EITI GLOBAL CONFERENCE DOHA, 16-18 FEBRUARY 2009
The EITI strengthens governance by improving transparency in the extractives sector
The EITI Global Conference is the highest governing body of the EITI
500 leaders discussing transparency in the extractive industries
EITI International Secretariat Ruseløkkveien 26, 0251 Oslo, Norway Tel +47 22 24 21 05 Fax +47 22 24 21 15 secretariat@eitransparency.org www.eitransparency.org
Three and a half billion people live in countries rich in oil, gas and minerals. With good governance the exploitation of these resources can generate large revenues to foster economic growth and reduce poverty. However when governance is weak, such resources endowments may result in poverty, corruption and conflict. The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) aims to strengthen governance by improving transparency and accountability in the extractives sector. The 4th EITI Global Conference will be held in Doha, Qatar 16-18 February 2009. The EITI Global Conference is the highest governing body of the EITI. It provides an opportunity for the International Board and the EITI stakeholders to jointly take stock of the benefits and progress of the EITI, find common solutions for tackling challenges and chart next steps for supporting and advancing good governance in the extractive industries. Hosted by the Government of Qatar, the 4th EITI Global Conference will gather an estimated 500 leaders and officials from government, industry and institutions to discuss the future of transparency and good governance in the extractive industries. Venue: Ritz-Carlton Doha
Participants reflect the initiative’s multi-stakeholder nature
Attendance at the conference will reflect the initiative’s multi-stakeholder nature and assemble representatives from national governments; the extractive industries; investors; intergovernmental institutions; international civil society organisations; and local community groups.
2003 Lancaster House Conference - Pilot phase kicked off - 140 participants
Confirmed keynote speakers include: Ellen JOHNSON-SIRLEAF, President of the Republic of Liberia Ernest BAI KOROMA, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Jeroen VAN DER VEER, Chief Executive Officer of Royal Dutch Shell Jesús REYES-HEROLES, General Director of PEMEX Donald KABERUKA, President of the African Development Bank Obiageli EZEKWESILI, Vice President - Africa, the World Bank R. Anthony HODGE, President of the International Council on Mining and Metals
2005 London Conference - Development of EITI Criteria and Methodology - EITI Sourcebook - 300 participants
2006 Oslo Conference - Transition from EITI design to EITI implementation - International Advisory Group Report making recommendations for the future work of the EITI - 400 participants
George SOROS, Founder of the Soros Foundation Previous Conferences have been decisive in shaping the EITI
2009 Doha Conference - From EITI implementation to EITI results and emerging lessons - Charting next steps for supporting and advancing this growing global initiative. - 500 participants (estimated)
Preliminary Conference Programme: Monday 16 February
All day Registration and pre-meetings 19:00 Welcome Reception hosted by the Government of Qatar
Tuesday 17 February
09:30 11:00 14:30
16:30
18:45 19:30 Wednesday 18 February
09:00 11:30
15:00 16:30
Opening plenary: The impact of the EITI Report from the EITI International Board The EITI in a volatile world: How the EITI can improve the stability of energy supplies Expanding the role of the EITI in the Middle East Engaging emerging economies Executive Sessions: Deepening the work of the EITI The road to validation Unearthing the facts: the mining story The essence of the EITI: reporting and reconciliation Drinks Reception hosted by Publish What You Pay EITI Chairman’s Awards Dinner Natural resources for development Executive Sessions: Advancing the EITI Communicating the EITI The role of legislators in the EITI Mainstreaming the EITI The EITI and local governments Brief statements of endorsement Closing plenary "The Doha Conference will be a pivotal event in consolidating the EITI as the global standard for transparency in resource revenue management" - Dr Peter Eigen, Chairman of the EITI International Board
Who can come to the conference?
The Conference is open to all stakeholders of the EITI. Please note however that registration is a requirement for participation. Sessions will be held in the three official languages of the EITI, English, French and Russian. Interpretation to Arabic and Spanish will also be available in certain sessions.
How can I register for the Conference?
It is possible to register directly online at www.eitidoha.org. You may register individually or as members of a joint delegation. Members of the press are also asked to register for accreditation at our Conference webpages. There are no registration fees.
Want to know more?
A variety of publications on the EITI are available on our website or can be ordered from the EITI Secretariat. For questions concerning the Conference contact the Conference Manager at: Email Telephone Fax Website Address
eitidoha@eitransparency.org +47 22 24 21 12 +47 22 24 21 15 www.eitidoha.org EITI Secretariat, Ruseløkkveien 26, 0251 Oslo, Norway