The theme for this fall's conference is Recession Aftershocks: Global Business and Policy Dilemmas, offering plenary sessions that address the issues at the forefront of the global economy.

This conference will provide you with key information to help you improve your business strategy in Asia and globally. It will help you answer the following critical questions: - Is this recovery broad and sustainable, or merely based on the strength of a fiscally fuelled boom in China? - Is...

Topics: - Are the near-term risks for growth, inflation, and interest rates all on the upside? - How much have financial risks risen in recent months? - Is China an accident waiting to happen—especially after the 2008 Olympics? - Which are the next hot emerging markets? - How are companies...

Topics: - How well can the world economy cope with export-led growth in the United States? - When will the euro challenge the dollar as a principal reserve currency? - Can Europe improve its competitiveness by following the example of Germany? - What are the implications of the changing...

Topic: The World Economy: A Mild Slowdown or Something More Problematic?

Conference speakers will focus on the implications for business and governments and adress such questions as: - Will global growth remain robust, and allow Europe to sustain stronger growth? - What is Europe doing to overcome its structural problems and achieve the Lisbon objectives? - Could...