? 20 April 2021 ? 15:00–16:40 (Tokyo time)
Virtual
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is resulting in a shift from an industrial to a knowledge economy in which creativity and innovation are increasingly critical for sustained growth. Both commercial and cultural in nature, creative industries are becoming a driver of entrepreneurship and economic opportunities through trade and intellectual property rights. The creative economy can also empower local communities and foster ownership, supported by a dynamic value chain composed of small and independent enterprises, non-profits, and professionals.
Globally, export growth of creative goods has increased by 7% over the last 13 years and the value of creative services has also steadily risen as businesses digitalize their operations. Yet, while data indicates that creative startups are booming in developing markets in Asia and the Pacific, such as those in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region, the creative sector’s development in these areas is still comparatively slower than in other parts of the world.
Co-organized by ADBI and the ASEAN Secretariat, this webinar will explore creative industries in developing Asia and the Pacific, their sustainable development potential, and the challenges they face during the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing upon lessons and experiences from ASEAN countries. It will also identify ways to boost the growth of creative industries.
The webinar will feature case studies from Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, best practices, and recommendations for mitigating COVID-19 challenges and enhancing the resilience of the creative economy across Asia and the Pacific moving forward.
Objectives:
- Examine the growth and sustainable development potential of creative industries in developing Asia and the Pacific
- Spotlight creative sector case studies from ASEAN countries, providing lessons and experiences to help guide policy approaches in other developing Asian and Pacific economies
- Discuss ways to promote the resilient growth of creative industries across the region
