This meeting is part of the RTA Exchange dialogue series aimed at constructing better trade and investment agreements for sustainable development at the regional and multilateral levels.
The aim of this dialogue is to tap into the wealth of information emerging from recent international investment agreements (IIAs) and regional trade agreements (RTAs), in order to understand how trade and investment concerns are being jointly addressed in order to suit the needs of 21st century patterns of production. The meeting will examine how investment provisions have evolved in recent years, the ways and means through which they are integrated into investment and trade frameworks, and the impact of including such provisions to achieve sustainable development outcomes, whilst facilitating 21st century production patterns.
A select group of representatives from governments, businesses, civil society, international organizations and academia have been convened to participate and exchange views for a fruitful discussion. This exchange aims to contribute to global negotiations and deliver specific ideas for policymakers, both at the regional and multilateral levels.
Attendance to this event is by invitation only.
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