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Форум Экономического и Социального Совета по вопросам финансирования развития 2025 года и четвертое заседание Подготовительного комитета для Четвертой международной конференции по финансированию развития (FFD4)
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Форум Экономического и Социального Совета по вопросам финансирования развития состоится с 28 по 29 апреля 2025 года, за ним последует четвертая сессия Подготовительного комитета для Четвертой международной конференции по финансированию развития (FFD4) с 30 апреля по 1 мая 2025 года в Совете опеки, штаб-квартира ООН, Нью-Йорк.
28 апреля, в рамках исключительных совместных усилий Президента Экономического и Социального Совета и сопредседателей Межправительственного подготовительного комитета FFD4, министры и высокопоставленные официальные лица получат возможность выразить свое мнение и содействовать политическому импульсу для Конференции FFD4.
Форум в этом году приобретает особое значение и критическую роль в мобилизации импульса и конкретных решений для FFD4. Проводимый подряд с четвертой сессией Подготовительного комитета FFD4, обсуждения форума будут влиять на дискуссии о результатах FFD4.
Обе мероприятия собирают министров и высокопоставленных государственных должностных лиц, а также старших официальных лиц международных организаций. Также будут представлены организации гражданского общества, бизнес-сектор и местные власти.
Форум 2025 года и четвертая сессия Подготовительного комитета будут транслироваться в прямом эфире на Web TV ООН.
Programme for 28th 四月, 2025
ECOSOC FFD Forum Opening session: Our joint ambition for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development
Chair: H.E. Mr. Bob Rae, President of ECOSOC
Opening and welcome remarks
- H.E. Mr. Bob Rae, President of ECOSOC
- H.E. Mr. António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations
- H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly
Introductory remarks by the Co-chairs of the Preparatory Committee of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development and the Host of the Conference
- H.E. Mr. Zéphyrin Maniratanga Permanent Representative of Burundi
- H.E. Mr. Rui Vinhas Permanent Representative of Portugal
- H.E. Ms. Eva María Granados Galiano, Secretary of State for International Cooperation of Spain
Ministerial fireside chat 4: Harnessing trade and technology for sustainable development
International trade remains an engine for development, contributing to economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction. Digital technologies are creating new trading opportunities for countries with the infrastructure and capabilities to harness them. At the same time, tariffs and trade restrictions are on the rise and multilateral negotiations are stalling. Many developing countries with limited productive capacities and trade infrastructure continue to face difficulties in integrating into value chains. To fully realize the benefits of trade and technology, coordinated national and international efforts are essential to bridge digital divides and promote financial inclusion and financial health.
This session will explore how trade and technology can be better harnessed together to drive inclusive and sustainable development amid emerging challenges and opportunities.
Framing questions:
- How can international trade policies and multilateral cooperation be reinvigorated to ensure that trade remains an engine of sustainable development?
- How can global and national efforts mitigate the risks associated with rising trade restrictions and technological fragmentation?
- What role should multilateral institutions play in ensuring that trade and technology policies work together to drive inclusive growth?
Chair: ECOSOC President/Vice-President
Moderator: Ms. Mariana Mazzucato, Professor in the Economics of Innovation and Public Value at University College London
- H.E. Ms. Fatoumata Bako Traore, Minister for the Budget, Burkina Faso
- H.E. Ismaël Nabé, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Guinea
- H.E. Mr. Steven Collet, Deputy Vice Minister for Foreign Trade and Development, Netherlands
Civil society response from the floor (2 minutes)
Ministerial interactive discussion
Programme for 29th 四月, 2025
Closing of the Forum
Chair: President of ECOSOC
- Closing remarks by Ms. Amina Mohammed, United Nations Deputy Secretary General
- Closing statement by the President of ECOSOC
Dialogue with Senior Representatives of the WBG and IMF
- Chair: H.E. Mr. Bob Rae, President of ECOSOC
- Mr. Axel van Trotsenburg, Senior Managing Director, The World Bank Group [virtual]
- Mr. Bo Li, Deputy Managing Director, IMF
Special High-level Meeting with Bretton Woods Institutions, WTO and UNCTAD
Chair: H.E. Mr. Bob Rae, President of ECOSOC
10:30 – 10: 45 Opening Remarks by intergovernmental representatives
- H.E. Dr. Ryadh Alkhareif, IMFC Deputy Chair, IMF (confirmed)
- Representative of the Development Committee (tbc)
- H.E. Mr. Paul Bekkers, President, Trade and Development Board, UNCTAD (video message)
- H.E. Mr. Ambassador Saqer Abdullah Almoqbel, Chair of WTO General Council (tbc)
Interactive Dialogue between UN Permanent Representatives and the Executive Directors of the World Bank Group and IMF
10:45 – 11:40 Topic 1: The IMF’s Contribution to Financing for Development Agenda: Its Role in strengthening global macroeconomic and financial stability – a deep dive
The IMF has a strong role in helping countries maintain or restore macroeconomic and financial stability and implement sound policies that support sustainable and inclusive growth.
- What lessons can be learnt from the IMF’s continued policy advice, capacity development and lending efforts to support countries facing balance of payment needs?
- What past and current country examples would participants emphasize in highlighting the Fund’s support for strengthening countries’ macroeconomic frameworks, which are essential for sustainable development?
Speakers
Moderator: Veda Poon, IMF Liaison Committee Chair
- Discussant: Member State
- Discussant: Stakeholder - CSO
- Executive Director, IMF
- Interactive discussion: Questions/comments from the floor
11:40 – 12:35 Topic 2: The WBG’s Contribution to Financing for Development Agenda Reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development
Over the last 20 years, WBG’s annual financing grew fivefold to $120 billion in 2024, driven by shareholder support, capital framework reforms, and IDA financial transformation. The WBG Evolution has further expanded lending headroom, enhanced efficiency, introduced a new scorecard, and strengthened partnerships.
- Over the next years, what are the priorities the WBG should focus to further increase its effectiveness and development impact? How should knowledge contribute to this?
- In the new global context, what are the most realistic and effective avenues to further increase financial resources for development and emerging countries?
- Which specific sectors and structural reforms should the WBG focus on when providing advice and financial support to client countries?
Speakers
Moderator: Mr. Matteo Bugamelli, Dean, Board of Executive Directors, The World Bank Group
- Discussant: Member State
- Discussant: Stakeholder - CSO
- Executive Director, WBG
- Interactive discussion: Questions/comments from the floor
12:35 – 12:45 Summary remarks
- Mr. Matteo Bugamelli, Dean, Board of Executive Directors, The World Bank Group
- Ms. Veda Poon, Chair, Liaison Committee, IMF Executive Board