Reform of corporate governance in Asia has been ongoing since the late 1990s. But given the relative newness of the concept to many Asian countries, what does "good governance" really entail? What barriers do Asian culture, ethics, and values raise to implementing the kinds of corporate governance practices that are standard in Europe and the U.S? What rules are likely to be adopted in various Asian markets?

Speakers:
David Eldon, Chairman, The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd.
Fang Xinghai, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Shanghai Stock Exchange
Jiang Jianqing, Chairman and President, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China
Peter G. Peterson, Senior Chairman and Co-founder, The Blackstone Group
James Turley, Global Chairman and CEO, Ernst & Young

Moderator:
Geoff Colvin, Senior Editor at Large, FORTUNE

To succeed globally, multinationals need to be able to manage human resources effectively on a worldwide scale. Various models are being phased in with differing degrees of success. Can and should you try to create a global corporate culture? How does adopting a global approach change the already complicated issues surrounding attraction, retention, and development of high-potential employees? Why do some see a truly global workforce-with senior-level positions open to candidates worldwide-as the ultimate solution?

Speakers:
Diana Farrell, Director, McKinsey Global Institute    
Victor K. Fung, Group Chairman, Li & Fung Group
John B. Menzer, President and CEO, Wal-Mart International
Lakshmi Narayanan, CEO and President, Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp.
William G. Parrett, Chief Executive Officer, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Charles Prince, CEO, Citigroup Inc.

Moderator:
David Kirkpatrick, Senior Editor, FORTUNE