30 Networking Break
11:00 Scene Setter
Brunei’s Sustainable Development Goals and Circular Economy Plans
By Senior Representative of the Sustainable Development Goals Unit
11:15 Panel Discussion on The Business View: How Can Brunei’s Private Sector Get Involved?
A panel discussion on how to encourage the business community to adopt circular economy practices.
12:00 Sustainability in Action
Presentation by Poni Divers on Ocean Week Brunei.
Ocean Week Brunei was a great success and a demonstration of public-private partnership to achieve Brunei’s sustainability goals.
12:15 Networking Lunch
1 4:00 Forum Concludes
*Programme is subject to change.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Simpang 26 Jalan Pengiran Babu Raja, Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
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