Asia Works: The Fourth Industrial Revolution

January 26, 2018
09:15–10:15 (Europe/Amsterdam time zone)

About this session

Asia’s economic rise in the Third Industrial Revolution has been remarkable. But as the Fourth Industrial Revolution gathers speed, how can the region maintain its competitive edge beyond traditional industrialization pathways? Dimensions to be addressed: - Understanding the limits of “Factory Asia” as the driver of regional development - Defining competitive advantages beyond low-cost labour -...
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