To address MSME challenges and in celebration of MSME Day on 27 June, the Permanent Mission of Argentina, UNCTAD, DESA and ICSB will hold a virtual event on 25 June. This event will bring together high-level speakers from the private and public sectors to have an interactive dialogue on how to support MSMEs in these difficult times. It will contribute to the collective voice of MSME solidarity, while enhancing their critical roles in sustainable development and post COVID-19 recovery. The event is scheduled at 09:00am -12:15pm EDT on 25 June.

Please also find a draft programme attached for additional information of the event.

Agenda

9:00 – 9:30 am (EDT) High-Level Opening Panel: We Hear You, Moderated by the International Council for Small Business

9:30 – 10:45 am (EDT) Panel Discussion One: Leveraging MSMEs as Change-makers and First Responders to societal needs, Moderated by UNCTAD

10:45 – 12:00 pm (EDT) Panel Discussion Two: Adding Chairs, All Voices Welcome at This Table, Moderated by DESA

12:00 – 12:15 pm (EDT) Closing Remarks

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