Global trade is again rising to pre-crisis levels, regional trade is growing at an accelerated rate. Moreover, ASEAN, OBOR and “TPP minus one” are expected to stimulate a rapid increase in regional economic activity. Governments are expecting the ports sector will become the focal point for achieving their economic aspirations. This session will evaluate:
- The emergence of new trading patterns as the influence of trading associations and agreements modify the flow of goods;
- The response of the shipping industry and feedback influence of the current shipping line consolidation trend;
- The readiness of ports to meet changing trade and fleet demands;
- The influence of governments and their positioning to capitalise on growth opportunities; and importantly
- The role that the financial institutions and the private sector can play in facilitating this growth and the required supporting infrastructure development.
The full agenda will be announced soon.
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