4th Annual Indo-Pacific Strategy Forum (IPSF 2024)

The Institute for Peace & Diplomacy (IPD) is delighted to announce the 4th annual Indo-Pacific Strategy Forum (IPSF 2024), to be hosted on December 10, 2024 in downtown Ottawa. See the full program .

IPSF is the largest and most comprehensive Indo-Pacific conference in Canada on Canada’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific. The forum convenes a diverse in-person audience of around 200 participants, encompassing federal and provincial officials, academics, business leaders, the foreign diplomatic corps, and key stakeholders from the Indo-Pacific region.

This year’s forum comes at a critical juncture, coinciding with Canada’s role as Chair of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the two-year milestone of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, coupled with a new White House and major elections in the region this year. Additionally, the imminent completion of LNG Canada’s export facility represents a significant milestone in Canadian energy, enhancing our ability to meet the growing demand for cleaner energy solutions in Asian markets.

IPSF 2024 will gather stakeholders from Canada and across the Indo-Pacific to discuss evolving economic, trade, and geopolitical issues, with a special focus on the role of Canadian energy exports in supporting sustainable development across the region.IPSF 2024 aims to boost enthusiastic participation, facilitate pivotal discussions about Canada’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific, and pave the way for informed action. The forum will feature over 30 speakers, including diplomats, academics, policy experts, and business leaders.

This one-day conference will feature keynote speeches, expert panels, roundtables, and networking sessions, fostering dialogue on regional dynamics and opportunities for collaboration. IPSF 2024 aspires to encourage Canadian engagement in the Indo-Pacific region, and propel collective action towards a more sustainable and prosperous region.

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