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WFP Webinar Series: E-commerce for Rural Value Chain Development

June 26, 2020
  • When: Every Monday between 29 of June and 20 July, 8:00pm – 9:30pm Beijing time / 8:00am – 9:30am New York time.
  • Please register here. 

Background

Digital technology has emerged as a vital accelerator for the sustainable development of agriculture. E-commerce has been proved to be an effective solution and new driver to address the developmental challenges, revitalize the rural economy, and create more job opportunities. The World Food Program Centre of Excellence in China is organizing a webinar series on E-commerce for Rural Value Chain Development, targeting policy and decision makers in agriculture departments, relevant technical staffs, and key smallholder farmers in developing countries. The webinar will be delivered in 4 episodes, every Monday  8:00pm – 9:30pm Beijing time / 8:00am – 9:30am New York time, starting from 29 June.

The webinar will provide an opportunity for in-depth communication on how e-commerce contributes to agriculture and rural transformation, fostering rural entrepreneurship and the overarching goal of eradicating hunger and inequality in order to achieving SDGs.  The webinar will be  an open online event. Participants interested in E-commerce for smallholder support, and rural value chain development policy are invited to join the webinar.

Agenda:

Module 1: 29 June, 8:00pm – 9:30pm Beijing Time

  • Theme: Policy on Rural E-commerce Development Enhancement and Digital Countryside Strategy
  • Content: The Elaboration on China’s Agricultural Informatization and Rural E-commerce Policy.
  • Moderator: Dr. Qu Sixi, Representative/Country Director, WFP China
Opening Remarks (8:10 – 8:20)
  • Mr. Stanlake Samkange, Senior Director, Strategic Coordination Division, WFP HQ
  • Mr. David Kaatrud, Director, Humanitarian and Development Division, WFP HQ
Presentation (8:20 – 9:20)
  • Prof. Wang Yingkuan, Agricultural Planning Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China
  • Prof. Tang Min, Counselor, State Council of the People’s Republic of China, Founder of the China Cross-border E-commerce 50-person Forum
Q&A (9:20 – 9:30)

Module 2: 6 July, 8:00pm – 9:30pm Beijing Time

  • Theme: E-commerce for Value Chain Development in Rural China
  • Content: Digitalizing Countryside for Building a New Rural Business Ecology.
  • Moderator: Dr. Hany Besada, Senior Researcher, UNOSSC
Presentation (8:10 – 9:20)
  • Prof. Wang Xiaolin, Fudan University
  • Mr. Xiao Junyan, Researcher, Rural Economic Research Department, Development Research Centre of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China
Q&A (9:20 – 9:30)

Module 3: 13 July, 8:00pm – 9:30pm Beijing Time

  • Theme: Rural Taobao-Village and Poverty Reduction
  • Content: E-commerce Supports Poverty Reduction and Boost Rural Economy.
  • Moderator: Dr. Zhao Bing, Director, Food Systems and Smallholder Support, WFP HQ
Presentation (8:10 – 9:20)
  • Mr. Gao Hongbin, Director, Ali Research, Alibaba Group
  • Mr. Li Xiaolin, Chairman of China E-commerce Poverty Alleviation Alliance
Q&A (9:20 – 9:30)

Module 4: 20 July, 8:00pm – 9:30pm Beijing Time

  • Theme: E-commerce Cases and Online Business Fostering
  • Content: E-commerce Promotes Value Chain Development for Smallholders.
  • Moderator: Dr. Wu Lifeng, Director, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China
Presentation (8:10 – 9:10)
  • Ms. Wu Xiuyuan, Researcher, Information Center (Expert Committee of the Yi’Nong Info Centre), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China
  • Mr. Han Rui, Head of Jing Dong Global
Q&A (9:10 – 9:20) Concluding Remarks (9:20 – 9:30)
  • Dr. Qu Sixi, Representative/Country Director, WFP China
 

Call for Submission

The United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC) is pleased to invite submissions of good practices. We seek examples of South-South and triangular cooperation that showcase innovative, impactful, and scalable solutions, demonstrating collaborative efforts among countries of the Global South as well as supported through triangular cooperation involving traditional donors, multilateral organizations, and developed countries.

These good practices will be featured on South-South Galaxy, UNOSSC’s global knowledge-sharing and partnership brokering platform. South-South Galaxy serves as a dynamic digital repository where development practitioners can access solutions, connect with partners, and engage in knowledge exchange. The platform enables real-time access to development solutions, direct connections with solution providers, and interactive learning opportunities.

The call for submissions aims to identify, document, and disseminate good practices that demonstrate the transformative potential of South-South and triangular Cooperation in addressing shared development challenges. By highlighting successful initiatives, UNOSSC aims to inspire further collaboration, foster knowledge exchange, and strengthen the global South-South and triangular Cooperation ecosystem.

Key Objectives

Showcase Success Stories

Highlight effective and replicable South-South and triangular cooperation initiatives that have contributed to sustainable development, poverty reduction, and the achievement of the SDGs

Knowledge Sharing

Facilitate the exchange of experiences, lessons learned, and innovative approaches among stakeholders, including governments, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector

Strengthen Partnerships

Encourage new and strengthened partnerships by demonstrating the value of South-South and triangular cooperation in addressing global challenges and fostering mutual learning

Inform Policy & Practice

Provide evidence-based insights to inform policymaking and programming at national, regional, and global levels

Focus Areas for Submissions

Submissions are welcome for all 17 SDGs. In particular, the submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following thematic areas

Poverty alleviation & Social Inclusion

Education and skills development

Debt Management & Sustainability

Migration & Diaspora Engagement

Climate & Environmental Sustainability

Digital Transformation & Innovation

Food Security & Agricultural Development

Technology Transfer & Capacity Building

    Health & Well-being

    Infrastructure Growth & Connectivity

      Renewable Energy & Energy Access

        Personnel Exchange

        Gender Equality & Women’s Empowerment

        Trade, Investment, & Economic Cooperation

        Disaster Risk Reduction & Resilience Development

        Submission Criteria

        Horizontal Cooperation

        Horizontal cooperation between two or more countries of the South

        Knowledge Exchange

        Facilitates systematic knowledge transfer between for mutual benefit, addressing complex transnational challenges that require collaborative solutions.

        Innovative

        Present creative approaches to development challenges and/or establishes more effective collaboration methods that enhance developing countries’ competitive advantages.

        Replicable and Adaptable

        Shows potential for implementation in diverse contexts with similar objectives, supported by successful applications or thorough feasibility studies.

        Sustainable

        Advances one or more SDGs through environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable practices that create lasting positive impact without compromising future needs.

        Effective

        Demonstrates strategic relevance in achieving specific SDG-related objectives, with evidence of successful implementation, scaling, and positive impact on communities.

        Technically Feasible

        Features straightforward learning curves and implementation processes.

        Participatory

        Fosters shared ownership of decisions and actions among all stakeholders.

        Who can apply:

        We welcome submissions from a wide range of entities, including but not limited to:

        • UN Agencies, Funds, and Programmes
        • International Financial Institutions and multilateral development organizations
        • Government Agencies/ Ministries
        • Civil society organizations
        • Academic and research institutions
        • Private sector entities
        • Philanthropic foundations
        • Regional and sub-regional organizations
        • Centers of Excellence

        Submission Process:

        The submission process has two steps. Complete the Good Practices submission template (MS Word) and submit to naveeda.nazir@unossc.org; Cc: southsouth-galaxy@unossc.org. All submissions will undergo a review process managed by UNOSSC to ensure quality assurance as per the aforementioned criteria for quality assurance. Once reviewed and cleared, the partner organizations can upload the final submission via the South-South Galaxy Online Solutions Submission Form. Please note that registration on South-South Galaxy is required to access the submission form.

        Interested parties are invited to submit their good practices by 15 May 2025.

        Be part of our efforts to harness the power of South-South and triangular Cooperation in driving sustainable development and building a more equitable world. We look forward to receiving your submissions!