Introduction
To enhance your familiarity with UIC and its activities, we are organising a series of regular web meetings for UIC Asia-Pacific members, with the objective of fostering greater engagement in UIC initiatives and providing an opportunity for direct inquiries.
This particular session will delve into the UIC’s global advocacy efforts, with a focus on National Determined Contributions (NDCs) and Climate Finance. We’ll explore why these topics are crucial for the railway sector and how organisations like UN ESCAP, ADB, and AIIB are contributing. Join the webinar to discover opportunities for collaboration and to understand how we can collectively advance sustainable railway development in the region.
Please note, this event is exclusive to UIC members.
Programme
9:00 - 9:05 AM (5 min): Welcome Remarks
Mr. Philippe Lorand, Director of Institutional Relations, Advocacy and Communications & Coordinator Asia-Pacific region, UIC
9:05 - 9:10 AM (5 min): UIC Global Advocacy Work Presentation
Joo Hyun Ha, Head of Advocacy, UIC
9:10 - 9:15 AM (5 min): Interactive Poll
- Question 1: Who is engaging in advocacy within your company/organisation?
- Question 2: What specific topics are you currently advocating for?
9:15 - 9:45 AM (30 min): NDCs and Climate Finance – Why is it Important for Railways?
- 9:15 - 9:25 AM (10 min): UN ESCAP – Work on NDCs?
- 9:25 - 9:35 AM (10 min): ADB – Climate Finance for Railways
- 9:35 - 9:45 AM (10 min): AIIB – Climate Finance for Railways
9:45 - 10:20 AM (35 min): Q&A Session
An open forum for participants to ask questions to the presenters and engage in discussion on global advocacy, NDCs, and climate finance.
10:20 - 10:30 AM (10 min): Closing Remarks and Next Steps
Summary of key takeaways, call to action for members, and information on upcoming UIC activities.