· Jane Fraser · Citigroup WikiDemand for Resilience Ushers in New Era of Diversification
Read full speech on citigroup.com ↗ContextAPEC CEO Summit 2023, San Francisco.
Why it mattersCiti's chief argues for diversifying supply chains rather than decoupling.
Problems raised
- Geopolitical and economic shocks exposed over-concentrated supply chains.
- Excessive self-reliance in the name of security could hurt growth and affordability.
- Building new supply chains and trade links takes years.
Solutions proposed
- Diversify supply chains and open new trade corridors instead of decoupling.
- Bring smaller firms and developing-country suppliers into global trade.
- Sign regional trade agreements that open market access.