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Theme: Agritech: Feeding the Future

28 August 2024

ITCN Asia, Expo Center, Karachi

When & Where

Event Schedule

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Time

10.00 – 10.30

Duration

30 Minutes

Agenda

Registration

Master of Ceremony

Ms. Safina Shalwani, International Relations Specialist, ICCD

Time

10.30 – 11.00

Duration

30 Minutes

Welcome Speech

H.E. Mr. Yousef Hasan Khalawi, Secretary General Islamic Chamber of Commerce & Development (ICCD)

Keynote Speech

H.E. Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, President The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI)

Speech by Strategic Sponsor

Mr. Muhammad Atif Hanif, CEO, Al- Baraka Bank (Pakistan) Limited

Speech by ITCN Asia

Mr. Umair Nizam, Group Director - Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd Event Director - ITCN Asia

Keynote Speech by Chief Guest

H.E. Mr. Jam Kamal Khan Federal Minister of Commerce, Government of Pakistan

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Panel Discussion 1

CEO Insights: Climate Change & Agriculture Development: Sustainability & Future Business Models

Time

12:05 - 12:20

Duration

60 Minutes
5 minutes (key note) + 45 minutes (panel discussion) + 10 minutes Q&A

Agenda

Keynote Speaker

Panel Discussion Brief

This panel will bring together CEOs of leading agricultural companies to explore the transformative potential of climate-conscious innovation. By leveraging advanced technologies, sustainable practices, and forwardthinking business models, this discussion aims to redefine the future of business in a rapidly changing world shaped by climate change and the imperative of sustainability.

Time

12.05 – 12.20

Duration

15 Minutes
10 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A

Agenda

Fireside Chat: From Idea to Impact- The Entrepreneurs Journey

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Panel Discussion 2

Empowering Growth: Financing the AgriTech Adoption

Time

12:20-1:30

Duration

60 Minutes
5 minutes (key note)+ 45 minutes (panel discussion) + 10 minutes Q&A

Agenda

Panel Discussion Brief

This panel will convene financial institutions, including banks, development finance institutions (DFIs), and representatives from Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs), to explore the transformative potential of digital financing solutions in agriculture. By leveraging technology and innovative financial instruments, this discussion aims to identify strategies for improving access to finance, enhancing financial inclusion, and promoting sustainable agricultural development.

Time

1:30 – 2:30

Duration

60 Minutes

Agenda

Lunch/Prayer Break

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Panel Discussion 3

Agri-preneurs: Empowering Local Innovations

Time

2:30 – 3:30

Duration

60 Minutes
5 minutes (key note) + 45 minutes (panel discussion) + 10 minutes Q&A

Agenda

Panel Discussion Brief

This panel will highlight the pivotal role of entrepreneurs & international organizations in driving agricultural innovation and fostering local solutions. By empowering AgriTech, this discussion aims to explore how grassroots initiatives can lead to transformative changes in the agricultural landscape.