Description
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine—and the associated sanctions—interrupted the COVID-19 pandemic recovery in Central and West Asia. The resulting supply chain disruptions and surging inflation have undermined business in the region, particularly for smaller firms. Yet impacts have differed creating two distinct groups of countries: those with limited impact but increased business opportunities and those where the spillovers from the invasion have left businesses struggling. The seminar will discuss key findings from the business surveys conducted in seven Central and West Asian countries and explore needed policy actions.
Objectives
Webinar attendees will have the chance to engage with the speakers and:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the impact of Russian invasion of Ukraine on small firms in Central and West Asia.
- Discuss the policy actions needed to support small firms in the region.
- Obtain and share insights on policy recommendations from experts.
How to register
Registration is closed.
Resource speakers
Webinar host/presenter
Shigehiro Shinozaki
Senior Economist of the Financial Cooperation and Integration Team
Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department
ADB
Moderator
Satoru Yamadera
Advisor
Economic Research and Regional Cooperation Department
ADB
Panelists
Kanokpan Lao-Araya
Country Director
Kyrgyz Republic Resident Mission
ADB
Roman Mogilevskii
Senior Economist
Central and West Asia Department
ADB