Knowledge Partner Ernest and Young (EY)
About this session
Investment promotion agencies, economic development boards and special economic zones have been confronted with major operational challenges due to the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Some did well, others faced serious challenges, much dependent on the extent and level of digitization within their organization. During the pandemic, resilience has ruled and most organizations in charge of investment promotion are back in business.
This workshop will deal with the changes and improvements that digitalization in investment promotion and facilitation can bring, from enhanced use of social media, numerical platforms and online one-stop-shops to virtual reality site visits.
Issues to be addressed
- The speed and nature of the digitalization of investment promotion organizations.
- UNCTAD business facilitation platform: e-regulations and e-registration.
Speakers
Ms. Natalia Guerra
Economic Affairs Officer, UNCTAD
Mr. Paul Wessendorp
Chief, Investment Promotion Section, UNCTAD
Mr. İsmail Erşahin
Deputy Executive Director, World Association of Investment Promotion (WAIPA)
Mr. Abhishek Gupta
Partner, Government Advisory, Ernst & Young
Ms. Maria Camila Moreno
Executive Director, Latin American Association of Free Trade Zones
Mr. Raido Lember
Business Development Manager, Invest in Estonia
Mr. Frank Grozel
Business Facilitation Platform, UNCTAD