Knowledge-Sharing Sessions for Mongolia: Developing the Economic Cooperation Zone Project 24 March to 28 April 2021 ADB is currently implementing the “Developing the Economic Cooperation Zone Project (L-3936),” which aims to operationalize Mongolia’s Zamyn-Uud free zone, and serve as a catalyst for diversifying Mongolia’s economy, integrating it into regional and global value chains, and increasing employment opportunities. To complement project activities, ADB's East Asia Department organized a series of knowledge sessions from March to April 2021 with around 300 participants. Supported by TA 9679, session topics include best practices in special economic zones (SEZs), water-saving technology, and options for public-private partnership in zone operations. ADB staff and international experts shared knowledge and lessons to public and private stakeholders in Mongolia. Program and Learning Materials 24 March 2021 Session / Activity Title Speaker(s) 24 March 2021 Knowledge-sharing 1: How can special economic zones (SEZs) catalyze economic development? Jong Woo Kang, Principal Economist, Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department of ADB discussed the rise and evolution of economic… 31 March 2021 Knowledge-sharing 2: International Best Practices and Practical Experience in SEZs In this session, Prof. Aradhana Aggarwal, from the Department of International Economics and Management, Copenhagen Business School discussed… 14 April 2021 Knowledge-sharing 3: Adopting Water-Saving Technology in Zone Operations Eduardo Garcia Alonso, water systems expert, shared regional experience in smart water management including from Viet Nam, Nepal, Georgia and the… 28 April 2021 Knowledge-sharing 4: Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Options in Zone Operations Denzel Hankinson, PPP Specialist, described the characteristics of public-private partnerships (PPPs), different types, example of major types,… Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Event Coordinator/s Dorothea Lazaro Desi Arvin Diaz Related Full Agenda ADB Organizer/s East Asia Department Topics Economics Industry and Trade Regional Cooperation and Integration