International Conferences

INAUGURAL CONFERENCE OF THE COMMISSION ON GLOBALIZATION
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 13-15, 2002

State of the World Forum Secretariat launched the formal activities of the Commission on Globalization at the London Business School December 13-15, 2001. More than eighty Co-Chairs and Commissioners attended the two full days of wide ranging discussions on the strategy and goals of the Commission; provided reports on the special projects and Policy Action Groups which comprise the work of the Commission; participated in energetic business meetings in which a highly diverse and competent Steering Committee was elected; and engaged in substantive dialogues about important global issues.

The Inaugural Meeting, attended by 100 Co-Chairs, Commissioners and special guests brought closure to many months of preparation and provided a sense of direction and common purpose. A lot of hard work lies ahead, but the challenges can now be approached with a sense of community and strength.

A Joint Statement, signed by over 100 Co-Chairs and Commissioners, appeared in the global edition of the Financial Times on December 13, 2001 and attracted thousands of hits on our website and numerous other inquiries. This statement contributed to the overall press coverage the event drew.

The next Commission meeting is planned for December 4-7, 2002 in Mexico City. In the interim, the Forum and its collaborating partners will seek to strengthen the composition of the Commission's participants, expand its political and corporate influence, enhance its thought leadership and intellectual capacity, as well as continue to work with its Policy Action Groups and Special Initiatives.

View the final report of the Inaugural Meeting.