Thursday, March 7 ∙ 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (AST)
Goldfish Beach Club
Lopesan Costa Bavaro Resort Spa & Casino
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
About the event
Global challenges demand a new playbook, and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) has much to offer, from climate leadership to food security. With the right conditions, LAC can advance domestic and regional development while unlocking its global problem-solving potential.
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) are here to help. Strengthened MDBs, streamlined coordination among them, and greater collaboration with the private sector will be essential for empowering the region—and the planet—in this pivotal juncture.
Can LAC and MDBs rise to the occasion? What new opportunities can LAC unlock in 2024/2025 through the G20 (presided by Brazil), the MDB/RDB group (presided by the Inter-American Development Bank – IDB), and the Summit of the Americas (presided by the Dominican Republic)?
Frequently asked questions
Where will the event take place?
The event will take place at the Goldfish Beach Club at the Lopesan Costa Bavaro Resort Spa & Casino.
How do I get to the venue?
Free transportation is provided by the Inter-American Development Bank for Annual Meetings participants from the Barcelo Palace and the Lopesan.
For guests staying at/coming from the Barcelo Bavaro Palace:
- Make your way to the Barcelo Convention Center to take the IDB shuttle to the Lopesan. We encourage guests to take the 6:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. shuttle to the Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort.
- Before arriving to the Lopesan, the security team may request that you present your IDB credentials or some form of ID to allow you access on the property.
- Upon arrival to the Lopesan Main Lobby, you will be greeted by Lopesan staff and directed to exit the lobby and instructed to walk directly down the main pathway towards the beach.
- Prior to reaching the beach, you will find a pool. Please turn right and walk alongside pool until you reach the Goldfish Beach Club where you will be greeted by Atlantic Council Staff. All guests must be checked-in per the Lopesan Costa Bavaro Resort’s event guest policy.
I am not staying at the Lopesan. How do I get access to the hotel?
We will be providing all our invited guests that are not staying at the Lopesan with special access for our event.
Can I bring a plus one?
This event is invitation-only. If you wish to bring a plus one, please reach out to the Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center.
Who do I reach out to with any other questions?
Please reach out to Eva Lardizabal at ELardizabal@AtlanticCouncil.org or +1 (786)-300-9887.
Agenda
All times follow local Dominican Republic time (Atlantic Standard Time).
6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Guest arrival
Guests are encouraged to arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a welcome cocktail hour before transitioning to the speaking program.
7:15 p.m. – 7:20 p.m. | Welcome remarks
FEATURING
Jason Marczak, Vice President and Senior Director, Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center, Atlantic Council
7:20 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. | Panel discussion
FEATURING
Ilan Goldfajn, President, Inter-American Development Bank
Alexia Latortue, Assistant Secretary for International Trade and Development, US Department of Treasury
Carlos Felipe Jaramillo, Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean, World Bank
MODERATED BY
Jason Marczak, Vice President and Senior Director, Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center, Atlantic Council
7:45 p.m. – 7:50 p.m. | Closing Remarks
7:50p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | Cocktail Reception
Speakers
Ilan Goldfajn
President
Inter-American Development Bank
Alexia Latortue
Assistant Secretary for International Trade and Development
US Department of State
Carlos Felipe Jaramillo
Vice President for Latin America and the Caribbean
World Bank
Jason Marczak
Vice President and Senior Director, Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center
Atlantic Council
About the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center
The Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center broadens understanding of regional transformations and delivers constructive, results-oriented solutions to inform how the public and private sectors can advance hemispheric prosperity.