Security Leaders Convene for the 15th PROTECT Conference: “Doing Business Amidst New Threats”
On September 28-29, the 15th PROTECT Conference series on “Doing Business Amidst New Threats” is set to convene local and global security leaders for 2 days to discuss the most critical security issues facing both businesses and the nation. The conference will provide a platform for dialogue and collaboration on multifaceted challenges. National Security Advisor Eduardo Año is the Keynote Speaker.
The agenda of the conference encompasses an array of pressing concerns that demand collective action. Chief among these is the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, with spotlight on how it impacts businesses across various industries. Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo will keynote this session entitled “Cyberspace – The New Battleground; Economic warfare is now a threat to National Security”.
The conference will also delve into the persistent biological threats amplified by recent global health crises, exploring strategies to fortify our preparedness. DOH Secretary Teodoro J. Herbosa will keynote this session.
A key focus of the PROTECT 2023 conference is cross-border crimes. Criminal elements, empowered by sophisticated technologies, are increasingly targeting businesses. A panel of discussants will engage in comprehensive discussions and strategize on how to safeguard businesses from these evolving threats.
A session will dissect the intricate developments in the South China Sea region, offering insightful perspectives on their implications and potential consequences.
The final session on “Looking Ahead” is a look at the very fast – developing future, in terms of technological developments, climate change and socio- geopolitical developments— inflexion points that may require unexpected changes in strategic planning for security and for business. All sectors of industry are encouraged to actively engage in this enlightening session, as it promises valuable insights into future challenges and opportunities.
In today’s interconnected world, security is a paramount concern for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. For registration and additional information, please visit https://protect.leverageinternational.com or contact the PROTECT 2023 Secretariat at leverage@leverageinternational.com or call +(632) 8810-1389 or +(632) 8519-7578.
Leverage International (Consultants) Inc. is a Philippine company organized in 1975. It provides a comprehensive range of research, planning, technical and management services to public and private organizations. Recognizing that trade fairs and exhibitions are effective conduits for international trade, investments and technology transfer, Leverage organizes specialized trade exhibitions and business fora and conferences.
Leverage collaborates with other international organizers for international exhibitions in Europe the Middle East and South Africa. It is the Philippine representative of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council for major shows in Hong Kong. Leverage also represents various international shows in Asia.
Leverage is the organizer of major energy events. It has been organizing the ASEAN Energy Business Forum in the countries of ASEAN (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam) in collaboration with the ASEAN Centre for Energy. This international conference and exhibition is held in conjunction with the annual ASEAN Ministers of Energy summit. In the Philippines, Leverage organizes the regular POWERTRENDS series and other important energy and energy-related events in cooperation with the Department of Energy, among which have been the POWERTRENDS Business Forum, the Natural Gas Summit, the Coal Business and Policy Forum and others.
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