The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) and the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Regional Office VII, in partnership with Bohol Island State University (BISU), will hold a policy forum titled “Harnessing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (FIRe): Creating Central Visayas’ Future Today” which will be held on March 6, 2019, in Tagbilaran City.
This regional event is part of a series of awareness-raising activities, policy dialogues, and seminars initiated by PIDS to promote deep and broad-based understanding of the socioeconomic implications of the FIRe. The forum is intended to serve as a venue where the government, business sector, and civil society of Central Visayas can engage in an open and evidence-based discussion on the prospects of the region in the era of FIRe and how it can take advantage of emerging technologies to further develop its economic potential and contribute to the attainment of AmBisyon Natin 2040.
NOTE: Due to limited seating, this event is by invitation only. For more information, kindly get in touch with Mr. Timogen G. Arellano of NEDA VII at tel. no. 032-414-5273 local 304 or email kmd@neda7.net.ph.
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SESSION 1: Mapping the Future
The Fourth Industrial Revolution: Opportunities and Challenges for the Philippines by Dr. Jose Ramon Albert and Dr. Ramonette Serafica
AmBisyon Natin 2040 and Regional Development Plan for Science, Technology, and Innovation 2017-2022 by NEDA 7 Regional Director Efren Carreon
Philippine Inclusive Innovation Industrial Strategy (i3s): Innovation for Industry Development by DTI 7 Assistant Regional Director Nannette Arbon
SESSION 2: Securing the Future through Education and Training
Harnessing the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Securing Bohol's Future through Education and Training by Dr. Ma. Victoria Bernido
Securing the Future through Education and Training by TESDA 7 Regional Director Tonie June Tamayo
How might we make the future work for every Filipino? by Justine Raagas, PBED
SESSION 3: Sustaining the Future through Government-Academe-Industry Collaboration
Harnessing the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Creating Central Visayas’ Future Today by CHED 7 Regional Director Maximo Aljibe
Academe, Industry - CIB.O Collaboration by Mr. Wilfredo Sa-a, Jr.
Harnessing the Fourth Industrial Revolution: Sustaining the Future through Government-Academe-Industry Collaboration by Ms. Marietta Gasatan
