OEA - Informe CIDI INF. 692 25 de 2025

ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES

Inter-American Council for Integral Development

OEA/Ser.W CIDI/INF.692/25 17 December 2025

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PRESENTATION BY THE MINISTER OF ECONOMY AND PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

OF THE PROVINCE OF CÓRDOBA, ARGENTINA, MR. GUILLERMO CONSTANCIO

ACOSTA, ON THE TWELFTH AMERICAS COMPETITIVENESS EXCHANGE (ACE),

HELD IN CÓRDOBA, ARGENTINA, FROM NOVEMBER 2 TO 7, 2025

(Delivered during the regular meeting of CIDI held on November 25, 2025)RESULTS

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AMERI CÓRDOBA Seguimos haciendo Americas Competitiveness Exchange STATESApril 10-16, 2016 Arizona and California, United States April 2 to 7, 2017 Texas, United States March 31 to April 4, 2014 Georgia, North and South Carolina, United States -October 26 to 30, 2015 -November 2 to 7, 2025 Córdoba, Argentina Santiago de Chile and Valparaiso, ChileJune 24 to 29, 2018 Germany and Israel Special Editions Louisiana, United States Florida, United States March 26 to April 1, 2022 December 3 to 9, 2017 May 14 - 19, 2023 Seattle, United States September 30 to October 4, 2024 Armenia

Special Editions Louisiana, United States Florida, United States March 26 to April 1, 2022 December 3 to 9, 2017 May 14 - 19, 2023 Seattle, United States September 30 to October 4, 2024 Armenia August 11 to 15, 2014 Mexico DF, Aguascalientes and Guadalajara, Mexico January 29 to February 2, 2024 Panama City, Panama Quito, Ecuador October 6 to 10, 2019 November 13 to 17, 2022 October 21 to 27, 2018 Northern California, United States October 21 to 27, 2018 Colorado, United States Province of Ontario, Canada September 25 to October 1, 2016 Michigan, United States May 5 - 10, 2024 Puerto Rico, United States Permanent Observer Countries to the OAS December 3 to 9, 2017 August 19 to 24, 2015 Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois, United States April 27 to May 2, 2025 Illinois, United States Belém, Brazil August 25-29, 2025

ACE EDITIONS

Americas Competitiveness Exchange Quito ECUADOR Nov ember 13 - 17, 2022 Santiago de Chile, Chile Oct 6-10, 2019 The Birthplace of Innovation and Entrepreneurship on Innovation OCTOBER 21 - 27, 2018 , NORTHERN CALIFORNIA 2 0 2 1 A u g u st 1-6 August 25–29, 2025

SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 4, 2024

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Americas Competitiveness ExchangeCÓRDOBA CITY Large city SAN FRANCISCO Small city ARROYITO Small city

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Town RÍO CUARTO Small city

VILLA MARÍA

Small cityGENERAL DEHEZA Town Agribusiness & AgriTech Automotive & Auto Parts Industry Connectivity & Digital Transformation Startup & Innovation Ecosystem

Life Sciences: HealthTech & BioTech

ACE CÓRDOBA

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Martín Llaryora Governor Province of Córdoba, Argentina Guillermo Acosta Minister of Economy and Public Management Province of Córdoba, Argentina ACE Córdoba Hosts Andrés Michel Secretary of Economic Policy Province of Córdoba Ignacio Tovo Secretary of Industry Province of Córdoba Mariela Bercovich President Córdoba Acelera Gonzalo Valenci Executive Director Córdoba Innovation and Entrepreneurship Agency Rodrigo Ceballos Bisso Undersecretary of International Relations Province of Córdoba Natalia Seiler Executive Director Córdoba Competitiveness Agency Natalia Guantay Communication Director Province of Córdoba Macarena Garnero Deputy Director of Institutional Relations Province of Córdoba Lucía Hadad Private Secretary Province of Córdoba Lucas Seco Adviser

Province of CórdobaACE DELEGATION 47 Delegates 15 Countries 14 OAS Member States 1 OAS Permanent Observers +30 Sites and Promising Practices

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Agribusiness & AgriTech Life Sciences Digital Transformation Startup & Innovation Ecosystem Automotive CÓRDOBA ARGENTINA NOV 2 - 7, 2025NEW COLLABORATIONS ACE is a powerful mechanism that fosters cooperation and creation of new partnerships to strengthen economic development in the Americas. Overall connections and business opportunities reported With Córdoba sites Within ACE Delegation 529 254 275 CÓRDOBA ARGENTINA NOV 2 - 7, 2025NEW PARTNERSHIPS 45 LOIs between delegates 60 LOIs with Córdoba’s academic ecosystem Category Quantity • Trade, Innovation and Productive Development 37 • Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) 25 • ICT and Digital Transformation 13 • Agtech and Biotech 12 • Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development 10 • University Outreach and Engagement 5 • Health sciences and medical devices 3 A total of 105 Letters of intent were signed Córdoba LOIs 31 10 7 4 4 4 4 3 2 1 1 1Knowledge of Córdoba’s economic development, innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystem before and after ACE Perceptions by Sector – Pre-Survey vs Exit Survey 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Pre-Survey Exit Survey Agribusiness & AgriTech 40% 85% Automotive & Auto Parts Industry 32% 78% Connectivity & Digital Transformation 45% 90% Startup & Innovation Ecosystem 48% 92%

Life Sciences: HealthTech & BioTech 38% 75%Program feedback from Participants

65% 31% 4% 0% 0% Significantly Above Expectations Above

78% Connectivity & Digital Transformation 45% 90% Startup & Innovation Ecosystem 48% 92%

Life Sciences: HealthTech & BioTech 38% 75%Program feedback from Participants

65% 31% 4% 0% 0% Significantly Above Expectations Above Expectations In Line with Expectations Below Expectations Significantly Below Expectations CÓRDOBA ARGENTINA NOV 2 - 7, 2025TESTIMONIALS The ACE Córdoba program was exceptionally well organized and provided a rich and inspiring environment for collaboration and learning. The agenda offered a perfect balance between company visits, networking, and knowledge exchange. I particularly value the diversity of participants and the quality of the discussions around innovation and entrepreneurship. My suggestion would be to continue fostering follow-up mechanisms to strengthen the connections and potential collaborations built during the program. Congratulations to the entire organizing team for an outstanding event. Given the significant area we visited, I do not have anything but praise for a job well done. Logistics were a challengebut the organizers met them head on with little disruption. It was an amazing experience and will forever be a highlight in my career. More to come!! The program was fantastic—truly one of a kind. The agenda was ambitious, rich, and incredibly engaging, and I’m thrilled we were able to accomplish everything as planned. The selection of participants was excellent, with everyone committed, engaging, and eager to connect. Those connections have remained strong even after the event. As my first ACE experience, it set the bar exceptionally high, and I sincerely hope it won’t be my last. It has been an excellent experience over the years, I see that it has improved substantially without losing the essence of what ace entails, so I must congratulate you in every way and encourage you to continue developing this extraordinary activity, congratulations Enrique Topolansky Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship ORT University Uruguay Amy Case Madison Deputy Director Schertz Economic

the essence of what ace entails, so I must congratulate you in every way and encourage you to continue developing this extraordinary activity, congratulations Enrique Topolansky Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship ORT University Uruguay Amy Case Madison Deputy Director Schertz Economic Development Corporation, Texas United States Gina Cardenas Private Sector Development Specialist World Bank Guillermo Pou Munt CEO Orkidea Andina Corporación Bolivia The overall experience was excellent, and I truly appreciate the quality of the organization and coordination throughout the program. It provided valuable insights and opportunities for meaningful interaction among participants. Santiago Bartrina Commercial Attaché Ministry of Industry and Commerce Paraguay Everything was amazing. I appreciate everyone’s friendly and welcoming spirit. Thank you for the hard work you put into ACE Cordoba. If there’s anything I can do to give back please let me know. Alma Peralta Economic Development Specialist, International Trade and Investment Arizona District Export Council United StatesMEDIA COVERAGE 23 articles published in 15 media outlets MEDIA COVERAGE 23 articles published in 15 media outlets

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Americas Competitivenes. Exchange CÓRDOBA CENTINA infoNEGOCIOS MAR. 18 noviembre de 2025 f G HOME SECCIONES LAS MÁS LEÍDAS TARJETERO STAFF NEWSLETTER RED IN Enfoque viernes 07 de noviembre | 2025 "Córdoba tiene un ecosistema único, donde lo público, lo privado y la gente piensan distinto, pero actúan juntos" (mano a mano con Kim Osborne) (Por Rocío Vexenat) La ejecutiva para el Desarrollo Integral de la Organización de los Estados Americanos (OEA), Kim Osborne, visitó Córdoba en el marco del programa America's Competitiveness Exchange (ACE), que reunió a más de 60 lideres de 20 países para explorar oportunidades de cooperación, inversión e innovación. InfoNegocios converso con Kim Osborne y esto fue lo que nos contó. to Córdoba, Arger OVEMBER, 2-7, 2025 1 Infinito Water Park ya tiene un 80% de avance de obra (mantiene la fecha de aperturadel 3 desdel 3 de enero de 2026) 2

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Gobierno de Córdoba U.S. Economic Development Administration U.S. Department of Commerce Innovation Exchange Coalition Adrian Mendoza Adam Kerr Barbara Kotschwar Andrés Michel Natalia Seiler Martin Llaryora Michael Bogachek Kim Osborne City of Boston Carlos Cherniak Mostrar traducción NOVEMBER, 2-7, 2025 A Boas er NOAS Guillermo Constancio Acosta · 1er Ministro de Economía y Gestion Pública de la Provincia de Córdoba 2 semanas . Editado . Luego de 10 años, Córdoba es sede del Intercambio de Competitividad de las Américas (ACE), una iniciativa de la Organización de los Estados Americanos (OEA) con el apoyo del U.S. Department of Commerce que reúne a líderes de todo el continente para compartir estrategias en innovación, emprendimiento y desarrollo económico local. El Gobernador Martín Llaryora les dió la bienvenida oficial a Kim Osborne, Secretaria Ejecutiva para el Desarrollo Integral de la OEA, al embajador Carlos Cherniak, representante permanente de la Argentina ante la OEA, Eric Olson, director comercial regional de la Embajada de Estados Unidos en Argentina, cónsules, ministros, intendentes y los representantes de más de 15 países que recorrerán proyectos y empresas en Córdoba capital, Río Cuarto, General Cabrera, General Cabrera, Arroyito, Villa María y San Francisco, con foco en seis sectores estratégicos: Agroindustria y AgTech, #Biotecnología y HealthTech, Conectividad y #TransformaciónDigital, Startups e #Innovación, Industria Automotriz, y Economía Circular y Sustentabilidad.

Americas Competitiveness Exchange - ACE 2.959 seguidores 2 semanas . #ACECórdoba2025 is officially underway! From November 2-7, 2025, 47 leaders from across the Americas and beyond will develop new partnerships to advance innovation, competitiveness, and share solutions for economic development This week, participants will discover how Córdoba connects public policy, industry, and community to drive sustainable growth - collaboration at its best. Organización de los Estados Americanos (OEA) U.S. Department of State Gobierno de Córdoba Ministerio de Economía y Gestión Pública del Gobierno de Córdoba Mostrar traducción Kruger Corp 54.495 seguidores 4 días · Editado · Kruger participó en el Americas Competitiveness Exchange - ACE , un espacio donde líderes de gobierno, academia y empresa se reúnen para explorar cómo impulsar la competitividad y la innovación en la región. Erika Apunte Aguirre nuestra Chief Commercial & Growth Officer representó a Kruger en este recorrido internacional, fortaleciendo alianzas y conociendo de cerca iniciativas que están acelerando el desarrollo económico y tecnológico en las Américas. Desde Kruger llevamos años impulsando ese cambio. Y participar en ACE nos permitió reforzar un mensaje: Latinoamérica no puede seguir observando la transformación digital; necesita liderarla. Seguimos trabajando para construir alianzas que aceleren la adopción de IA, la automatización y la innovación real, esa que transforma ciudades, industrias y oportunidades. En Kruger seguimos apostando por una región más innovadora, más integrada y preparada para los desafíos del futuro.

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