The European Commission’s “Trade for All” strategy aims at increasing the effectiveness and transparency of the EU’s trade policy, as well as promoting the respect of European values and responsible practices among trade partners.

The Commission aspires to greater trade ties with the whole ASEAN region, building on country-specific bilateral agreements. However, compliance with the European social and regulatory model within ASEAN member countries can differ.

Researches show that stronger trade ties with the EU have so far helped countries like Myanmar and the Philippines move towards economic growth, social progress, and democratic development; whereas such conditions are not yet fully met with Malaysia and Thailand.

• To what extent do trade restrictions encourage compliance with European values?
• What other engagements can be taken to ensure that trade partners commit to safe and sustainable supply chains?

EurActiv Institute is pleased to invite you to a high-level conference to explore answers to these questions.

Confirmed contributors:

• Franck Proust, MEP, INTA Committee Standing Rapporteur on Thailand
• Barbara Lochbihler, MEP, Vice-Chair Subcommittee on Human Rights/Foreign Affairs and Human Rights Spokesperson GREENS/EFA
• David Martin, MEP
• HE Ambassador Victoria S. Bataclan, Mission of the Philippines to the European Union
• Mauro Petriccione, Deputy Director General, DG Trade, European Commission
• Hosuk Lee-Makiyama, Director, European Centre for International Political Economy (ECIPE)

Moderator:

• Daniela Vincenti, Editor-in-Chief, EurActiv.com

Chair:

• Rick Zedník, CEO, EurActiv.com

Programme:

• 15.45 - 16.00 Registration
• 16.00 – 17.00 Impulse statements and open debate
• 17.00 – 17.30 Conclusion
• 17.30 – 18.00 Networking reception
   

For more information, please contact:

Irene Marchi,

Network Projects and Events Executive
irene.marchi@euractiv.com
+32 (0)2 226 58 23 

This event is organised with the support of Debates.eu.

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