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    Asia holds the key to unlocking the production and trade of sustainable forest products. The region’s forest wood processing industry has grown massively over the past 15 years gaining international recognition for production of forest-based products. With continued growth in demand projected in domestic and international markets the future looks bright. But improvements need to be made in sustainability and transparency if the industry’s development is to make optimal longterm contributions to people, economy, and the environment, and give confidence to markets. Despite the concerted efforts of many, sustainability within Asia’s forest sector is still reflected in unique spotlights, rather than mainstream practice. Burgeoning domestic markets throughout the region uphold healthy demand for forest products regardless of their sustainability credentials. Forest certification, has yet to fully penetrate and new approaches are required to strengthen market demand, build capacity and connect supply chains to deliver sustainable products. Amongst this varied landscape, there are outstanding reasons for optimism. Governments, private sector and civil society are working together like never before to strengthen forest governance within their countries. Many nations are establishing unique approaches to expand certification within their forests and markets. Local rights holder groups are being empowered through improved access and rights to land. Heightened requirements for legal and sustainable forest products are influencing many companies producing for international markets. PEFC’s 4th annual Stakeholder Dialogue will bring together diverse stakeholders across the forest sector landscape to take stock and identify opportunities to catalyze uptake of sustainable practices within the region. Participants represent non-governmental organizations, companies, industry associations, inter-governmental organizations, national certification systems and governments who share an interest and commitment to advancing sustainability in the forest sector.

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    Asia holds the key to unlocking the production and trade of sustainable forest products. The region’s forest wood processing industry has grown massively over the past 15 years gaining international recognition for production of forest-based products. With continued growth in demand projected in domestic and international markets the future looks bright. But improvements need to be made in sustainability and transparency if the industry’s development is to make optimal longterm contributions to people, economy, and the environment, and give confidence to markets. Despite the concerted efforts of many, sustainability within Asia’s forest sector is still reflected in unique spotlights, rather than mainstream practice. Burgeoning domestic markets throughout the region uphold healthy demand for forest products regardless of their sustainability credentials. Forest certification, has yet to fully penetrate and new approaches are required to strengthen market demand, build capacity and connect supply chains to deliver sustainable products. Amongst this varied landscape, there are outstanding reasons for optimism. Governments, private sector and civil society are working together like never before to strengthen forest governance within their countries. Many nations are establishing unique approaches to expand certification within their forests and markets. Local rights holder groups are being empowered through improved access and rights to land. Heightened requirements for legal and sustainable forest products are influencing many companies producing for international markets. PEFC’s 4th annual Stakeholder Dialogue will bring together diverse stakeholders across the forest sector landscape to take stock and identify opportunities to catalyze uptake of sustainable practices within the region. Participants represent non-governmental organizations, companies, industry associations, inter-governmental organizations, national certification systems and governments who share an interest and commitment to advancing sustainability in the forest sector.

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    PEFC Stakeholder Dialogue Agenda (Kuala Lumpur, 14-15 November 2014)

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    Asia holds the key to unlocking the production and trade of sustainable forest products. The region’s forest wood processing industry has grown massively over the past 15 years gaining international recognition for production of forest-based products. With continued growth in demand projected in domestic and international markets the future looks bright. But improvements need to be made in sustainability and transparency if the industry’s development is to make optimal longterm contributions to people, economy, and the environment, and give confidence to markets. Despite the concerted efforts of many, sustainability within Asia’s forest sector is still reflected in unique spotlights, rather than mainstream practice. Burgeoning domestic markets throughout the region uphold healthy demand for forest products regardless of their sustainability credentials. Forest certification, has yet to fully penetrate and new approaches are required to strengthen market demand, build capacity and connect supply chains to deliver sustainable products. Amongst this varied landscape, there are outstanding reasons for optimism. Governments, private sector and civil society are working together like never before to strengthen forest governance within their countries. Many nations are establishing unique approaches to expand certification within their forests and markets. Local rights holder groups are being empowered through improved access and rights to land. Heightened requirements for legal and sustainable forest products are influencing many companies producing for international markets. PEFC’s 4th annual Stakeholder Dialogue will bring together diverse stakeholders across the forest sector landscape to take stock and identify opportunities to catalyze uptake of sustainable practices within the region. Participants represent non-governmental organizations, companies, industry associations, inter-governmental organizations, national certification systems and governments who share an interest and commitment to advancing sustainability in the forest sector.

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    Final Agenda

    Thursday 14th November; 9:00-17:30


    8:30 9:00 9:30-10:30 Registration & Coffee Welcome Remarks: Mr William Street Jr, Chairman, PEFC Council & Dato' Dr Freezailah B. Che Yeom, Chairman, Malaysia Timber Certification Council Regional Perspectives: Forest Resources, Sector Developments & Sustainability Trends Emmanuel Ze Meka, International Tropical Timber Organization Bruno Cammaert, Asia Regional Office, Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Ben Gunneberg, PEFC International Coffee Break Value Chain Discussions: Contrasting perspectives between actors in the chain Sawn & Plywood Moderator: Sheam Satkuru-Granzella Panels & Furniture Moderator: Michael Buckley Paper & Board Moderator: Genevieve Chua 12:30-14:00 14:00-17:00 Lunch Influencing Forest Industry Transformation: Sustainability initiatives across the region. Moderators: Alexis Chang & Sarah Price Aimi Lee, FLEGT Asia, European Forest Institute Apolinar Tolentino, Building and Woodworkers International Chen Hin Keong, RAFT Project/ TRAFFIC Martin Greijmans, Center for People and Forests (RECOFTC) Adam Grant, New Forests Asia

    10:30-11:00 11:00-12:30

    Highlights from Forest Certification Organizations in Asia Yong Teng Koon, Malaysian Timber Certification Council Yu Ling, Chinese Forest Certification Council Sania Widuri, Indonesia Forest Certification Cooperative Mainstreaming Sustainability: Whats still needed? Plenary discussion to identify gaps, opportunities and points of leverage to further advance sustainability in the regions forest sector 17:00- 17:30 Closing Remarks

    Followed by a Cocktail Reception

    Friday 15th November; 9:00-16:00 This year PEFCs Stakeholder Dialogue has been expanded to two days to enable more in-depth discussion amongst participants and give the opportunity for other organizations to host events. Each session offers three parallel side events and participants can chose which event they would like to join.

    Parallel Side Events Room 9:00-10:30 Delima Update on Proposed Changes to United States Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood CARB & EPA Hosted by: International Wood Products Association & APP Timber 10:30-11:00 11:00-12:30 Makhota III Launching Event: PEFCs Toolkit for Developing National Certification Systems Berlian Common Legality Framework for Assessing Legality of Forestry Operations, Timber Processing and Trade Hosted by: TRAFFIC

    Hosted by: PEFC International

    Coffee Break Practitioners Plantation Forests: Increasing the Workshop: Developing Distinct Approaches and Commitment of Private Trends Forest Owners to PEFC National Certification Systems

    Hosted by: PEFC International 12:30-14:00

    Hosted by: Brazilian Pulp and Paper Association Bracelpa Lunch

    Hosted by: IFFA & PEFC Germany

    14:00-16:00 FLEGT & Certification Agroforestry & Cross Laminated Building more Synergies Smallholder Certification Timber: Providing : Innovation in Asia Opportunities for PEFC Project Certification Hosted by: Hosted by: European Forest Institute Bureau Veritas (EFI) Certification Singapore Hosted by: PEFC UK

    The PEFC Auditors Training Event (for pre-registered participants only) will run concurrently from 9:00- 17:00 in the Permata Room

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