Future Programme

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2013

States and markets: where are the boundaries?
Apr 18-20,  Chair: Sir Richard Lambert

Protecting civilians in armed conflict
May 16-18, Chair: The Rt Hon Baroness Amos
In partnership with the Overseas Development Institute

The future of Scotland: international implications and comparisons
Jun 6-8, Chair: Sir Emyr Jones Parry GCMG

Ensuring a responsible financial sector
Sep 20-22, Chair: The Honourable Jim Flaherty, PC, MP
In partnership with Canadian Ditchley
(Conference to be held in Château Montebello, Canada)

Germany's role in the EU
Oct 24-26, Chair: Ambassador Wolfgang Ischinger

Urbanisation: the century of cities
Nov 21-23, Chair: Mr Tony Travers

Japan's regional and global future
Dec 12-14, Chair: Sir John Boyd KCMG