Day 1

Wednesday, April 17

Morning Session • Gallup Great Hall

Will the Rise of Trading Blocs Bring Down the Global Trade Edifice?

International commerce is being broken down by regional trading relations, possibly spelling the end of the liberal economic world order.

Morning Session • Green Rooms at Mellon

Tracking National Infrastructure Competition, Who’s Ahead and Who’s Behind

Differing investments in the backbone of the global economy will separate those sprinting forward from those falling short.

Afternoon Session • Gallup Great Hall

The Journey vs. The Destination
 

The promise of electric vehicles, hydrogen-powered travel, and supersonic airplanes are colliding with supply chain constraints, geopolitical tensions, and other hurdles.

Day 2

Thursday, April 18

Morning Session • Gallup Great Hall

Lurking Beneath the Surface: Risks Ahead

Inflation is easing but geopolitical risks, puzzling new economic norms, and other challenges lie ahead.

Morning Session • Green Rooms at Mellon

Is Rising Developing Nation Debt a Blessing or a Curse?

Borrowing costs have skyrocketed, but the price could be worth it if it results in economic growth.

Afternoon Session • Gallup Great Hall

The Risks and Rewards of AI Everything Everywhere All at Once

AI becoming a part of our everyday personal and professional lives presents world-changing opportunities and cautionary tales.