The debate on whether Africa and the global south need aid or trade has continued. The discussion always comes down to the need to open up trade for countries in the global south as a more sustainable route to the socio-economic development of the countries in the global south, compared to the provision of foreign aid which doesn’t seem to have given tangible outputs for almost 50-100years of post-colonialism. Trade is seen more as a way for developing countries to retain their dignity, as they interact with the more developed countries as partners, while aid is patronizing and demeaning of the developing countries.
However, trade cannot happen unless the parties therein understand each other’s expectations, especially in terms of quality standards, as well as the systems of trade. The Inaugural ICOA Convention & Trade Expo 2024 is proposed from this background.
ICOA CONVENTION AGENDA
09:00AM-10:30AM: Roundtable: Public-Private Partnerships for Sustainable Development.
• Discussing collaborative strategies for sustainable growth.
10:30AM-11:00AM: Coffee Break
• Short break for refreshments and networking.
11:00AM-12:30PM: Session: Leveraging Agriculture for Economic Growth
• Focus on modern agricultural practices and technologies.
12:30PM-01:30PM: Networking Lunch
• Opportunity for informal interactions and networking.
01:30PM-03:00PM: Panel: Advancements in Manufacturing and Industrialization
• Exploring recent developments in the manufacturing sector.
03:00PM-03:30PM: Coffee Break
• Short break for refreshments and networking.
03:30PM-05:00PM: Workshop: Youth and Women in Economic Development
• Discussing the roles of youth and women in driving growth.
07:00PM-09:00PM: Gala Dinner
• Formal dinner event with speeches and entertainment.
Event Venue
Name
The Westin Copley PlaceLocaiton
Boston, MA, USAEvent Expired