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SUMMARY:Workshop on Unlocking the Value of Indigenous Gemstones
DESCRIPTION:Pakistan possesses vast reserves of high-value indigenous gemstones\, including emeralds\, rubies\, peridot\, and topaz. However\, much of the sector remains constrained by traditional mining techniques\, limited processing capabilities\, and informal trade channels\, resulting in significant loss of economic value for both Pakistan and the broader region. \nTo unlock the full economic potential of this sector\, transitioning from informal raw-stone trading to formal\, high-value-added export models aligns directly with the SPP Primer on technology standardization\, workforce upskilling\, and industrial productivity. \nOrganized in collaboration with the National Productivity Organization Pakistan\, Ministry of Industries and Production\, and Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company (PGJDC)\, alongside technical expertise from regional hubs\, this timely workshop provides a strategic platform to bridge technical gaps\, enhance capacity in value chain development\, and foster formal B2B market integration across APO member economies. \nFor more details please click here.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/workshop-on-unlocking-the-value-of-indigenous-gemstones/
LOCATION:Pakistan
CATEGORIES:Projects
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
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SUMMARY:Developing a Sector-level Productivity Diagnostic Model through MFCA
DESCRIPTION:Material flow cost accounting (MFCA) is a prominent productivity tool that focuses on tracing input materials\, waste\, emissions\, and negative products. MFCA helps enhance an organization’s overall economic and environmental performance\, which is a useful innovation in the kaizen approach. In this respect\, DOSMEP plans to implement the Workshop on MFCA for Lao PDR’s agroprocessing and industry sectors to lead to a new model for promoting a more effective\, enhanced version of MFCA and GP in the collaborative\, wider ecosystem.\nThe project will be composed of two parts. First\, a Workshop on MFCA will be conducted for participants from sectors in which SMEs are actively engaged\, including agroprocessing\, footwear\, optical lenses\, garments\, and auto parts. The workshop will provide practical tools for and knowledge of MFCA\, resource efficiency\, and cleaner production at the process level while introducing GP concepts\, environmental management\, and circular economy practices within the MFCA framework. Second\, a rapid assessment of selected SMEs will be undertaken to identify opportunities for consultancy support on ESG\, sustainability\, and the application of MFCA in preparation for the next phase of the project.\nThe activities are expected to strengthen the institutional capacity of DOSMEP and relevant government departments to support\, monitor\, and promote GP and sustainable manufacturing among SMEs. They will also enhance the capability of enterprises to transform their existing operations toward greater sustainability\, resource efficiency\, and environmental performance while contributing to long-term industrial growth and national competitiveness.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/developing-a-sector-level-productivity-diagnostic-model-through-mfca/
LOCATION:Lao PDR
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20261007T200628
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SUMMARY:Productivity Innovation through AI Transformation
DESCRIPTION:The rapid advancement of artificial AI\, particularly generative AI\, is reshaping industries\, business models\, and the global productivity landscape. At the same time\, AX is becoming increasingly integrated with broader DX efforts. As AI becomes an increasingly important driver of innovation and competitiveness\, differences in digital readiness\, institutional support\, organizational capabilities\, and access to practical knowledge affect how effectively governments and enterprises respond to AI transformation. This creates a growing need for structured opportunities to exchange experiences and examine practical approaches to AI-driven productivity innovation. \nAgainst this background\, the ROK will host a three-day face-to-face program for participants from APO member economies to promote knowledge sharing and stakeholder collaboration on AI-driven productivity innovation. The program will provide a platform for sharing policy perspectives\, enterprise AX strategies\, emerging technologies\, and practical applications related to digital DX and AI AX. \nThrough expert lectures\, visits to AI-related institutions\, and participation in major AI and smart-technology exhibitions\, participants will explore national AI and digital strategies\, enterprise responses to AX\, AI innovation ecosystems\, and practical applications of AI\, robotics\, and smart technologies. The program is expected to help participants identify and share relevant practices and approaches for productivity innovation\, strengthen connections with relevant AI and DX stakeholders\, and identify possible areas for continued collaboration and knowledge exchanges among participating member economies. \nFor more details\, please click here.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/productivity-innovation-through-ai-transformation/
LOCATION:Republic of Korea
CATEGORIES:Projects
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20261007T200628
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SUMMARY:TES on Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Industry Development by RCCI
DESCRIPTION:Pakistan’s Pharmaceuticals Export Strategy 2023–2027 identifies pharmaceuticals as a priority export sector and calls for stronger compliance with international production standards\, including more GMP-\, FDA- or EMA-approved plants. URAAN Pakistan\, the government’s Five-Year National Economic Transformation Plan (2024–29)\, likewise emphasizes export-led growth through its 5Es framework: (i) Exports\, (ii) E-Pakistan\, (iii) Environment – Food and Water Security\, (iv) Energy and Infrastructure\, and (v) Equity\, Ethics\, and Empowerment. Against this policy backdrop\, this TES project aims to strengthen participating companies’ readiness for applicable US FDA requirements and highly regulated export markets. \nThis TES project supports Pakistani pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies in meeting FDA compliance requirements for exports to the USA\, providing expert guidance on production processes\, documentation\, quality control\, and regulatory requirements\, and develops a model FDA compliance framework replicable across the sector. It contributes primarily to the Pillar 3 process and workforce improvement agenda. As a secondary contribution\, its policy recommendations are tagged against Pillar 1\, in which the 2026 KR calls for a multistakeholder committee to define baseline sector productivity KPIs. \nThe 10-day face-to-face TES project will combine expert consultation\, capacity building\, and company-level technical assessment. The resource person(s) will review selected companies’ practices and systems\, identify compliance gaps\, recommend corrective and technical interventions\, and support practical improvement actions. \nFindings and lessons will be consolidated into a model FDA compliance framework for sector-wide replication\, while strengthening workforce capability\, export readiness\, regulatory compliance\, competitiveness\, and productivity. \nFor more details\, please click here.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/tes-on-pharmaceutical-and-nutraceutical-industry-development-by-rcci/
LOCATION:Pakistan
CATEGORIES:Projects
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTSTAMP:20261007T200628
CREATED:20261007T005603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T053756Z
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SUMMARY:Technical Workshop on Green Transformation and Low-carbon Manufacturing for Priority Sectors
DESCRIPTION:Stringent decarbonization regulations such as the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism with active financial obligations across global supply chains is nudging manufacturing-driven economies including Vietnam and the ROC to actively strive for advances in green growth\, renewable energy development\, the circular economy\, and low‑carbon industrial transformation. \nWith shared priorities and mutual interest\, this workshop through involvement of experts from the ROC and Vietnam besides strengthening the VNPI’s capacity to promote green transformation and low-carbon manufacturing in priority sectors will foster constructive dialogue and collaborative partnerships among the target audience including government agencies\, industry associations\, and enterprises. \nAt the NPO level\, the experience sharing and knowledge exchange during the workshop will have a cascading effect on plausible future projects between the VNPI and CPC in line with their green transition pathways. \nFor more details\, please click here.
URL:https://www.apo-tokyo.org/event/technical-workshop-on-green-transformation-and-low-carbon-manufacturing-for-priority-sectors/
LOCATION:Vietnam
CATEGORIES:Projects
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