The goal of the conference is to promote the exchange of ideas among economists conducting quantitative analysis of global economic issues. Particular emphasis will be placed on applied general equilibrium methods, data, and application. Related theoretical and applied work is also welcome.
The overall theme of the conference is "Accelerating Economic Transformation, Resilience, Diversification, and Job Creation" with subthemes on:
- Advancements and resilience in value chains and economic development
- Africa in the global economy
- Seizing the benefits of the digital economy for growth
- Tackling the economics of regional integration and cooperation
- What the green transition means for Africa
- Filling data gaps - understanding the informal economy
- Food security and nutrition
- Fragmentation of global trade
- Promoting gender in development
- Reducing poverty and inequality
- Technology adoption and infrastructure development
PANAP, a joint initiative between the European Commission - Joint Research Centre (JRC), the African Union Commission - Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (ARBE), and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), is offering support for the participation of two African researchers at the annual GTAP Conference. The aim is to encourage applied, policy-relevant research relating to African agri-food system issues using modelling, particularly CGE modelling.
For more information visit: https://www.gtap.agecon.purdue.edu/events/Conferences/2025/index.aspx