This episode focuses on how the private sector, particularly the financial sector, is a driver for peace, and how it synergizes with trade and trade policy to assist fragile and conflict-affected situations. With a wealth of experience in both the private and public sector, Ambassador Michael Froman, Vice Chairman and President for Strategic Growth at Mastercard and former United States Trade Representative (2013-2017), discusses the importance of shaping a favourable digital governance landscape and integrating financial inclusion into the framework of trade.   Guest: - Ambassador Michael Froman, Vice Chairman and President for Strategic Growth at Mastercard and former United States Trade Representative (2013-2017) Host: - Mr. Axel M. Addy, former Minister of Commerce and Industry and Chief Negotiator of Liberia's accession to the WTO.