Preparing for Peak Globalization

January 23, 2020
13:00–13:45 (Europe/Amsterdam time zone)

About this session

In 2019, trade in merchandise grew at a slower rate than GDP for the second time since the financial crisis, suggesting that aspects of globalization are losing steam. How should business respond to the shifts that are influencing global and local production? This is a livestreamed session. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as the doors will be closed at the scheduled time.

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