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IPS offers logistics and resources to host international conferences, seminars and serve as a working partner for regional seminars and workshops.
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- International Conference: “Migration, Remittances and Development Nexus in South Asia”, Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, 4-5 May, 2009
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The Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) and Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES), Colombo, jointly organized an international conference on “Migration, Remittances and Development Nexus in South Asia” at the Taj Samudra Hotel during 4-5 May, 2009. Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of Export Development and International Trade, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, and Prof. Farooq Sobhan, President, Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI), Bangladesh, attended as the Guest of Honour.
An increasing number of institutions are involved in evaluating the migration and development linkage. Even though many conferences are held and more papers are written on the subject, focusing on the effects of migration on destination countries, the links between migration and development issues in the sending countries have been somewhat neglected, particularly as far as empirical research is concerned On the other hand, development impact of migration depends on the economic policies in home countries and destination countries. Economic policies need to be developed to maximize the impact of migration and remittances. Detailed information on the relationship between development and migration is therefore important in designing such policies in home and destination countries.
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- International Conference: "Broadening Economic Integration in South Asia: Incorporating Services Liberalization at a Time of Global Economic Crisis", Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, 30-31 March, 2009
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The Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) and the UNDP Regional Centre in Colombo (UNDP-RCC), jointly organized an international conference on: “Broadening Economic Integration in South Asia: Incorporating Services Liberalization at a Time of Global Economic Crisis” at the Taj Samudra Hotel during 30 - 31 March, 2009. Hon. Prof. G.L. Peries, Minister of Export Development and International Trade, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Nihal Rodrigo, Advisor to H.E. the President on Foreign Affairs & former Secretary General – SAARC, attended as the Guest of Honour.
Dr. Saman Kelegama, Executive Director, IPS, made the welcome and introduction to the conference, and Mr. Omar Noman, Head UNDP-RCC and Chief of Policies and Programmes, UNDP Regional Centre for Asia and Pacific made the opening remarks. The latest publication edited by the IPS, Executive Director, and published by Sage Publications, India, titled: “Trade in Services in South Asia: Opportunities and Risks of Liberalization” was launched during the inauguration. The book is an attempt to capture some of the key interests – both offensive and defensive - of different South Asian countries with regard to liberalization of trade in services.
The key objective of the conference was to facilitate informed discussion and consultations on the way forward for the SAARC countries’ engagement in trade in services negotiations. The conference was a first of its kind and sought to develop broad contours of a plausible negotiating agenda for liberalizing trade in services which can have beneficial employment and human development impacts in the region. The papers prepared by eminent resource persons drawn from across the region and outside the region shed light on the challenges ahead, and serve as key inputs for negotiators. Furthermore, the conference served as a forum for other stakeholders in civil society, government, academia and the private sector to debate contending views on this topical issue.
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- World Development Report 2009
Reshaping Economic Geography: Conference on “Implications for Sri Lanka”,
Galadari Hotel, Colombo, 18 March, 2009
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IPS and the World Bank, Sri Lanka, organized a one day conference on, “World Development Report 2009 -- Reshaping Economic Geography: Implications for Sri Lanka” on the 18 March, 2009 at the Galadari Hotel, Colombo. Hon. Sarath Amunugama, Minister of Public Administration and Home Affairs, and Deputy Minister of Finance was the Chief Guest. Dr. Saman Kelegama, Executive Director, IPS, made the welcome and introductory remarks, and Ms. Naoko Ishii, Country Director, World Bank, made the opening remarks. The World Development Report (WDR) 2009 was introduced by Indermit Gill, Team Leader, WDR 2009, followed by analyses of the report by experts.
The Conference “World Development Report 2009 -- Reshaping Economic Geography: Implications for Sri Lanka” examined these issues from a Sri Lankan perspective. Regional disparities in economic development are a critical development issue in Sri Lanka. The country has long seen economic growth and prosperity concentrated in the Western Province whilst other provinces have failed to live up to potential.
Overall, the sessions examined why production becomes more concentrated spatially as economies grow, how economic integration can be used to promote spatial transformation, revisit the debates on urbanization, territorial development, and regional development. Sessions I and II in particular mapped and examined in detail the extent, causes and solutions to regional disparities in development in Sri Lanka, followed by a discussion on the education sector, as a case study on this subject.
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- Seminar on “Global Economic Crisis and Sri Lanka”, Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, 18 February, 2009
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The IPS organized a one day seminar entitled, “The Global Economic Crisis and Sri Lanka” on 18 February, 2009 at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo. Hon. Dr. Sarath Amunugama, Minister of Public Administration and Home Affairs, and Deputy Minister of Finance attended as the Chief Guest. Dr. Saman Kelegama, Executive Director, IPS, made the welcome and introductory remarks, while Ms. Naoko Ishii, Country Director, World Bank, made the opening remarks.
Despite the optimism that has been expressed with regard to Sri Lanka’s limited exposure to the crisis, it was made clear that such optimism is misplaced given the continued evolution of the crisis and the uncertain economic climate that prevails. In this context, it is essential that all countries take stock of the realised and potential impacts that may manifest. The importance of tailoring solutions to each country’s specific conditions was highlighted, emphasizing the inapplicability of “cookie cutter” solutions based on the response of other countries. The crisis has also shed light on windows of opportunity and positives for instance, the reduction in commodity prices, the opportunity and rationale for reform in key sectors such as fiscal and monetary policy, factor markets and reforms to safety nets. It was emphasized that any policy response to the crisis must distinguish between long term, short term and medium term measures all within a framework of a long term vision for the country’s economic direction.
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- Workshops on “Service Delivery and Provincial Budgeting for Promoting Pro-Poor
Growth and Development in
Sri Lanka”
Nuwara Eliya, 10 – 12 November, 2008
Trincomalee, 17 – 19 November, 2008
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The IPS in collaboration with the World Bank Institute (WBI) organized two residential workshops on “Service Delivery and Provincial Budgeting for Promoting Pro-Poor Growth and Development in Sri Lanka”. The first workshop was held at the Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya, during 10 – 12 November, 2008, and the second workshop at the Hotel Club Oceanic, Trincomalee, during 17 – 19 November, 2008. Hon. Tikiri Kobbekaduwa, Governor, Central Province, inaugurated the workshop in Nuwara Eliya, while Hon. Mohan Wijewickrama, Governor, Eastern Province, inaugurated the workshop in Trincomalee.
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 Nuwara Eliya, 10 – 12 November, 2008
Trincomalee, 17 – 19 November, 2008
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- National Conference on “Improving School Performance through Educational Decentralization”, National Institute of Education, Maharagama
14 November, 2008
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The IPS in collaboration with the National Institute of Education (NIE) and Poverty and Economic Policy Research Network (PEP) organized a National Conference on “Improving School Performance through Educational Decentralization” on 14 November, 2008 at the NIE, Maharagama.
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- Seminar on “India-Sri Lanka Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (ILCEPA): Opportunities and Challenges”, Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo
10 July, 2008
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A seminar on “India-Sri Lanka Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (ILCEPA): Opportunities and Challenges” organized by the IPS in collaboration with India – Sri Lanka Joint Business Council and Indo – Lanka Chamber of Commerce and Industry was held at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, on 10 July, 2008.
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- Regional Conference on “Strengthening Economic and Social Integration in South Asia”, Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo
30 - 31 May, 2008
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A regional conference on “Strengthening Economic and Social Integration in South Asia” was organized by the IPS in collaboration with the South Asia Centre for Policy Studies (SACEPS), Nepal, at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo, during 30-31 May, 2008.
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- International Conference on “Trade-Poverty Nexus in South Asia”, Trans Asia Hotel, Colombo
28 - 29 May, 2008
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The IPS in collaboration with the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Colombo, organized an international conference on “Trade-Poverty Nexus in South Asia” at the Trans Asia Hotel, Colombo during 28-29 May, 2008.
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- Seminar on “ADB-UNCTAD Study on Regional Cooperation in South Asia: Benefits from SAFTA and the Way Ahead”, Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo
13 March, 2008
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The IPS in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB)-India and United Nations Conference on Trade & Development (UNCTAD)-India organized a seminar on “ADB-UNCTAD Study on Regional Cooperation in South Asia: Benefits from SAFTA and the Way Ahead” at Taj Samudra, Colombo, on 13 March, 2008.
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- “Expert Consultation on Strategies for Improving Performance of Sri Lanka’s Energy and Transportation Sectors”, Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo
12 February, 2008
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The IPS organized an “Expert Consultation on Strategies for Improving Performance of Sri Lanka’s Energy and Transportation Sectors” at the Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo on 12 February, 2008.
Increasing fiscal constraints and the deterioration of service standards has prompted the government to explore options for improving performance in key State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs). In this context, the IPS has initiated a consultative study looking at four entities in the energy and transportation sectors – the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), Sri Lanka Railways (SLR), and Sri Lanka Central Transport Board (SLCTB) - selected as representative case studies of the SOE sector.
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Workshops on Service Delivery and Provincial Budgeting for Promoting Pro-Poor Growth and Development in Sri Lanka Dambulla, 16-18 November, 2007
Wadduwa, 23-25 November, 2007
The IPS in collaboration with the World Bank Institute (WBI) organized two residential workshops on “Service Delivery and Provincial Budgeting for Promoting Pro-Poor Growth and Development in Sri Lanka”. The first workshop was held at Hotel Amaya Lake, Dambulla during 16-18 November and the second at The-Blue-Water Hotel, Wadduwa during 23-25 November. Prasanna Gunawardena, former Mayor of Colombo, inaugurated the first workshop in Dambulla while H.P.C. Herath, Secretary, Ministry of Provincial Councils and Local Government, inaugurated the second workshop in Wadduwa.
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Dambulla, 16-18 November, 2007
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Wadduwa, 23-25 November, 2007
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- International Conference on “Towards BIMSTEC-Japan Comprehensive Economic Cooperation: Sri Lankan Perspective” Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo
17 August, 2007
The IPS organized an international conference on “Towards BIMSTEC-Japan Comprehensive Economic Cooperation: Sri Lankan Perspective” at the Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo on 17 August, 2007. The event was jointly organized with the Centre for Studies in International Relations and Development (CSIRD), India, and sponsored by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) of Japan.
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- International Conference on “Trade in Services in South Asia: Opportunities and Risks in Liberalization”, Colombo
4-5 April, 2007
The IPS and the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Colombo , jointly organized an international conference on “Trade in Services in South Asia: Opportunities and Risks in Liberalization” at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo , during 4-5 April, 2007. The conference was inaugurated by Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of Export Development and International Trade.
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- Workshop on a Participatory Concept Paper for the Design of an Effective Industrial Policy Framework for Sri Lanka, Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo, Sri Lanka
9 February, 2007
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The IPS jointly with the Industrial Association of Sri Lanka (IASL) organized an interactive workshop to discuss a participatory concept paper for the design of an effective Industrial Policy Framework for Sri Lanka at the Hotel Taj Samudra in Colombo on 9 February, 2007.
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- Workshops on Service Delivery for Pro-Poor Growth in Sri Lanka
Hotel Chaaya Village, Habarana, 11-13 January, 2007
Lighthouse Hotel, Galle, 16-18 January, 2007
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The IPS in collaboration with the World Bank Institute (WBI) organized two residential workshops on “Service Delivery for Pro-Poor Growth in Sri Lanka”, the first workshop at Hotel Chaaya Village, Habarana during 11-13 January and the second at Light House Hotel, Galle during 16-18 January. Mr. Nimal Bandara, Director-General, Sri Lanka Institute of Local Government, and Prof. Buddhadasa Hewavitharana, Chairman, IPS inaugurated the two workshops. The Executive Director, IPS, Dr. Saman Kelegama delivered the welcome address.
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- International Conference on “South Asia in the WTO”, Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka,
18-19 May, 2006
The IPS and the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), Colombo organized an International Conference on “South Asia in the WTO” during 18-19 May, 2006 at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo. Hon. Jeyaraj Fernandopulle, Minister of Trade, Commerce, Consumer Affairs, and Marketing was the Chief Guest at the Inaugural Session.
- National and Provincial Service Delivery and Infrastructure for Promoting Pro-Poor Growth and
Development in Sri Lanka
Hotel Riverina, Beruwela, Sri Lanka, 25-27 January, 2006
Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy, Sri Lanka, 1-3 February, 2006
The IPS in collaboration with the Department of Economics of the University of Colombo, Department of Economics and Statistics of the University of Peradeniya, and the World Bank Institute (WBI) organized two residential workshops on “Promoting Pro-Poor Growth and Development in Sri Lanka ”. Nivard Cabraal, Economic Advisor to His Excellency the President and Secretary, Ministry of Plan Implementation was the Chief Guest at the Inaugural Session at the first workshop at Riverina Hotel, Beruwela. Hon. Tikiri Kobbekaduwa, Governor, Central Province was the Chief Guest at the second workshop at Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy.
First Workshop at the Hotel Riverina, Beruwela, Sri Lanka, 25-27 January, 2006
Second Workshop at the Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy, Sri Lanka, 1-3 February, 2006
- Training of South Asian Economic Journalists on Bilateral Trade Agreements Club Hotel Dolphin, Waikkal, Sri Lanka,
3-4 December, 2005
The IPS in collaboration with the UNDP Regional Centre in Colombo and South Asian Centre for Economic Journalists, Islamabad, organized a two-day workshop on “Training of South Asian Economic Journalists on Bilateral Trade Agreements”. The workshop was inaugurated by Nivard Cabraal, Economic Advisor to His Excellency the President and Secretary, Ministry of Plan Implementation.
- Livelihood Post-Tsunami: Build Back Better? BMICH, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 1-2 December, 2005
The IPS in collaboration with the UNDP and ILO organized a workshop on “Livelihood Post-Tsunami: Build Back Better?”. The workshop was inaugurated by Abu Selim, Country Director, UNDP, Sri Lanka.
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International Conference: WTO Doha Round and South Asia: Linking Civil Society with Trade Negotiations, Galadari Hotel, Colombo , Sri Lanka , 22 September, 2005
The IPS organized an International Conference on “WTO Doha Round and South Asia: Linking Civil Society with Trade Negotiations” in Colombo on 22 September, 2005 in the run up to the Sixth WTO Ministerial Meeting in Hong Kong in December 2005.
The event touched on areas of agriculture, non-agriculture market access, services, trade facilitation and development dimensions of the Doha Agenda. Papers were presented from Nepal, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, respectively, on each of the issues.
- Poverty and Economic Policy (PEP) Research Network Fourth General Meeting Hotel Galadari, Colombo, Sri Lanka,
13-17 June, 2005
The Fourth General Meeting of the Poverty and Economic Policy (PEP) Research Network organized by the IPS in collaboration with the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Canada, Angelo King Institute, De La Salle University, Philippines, and the University of Laval, Canada was inaugurated on 13 June, 2005 at the Hotel Galadari, Colombo.
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After the Quota System: The Impact of the MFA Phase-Out on Growth and Employment in Asia Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 26-27 April, 2005
An International Conference on “After the Quota System: The Impact of the MFA Phase-Out on Growth and Employment in Asia” jointly organized by the IPS and the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) was held on 26-27 April, 2005 at Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo. S. Wirithamulla, Secretary, Ministry of Trade, Commerce and Consumer Affairs inaugurated the conference.
- WTO Doha Round and South Asia: Linking Civil Society with Trade Negotiations Hotel Galadari, Colombo, Sri Lanka,
9-10 March, 2005
A Regional Seminar on “WTO Doha Round and South Asia: Linking Civil Society with Trade Negotiations” jointly organized by the IPS, CUTS Centre for International Trade, Economics & Environment (CITEE), Jaipur, India and the South Asia Watch on Trade, Economics & Environment (SAWTEE), Nepal was held at the Hotel Galadari, Colombo during 9-10 March, 2005.
- Workshop on Regulatory Impact Assessment Ceylon Continental Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 22-23 June, 2004
The IPS in collaboration with the Centre on Regulation and Competition (CRC) and the Institute for Development Policy and Management (IDPM) of the University of Manchester, U.K. organized a two day workshop on “Regulatory Impact Assessment”. The workshop was inaugurated by Hon. Dr. Sarath Amunugama, Minister of Finance at the Ceylon Continental Hotel, Colombo.
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- Seminar on Follow-up of SAARC Summit Decisions concerning SAFTA, ISACPA & Social Charter Ceylon Continental Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 21 June, 2004
The IPS in collaboration with the South Asia Centre for Policy Studies (SACEPS) organized a seminar on “Follow-up of SAARC Summit Decisions concerning SAFTA, ISACPA & Social Charter” with Hon. Prof. Tissa Vitarana, Minister of Science and Technology as the Chief Guest.
- Regional Workshop on Trade Policies in South Asia World Trade Centre, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 2-3 October, 2003
The IPS in collaboration with the World Bank organized a two-day regional workshop on “Trade Policies in South Asia” at the World Trade Centre, Colombo.
- National Task Force Seminar of the South Asia Centre for Policy Studies Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo, Sri Lanka, 28 February, 2003
The IPS in collaboration with the South Asia Centre for Policy Studies (SACEPS) organized a one day seminar on “National Task Force Seminar of the South Asia Centre for Policy Studies” at the Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo.
- Technology Development in East Asia: Lessons from Other Developing Countries Club Palm Bay, Marawila, Sri Lanka, 24-26 February, 2003
The IPS in collaboration with the World Bank Institute organized a three day seminar on “ Technology Development in East Asia: Lessons from Other Developing Countries” with Hon. Keheliya Rambukwella, Minister of Science and Technology as the Chief Guest at the Club Palm Bay, Marawila.
- Regional Conference on Globalization and Agriculture: Challenges for South Asia New Delhi, India, 4-5 December, 2002
IPS jointly organized this seminar in New Delhi, India with Research and Information System for the Non-aligned and other Developing Countries (RIS), India, with the collaboration of IFRRI at the Indian Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
- Symposium on 400 Years of Relations between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands Colombo, Sri Lanka, 9-10 August, 2002
IPS in collaboration with the Sri Lanka-Netherlands Association organized a two-day symposium on "400 Years of Relations between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands." Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of Enterprise Development, Industrial Policy and Investment Promotion was the Chief Guest, and Susan Blankhart, Ambassador of the Netherlands was Guest of Honour.
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