Introductory remarks by MCM Chair and OECD Secretary-General

Mar 11, 2026 | 11:20 AM - 11:30 AM
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This session will feature introductory remarks by the Secretary-General and by the Ambassador of Finland on the priorities guiding the 2026 OECD Ministerial Council Meeting (MCM), which will take place on 3-4 June on the theme of “Getting industrial policies right for open markets, growth and prosperity.” In 2026 the MCM will be chaired by Finland, with Korea and New Zealand as Vice-Chairs.

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Presented by

Mathias Cormann

OECD

Secretary-General

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Pasi-Heikki Vaaranmaa

Permanent Representative of Finland to the OECD

Ambassador

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