AmCham Hungary and the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA) organize the Business Meets Government Summit, the flagship event of our organizations, for the eight consecutive year. The Business Meets Government Summit has become a key platform for connecting investors with policy-makers and is a leading advocacy forum in Hungary. It aggregates the expertise of 150+ leaders from top investors, government leaders, think-tanks and academia. We come together annually in the Fall since 2015 with the agenda to make Hungary more sustainable and competitive.
In the plenary international experts and local government officials analyze the geopolitical and economic landscape. AmCham’s Recommendation Package is a cornerstone for the policy discussions in the four breakout sessions on macroeconomic trends, taxation, the labor market, healthcare, energy security and sustainability.
THE EVENT IS FULL, REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
AGENDA
08:15-09:00 Arrival
09:00-09:10 OPENING REMARKS by Zoltán Szabó, President, AmCham Hungary and István Joó, CEO, HIPA
09:10-09:30 KEYNOTE by Mihály Varga, Minister of Finance
09:30-09:50 Why we need the transatlantic relationship in times of crisis? by Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU; Chair, AmChams in Europe
09:50-10:40 PANEL DISCUSSION – European Business Outlook 2022
- Sapthagiri Chapalapalli, Head - TCS Europe at Tata Consultancy Services
- Liam Benham, Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs, Europe, IBM
- Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU; Chair, AmChams in Europe
- Moderator: Márton Dunai, South-East Europe Correspondent at Financial Times
10:40-10:50 Introducing the Breakout Topics and the Cooperation for a More Competitive and Sustainable Hungary 2022-23 recommendation package.
10:50-11:30 BREAK
11:30-13:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Business Environment
The deteriorating economic environment requires quick and adequate adaptation and countermeasures from all of us. Businesses as well as the Hungarian economy as a whole should be prepared to cope with present and future challenges. Do we have to get used to long-term inflation, depreciating forint, and growing state budget deficit and debt? Should we expect any changes in the tax regime? How can we plan for next month and the next business year? Is this a time to attract more FDI to the country?
Featuring:
- Botond Besesek, Deputy State Secretary for Tax Affairs, Ministry of Finance
- Máté Lóga, State Secretary for Economic Development Strategy, Ministry for Economic Development
- Péter Tóth, Senior advisor to the Commissioner, National Tax and Customs Administration
- Martina Almási, Director, Investment Promotion Directorate, HIPA
- Roland Musko, Country Controller, Arconic-Köfém Mill Products Hungary
- Veronika Spanarova, Managing Director and Country Head for Hungary, Citi
- Moderator: Károly Radnai, Country Managing Partner, Andersen, Chair of AmCham Tax Committee
Healthcare – The short and long-term (in Hungarian)
Economic uncertainty and monetary volatility have had a tremendous impact on the Healthcare system at a time when it is simultaneously undergoing a deep transformation. This affects state and business stakeholders alike. What are the short- and long-term priorities for the healthcare government, and how can companies contribute to the transition to sustainable and value-based healthcare?
Featuring:
- Ábel Berczik, Deputy State Secretary for Public Finances, Human Resources and Local Government, Ministry of Finance
- Gábor Boér, Deputy State Secretary for Healthcare Financing and Development, Ministry of Interior
- Zoltán Jenei, Hospital-director General, National Directorate of Hospitals
- Ádám Nagy, Deputy State Secretary for Industry Policy, Ministry of Technology and Industry
- Moderator: Etelka Dobi, Patient Engagement and Government Affairs Lead, Janssen, Chair of the AmCham Healthcare Committee
- Moderator: Krisztina Ujhelyi, Market Access, Government Affairs and Big Capital Lead, Medtronic
Labor and Employment (in Hungarian)
Recently, companies have been struggling with labor shortages and a lack of hard-to-find professionals. In the current economic situation, this trend seems to be changing. What are the government expectations and what are the company's insights and experiences? Can we avoid the wage-price spiral? Following the post-pandemic effects, are we satisfied with the current labor market regulations?
Featuring:
- Szilvia Balogh, Deputy State Secretary for Employment and Adult Education, Ministry of Technology and Industry
- László György, State Secretary for Innovation and Higher Education, Ministry of Culture and Innovation
- Viktor Göltl, Managing Director, WHC
- Máté Fazekas, Head of Corporate, Public Affairs and Brand, BT
- Moderator: István Katona, General Manager, Celanese, AmCham Board member
Balancing Act: Energy Security and ESG
Amid an energy crisis – high and volatile energy pricing, supply imbalance – leaders need to be mindful of the climate objectives set out in the EU Green Deal and the Paris Agreement. What is Hungary’s short and mid-term energy and climate strategy? Should Hungary prioritize national security of supply and affordability or an integrated European approach? How can Hungary diversify its energy mix? And how can industry players add value to this transition?
Featuring:
- Barbara Botos, Ambassador-at-large for Climate, Ministry for Technology and Industry
- Bence Gerlaki, Deputy State Secretary for Economic Development Strategy and Investment, Ministry for Economic Development
- Pál Kovács, Vice President, Hungarian Energy and Public Utility Regulatory Authority
- Antonella Sopranzetti, EU Affairs Manager, ExxonMobil
- Ilona Vári, Head of EU Regulatory Affairs, MOL Group
- Moderator: Endre Ascsillán, Vice President at GE Corporate CEE
13:00-14:30 LUNCH & NETWORKING
Please note that the agenda is subject to change.
