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TICAD8 side event: “Role of the private sector in combating climate change and promoting sustainable development”

The objectives of the side event are: -Discussions on global and regional ecological and socio-economic climate issues, and highlight the key role of the private sector in ensuring transformational change in global and regional development, -Sharing experiences of financial institutions, support mechanisms and cooperation to promote clean private investment aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate issues, at global, regional and national level (Tunisia). -Presentation and discussion of the private sector effort and its role in the implementation of the SDGs and climate policies, -The role of technological innovation and startups in improving climate ambition and operationalizing climate targets.

The side event will be attended by high level officials representing international and regional organizations and funding bodies, in addition to a significant number of ministries, national institutions, experts, private companies, financial and banking structures.