The Observatory of Argentina's Access to the OECD, recently created at the Center for International Strategies of Governments and Social Organizations (CIG) of the Universidad Austral, kicked off its "Dialogue Cycle" with an inaugural event on the OECD's work agenda for territorial development in Argentina.
This first meeting, held virtually on Tuesday, November 19, was moderated by Fernando Straface, Director of the CIG, and Agustin Grizia, Fellow of the CIG, and included the participation of José Antonio Ardavin, Head of the Division for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) at the OECD Secretariat for Global Relations, Alex Seemann, Policy Analyst – Regional Development and Multilevel Governance at the OECD, and a presentation by José Enrique Garcilazo, Head of the Regional and Rural Development Unit at the OECD.
José Enrique Garcilazo, with over two decades of experience at the OECD, has dedicated his career to promoting rural and regional development through strategic projects and policy initiatives that address complex challenges and foster inclusive and resilient growth. In his current role, he leads the OECD Working Group on Rural Policy, where he oversees key initiatives in areas such as forestry, regional innovation, urban-rural linkages, and rural competitiveness.
This first meeting of the series addressed the importance of strengthening collaboration between Argentine provinces and international organizations to advance inclusive and sustainable territorial development initiatives.
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is the Head of the LAC Division at the OECD Global Relations Secretariat
with the participation of attendees from different Argentine provinces. Among them were provincial officials and master's students from the Universidad Austral.
The "Dialogue Series of the Observatory on Argentina's Accession to the OECD" will continue to offer spaces for debate and reflection to promote the understanding and implementation of best practices in territorial development, in line with OECD standards. This first event represents a solid starting point for strengthening collaboration between national and international actors towards a more equitable and sustainable future for Argentina's provinces.
About the Observatory
The Observatory of Argentina's Accession to the OECD aims to generate information and knowledge related to the process of Argentina's accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Through research, monitoring and tracking of progress, and the organization of dissemination and exchange activities, the Observatory seeks to position itself as a space for constructive dialogue that contributes to advancing the process of access to the organization and promoting a sustainable development model throughout the country.
Lines of work of the Observatory
Monitoring and Analysis: tracking Argentina's accession process to the OECD, identifying milestones, challenges and opportunities in the short, medium and long term.
Research and Content Generation: analysis of the impact in the country of the policies recommended by the OECD, case studies and comparative studies on access processes of other comparable countries, with special focus on successful experiences of cooperation with subnational entities (regions, provinces and cities).
Dissemination and Training: workshops, seminars and conferences to share knowledge and promote debate on critical issues related to Argentina's accession process to the OECD.
Institutional development: cooperation with OECD areas and centers, research centers, government agencies, the private sector and civil society organizations to enrich the work of the Observatory and broaden its reach.
