Policy Events (Jan 17 - Jan 24)
The coming post-Trump/post-Brexit world, 'vaccine nationalism', protests in Thailand and a new social contract are just some of the topics under discussion at think tank events next week.
Each week Policy People puts together a list of think tank events from around the globe. Below is our list for January 17 to January 24. Several panels take a post-Brexit or post-Trump framework to discuss the likely security and economic dynamics going forward. There are also interesting events on the recent protest movement in Thailand, ‘vaccine nationalism’ and a proposal for a new social contract in Europe.
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Virtual Round Table Discussion
RAISINA HOUSE - Sunday, January 17 @ 11:30am Indian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
Peace Process in Afghanistan: Dawn of the Biden Factor
Peace in Afghanistan remains fragile and with the incoming Biden administration, things remain tense in Kabul, as the Afghan government, the Taliban and others look to see what US policy will take. What lies ahead for the Afghanistan Peace Process with the Biden Administration taking over in January? What will be the role of the international community, India in particular, in promoting youth participation in the Peace Process & the Post Conflict Reconstruction of Afghanistan? Join us to discuss these questions and more at this virtual round table.
For more information and registration: https://raisinahouse.org/indo-afghan-youth-forum
Webinar
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EUROPEAN AFFAIRS - Monday, January 18 @ 1pm Western European Time (UTC+00:00)
Reconfiguring Security and Defence Post-Trump and Post-Brexit
With the arrival of a new US administration and departure of the UK from the EU, Nathalie Loiseau, MEP, will present the implications for the EU’s security and defence arrangements in this special address. She will discuss the prospects for a constructive transatlantic agenda, taking account of President-elect Biden’s multilateralist stance and threat outlook and evaluate the scope of the UK’s influence post-Brexit on the EU Common Security and Defence Policy and consider the future relationship in a new framework.
For more information and registration: https://www.iiea.com/event/webinar-reconfiguring-security-and-defence-post-trump-and-post-brexit/
Zoom Webinar
LOCALIS - Tuesday, January 19 @ 11am Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+00:00)
Building back Confidence - Next Steps to Kickstarting an SME Housing Recovery
Drastic action is needed if Britain is to regain pre-crisis housebuilding levels. Major developers will play a huge role in delivering these numbers over time, but for an immediate acceleration, it is to the SME sector that we must look. How can we make affordable homes viable, especially in marginal markets? What regulatory and financial help do SME housebuilders need to fill in the cracks for housing provision and how much of a difference can they make to rescuing the housing market? Join our panel of experts, journalists and thought leaders from the construction sector, to engage in an in-depth discussion on these questions and more.
For more information and registration: https://www.localis.org.uk/events/building-back-confidence-next-steps-kickstarting-sme-housing-recovery-11-00-12-00-tuesday-19-january-2021/
Live streamed event
FRIENDS OF EUROPE - Tuesday, January 19 @ 2pm Central European Time (UTC+1)
Strategic conversation with Sven Smit on a new social contract
After a decade of crises, Europe’s responses can no longer be determined by the past. The current vortex of events has shown us that we are ill-equipped to deal with the pace and unpredictability of simultaneous change. FOE wants to galvanise a big conversation across sectors and among communities about how to make Europe matter. Sven Smit will propose a renewed social contract, set out the trends, drivers and unknowns that are likely to effect it, and using strategic foresight, outline four possible scenarios for a future Europe in 2030. Join us for the presentation of this breakthrough new research report and to discuss its implications.
For more information and registration: https://www.friendsofeurope.org/events/strategic-conversation-with-sven-smit-on-a-new-social-contract/
Webcast
ASIA SOCIETY POLICY INSTITUTE - Tuesday, January 19 @ 12pm Central European Time (UTC+1)
Protests in Thailand: Is the Country Ready for Reforms?
In both the scale of the movement and the demands of the protesters, Thailand’s recent wave of protests are unlike any other in the country’s history. What are the main drivers behind the current movements? Are there any parallels to Hong Kong? As the Thai parliament discusses changes to the constitution, do these address the protesters’ demands? Almost a year after protests have started, join us as we take a look at where we stand today with Chulalongkorn University’s Dr. Janjira Sombatpoonsiri.
For more information and registration: https://asiasociety.org/switzerland/events/webcast-protests-thailand-country-ready-reforms
Webinar
INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Wednesday, January 20 @ 1pm Central Standard Time (UTC-6)
Nature-Based Solutions as a Catalyst for Achieving Mutual Benefits for People, Nature, and Climate: Lessons learned from China and globally
Nature-based solutions (NbS) can potentially provide up to 37% of cost-effective global CO2 mitigation targets by 2030, while limiting global warming to 1.5C can lower biodiversity loss by 50%. Featuring speakers who will share their experience on the application of nature-based solutions (NbS) in providing long-term social, ecological and economic benefits, this event will give a practical understanding of the multiple advantages of NbS, including climate mitigation and adaptation, as well as ecological, social and economic benefits. The event will feature an expert discussion on assessing the impact and results of NbS, their added value and policy relevance.
For more information and registration: https://www.iisd.org/events/nbs-as-catalyst-for-achieving-mutual-benefits-for-people-nature-and-climate
Webinar
ASIA CENTRE - Wednesday, January 20 @ 2pm Indochina Time (UTC+7)
5th Benedict Anderson Memorial Roundtable: COVID-19 & Vaccine Nationalism
The phenomenon of ‘Vaccine Nationalism’, reflected in wealthier countries (the US, UK, France and Germany) entering into pre-purchase agreements with vaccines manufacturers, threatens to make the initial release of vaccines unaffordable and inaccessible to the less-developed countries. Held to commemorate the work of Professor Benedict Anderson on nationalism, this event will dig deep into the COVID-19 pandemic impact and the development of new forms of nationalism surrounding disease prevention, medical resources and more.
For more information and registration: https://www.iied.org/producer-agency-certification-schemes-challenges-opportunities
Webcast
ASIA SOCIETY POLICY INSTITUTE - Thursday, January 21 @ 7:30pm Central Standard Time (UTC-6)
US–China Relations Under Presidents Biden and Xi: What to Expect
As relations between the two superpowers reach the lowest point in four decades, what is the path forward for the US–China relationship as Joe Biden takes office in January 2021? Will Washington continue with the confrontational policies of the past few years? Will Beijing's approach change and will it respond differently to Washington's policies? And what do these changing policies mean for the citizens of each country? Join Asia Society for a discussion on what the next decade of US–China relations may look like.
For more information and registration: https://asiasociety.org/texas/events/webcast-us-china-relations-under-presidents-biden-and-xi-what-expect
Online Policy Paper Launch
A PATH FOR EUROPE - Thursday, January 21 @ 2pm Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+00:00)
The Future of EU-UK Relations - Towards a Strong Partnership / Policy Paper Launch
On 24th December 2020, after four years of intensive negotiation, the EU reached an agreement with the UK on the terms of their future cooperation. Should the parties strive for a different type of cooperation in the future to strengthen their partnership approach, and what could this look like? It remains important to understand the possible impact of the agreement in its current form on matters such as European Security, Migration, Competition Policy or Energy Policy. Join us on the 21st January as a team of PfEU researchers present their recommendations for the way forward towards a strong EU-UK partnership.
For more information and registration: https://pathforeurope.eu/events/policy-paper-launch/
Webcast
EUROPEAN POLICY CENTRE - Friday, January 22 @ 10:30am Central European Time (UTC+1)
Protecting citizens’ health - Lessons learned from COVID-19 and the way forward
The COVID-19 pandemic has put European health systems under huge pressure, exposing their unpreparedness and structural weaknesses. It has also revealed significant differences in national capacities to cope with cross-border health threats and the lack of a common European approach. What are the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and the way forward to improving Europe’s resilience against health threats? What is needed to build a strong EU public health strategy in the COVID-19 era? European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety Stella Kyriakides will discuss efforts to protect citizens’ health in the context of the pandemic and reflect on the way forward to support health systems and promote good health in Europe.
For more information and registration: https://www.epc.eu/en/events/Protecting-citizens-health-Lessons-learned-from~3a4bd4
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