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17 September 2026 (Thursday) in the Hall of Comenius University
9.00 – 13.00
The central theme of the plenary session:
Sustainability of Business Activity in the EU in the Context of Environmental Protection
9.00 – 9.30 – Opening Remarks
Thematic Panel Discussions:
Panel Discussion I
Planet First: The Environment at the Center of Attention
9.30 – 10.30
This panel discussion will focus on the current challenges of environmental protection in the context of ongoing environmental changes. Particular attention will be given to issues related to climate change, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development, as well as their impacts on society and public policy. The panelists will explore the role of law, scientific knowledge, and international cooperation in environmental protection and in identifying solutions aimed at preserving natural resources for future generations.
Panel Discussion II
The Green Cost of Business: When Regulations Change the Rules of the Game
10.45 – 11.45
This panel discussion will examine the impact of environmental regulations on the business environment in Slovakia and in the international context. The discussion will address the challenge of balancing environmental protection with the preservation of business competitiveness, as well as the practical implications of new regulatory frameworks for the corporate sector. Particular attention will be devoted to the implementation of ESG principles, emissions limits, and other European Union legislative measures that influence business operations in today’s economic environment.
Panel Discussion III
A World Governed by Regulations: How Global Regulatory Frameworks Shape Business
12.00 – 13.00
This international panel discussion will focus on the impact of environmental regulatory frameworks on the global business environment. Through a comparative analysis of the approaches adopted by the European Union, the United States of America, and the People’s Republic of China, the discussion will examine how different regulatory strategies affect business competitiveness, international trade, and the investment climate. The panel will provide a broader perspective on current trends in environmental regulation and their significance for Slovak businesses operating in the global economy.
13.00 – 14.00 – Lunch
14.00 – "Negotiations in the professional sections" – scientific part of the conference
18.00 – Gala reception
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