SEADS 2020

Sowing SEADS of Growth

COVID-19 is a game changer. As the world tries to scramble for ways to live in the new normal, digital has emerged as a tool to soften COVID-19’s impact. This is where SEADS comes in. At this year’s SEADS, we will provide insights on how digital can jump-start an inclusive economic recovery, empower governments, improve access to education and healthcare, and revive tourism.

Big Names, Big Ideas

Hear from ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa, Indonesia Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, tech industry leaders from Google, Grab, Mastercard, MeshMinds, Microsoft, and 500 Startups, and other leaders in government, industry, technology and academia as they discuss policies and initiatives to foster sustainable growth.

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Our agenda was designed to highlight digital solutions already making a difference in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Dive deeper into our themes with these special sessions and find out digital’s roles in spurring inclusive economic recovery, improving government services, and widening access to education and healthcare.

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Here is our lineup of speakers.