World Trade Day 2016 in Stockholm

Welcome to the World Trade Day and an inspiring afternoon with discussions on the emerging role of cities in global trade.
The Stockholm Capital region is Sweden’s focal point for international business and one of the world’s most productive metropolitan economies. Stockholm has a well-educated workforce, modern infrastructure, and a dynamic start-up scene. It is a center for innovation, both by multinational companies and in academia.

Program:

The Importance of Trade and Internationalization
Ms. Ann Linde, Minister for EU Affairs and Trade

The Export Prize Award Ceremony

Stockholm’s New Export and Internationalization Strategy
Comments by Ms. Ylva Berg, CEO Business Sweden and Dr. Andreas Hatzigeorgiou, Chief Economist, Stockholm Chamber of Commerce 

When People Meet and Interact, Things Evolve – the Cooperation  between Luleå and Austin, Texas
Ms. Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn, Professor Luleå University of Technology 

People and Companies Create Prosperity – Reflections from a Global Trade Perspective
Ms. Lena Johansson, Secretary General ICC Sweden and Ms. Helena Waker, CEO Association of
Trade Partners Sweden

The Role of Global Cities for Trade and Growth
Ms. Maria Rankka, CEO Stockholm Chamber of Commerce

More info:
http://www.chamber.se/evenemang/world-trade-day-2016.htm