Creating a Peaceful World of Tomorrow: The Geopolitical Economic and Social Imperatives

Politics is at the core of development. Though natural and human resources are important, what seems to matter most is how governments manage those resources. The role of governance is critical to whether a country makes economic and social progress or not. Achieving community goals requires leaders who won’t trip over their egos and who can resist seeking to become the leader of all leaders. An interdependent demographic, economic and social environment calls for leaders who can relate as peers to other leaders in other institutions worldwide. This session will invite world leaders to share their thoughts on how to bring communities and countries together for a sustainable world of the future.

Speakers:

• Hon. Mr. Hildebrando Tapia Samaniego, Vice-President - Andean Parliament
• Hon. Mr. Kamal Thapa, Deputy Prime Minister, Nepal
• Hon. Mr. Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, Former Prime Minister, Pakistan
• Hon. Mr. Mahinda Rajapaksa, Former President and Prime Minister, Sri Lanka
• Hon. Mr. Dominique de Villepin, Former Prime Minister, France
• Hon. Mr. Alojz Peterle, Former Prime Minister, Slovenia and Member of the European Parliament
• Hon. Mr. Jigme Yoser Thinley, Former Prime Minister, Bhutan

Deep Dive I: Boundaryless Nations

Boundaryless Nations are today both a myth and a reality. At the beginning of the human evolution, there were no boundaries or limitations. But today, while we are global digitally and economically, politically we are still national. Making national borders porous is still seen as a threat to individual security. The problems like climate change, global warming, and ozone layer depletion are of common concern and have already brought the people of this planet together. While boundary less growth, good will, compassion and care are seen as positives of this, there is also an equal abundance of the opposite that has spread easily. Managing this energy has become a major challenge for the governments of the world. This deep dive invites leaders to share their experiences of managing these paradoxes for a synergistic and symbiotic approach to human development.

Speakers:

• Hon. Ms. Petra De Sutter, Member of Belgian Senate, Belgium
• Hon. Mr. Yonadam Kanna, Member of Iraqi National assembly, Iraq
• H.E. Ayoub Kara, Member of the Knesset, Deputy Minister for Regional Affairs, Israel
• Hon. Dr. Andre Hahn, Member of Parliament, Germany
• Hon. Mr. Jo Leinen, Member of European Parliament, Germany
• Hon. Mr. Bob Blackman, Member of Parliament, United Kingdom

Deep Dive III: Dynamic and Peaceful

Leadership is a process of mobilizing a diverse group of people towards a common goal. Dynamism, ambition and even aggression can be cornerstones of a successful leadership action. How then can one maintain inner calm, peace and tranquility? This deep dive aims to ideate and reflect on how leaders can achieve a balance between outer dynamism and inner peace. It will also reflect on how individual peace can become the basis for societal peace and personal dynamism can lead to sustainable nation building.

Speakers:

• Hon. Mr. Deshbandhu Karu Jayasuriya, Speaker of the Parliament, Sri Lanka
• Hon. Mr. Frank Heinrich, Member of Parliament, Germany
• Hon. Mr. Geoffrey Van Orden, Member of the European Parliament, United Kingdom
• Hon. Ms. Neena Gill, Member of European Parliament, West Midlands, United Kingdom
• Hon. Mr. Bill Foster, Congressman, House of Representatives, United States of America
• Dr. Jacques Attali, President of Planet Finance, CEO A&A, France

Deep Dive V: Human and Digital

Today, technology is reshaping the way businesses run, teams function and customers engage. Technological solutions are replacing human processes at a fast pace; teams are becoming virtual and marketplace engagement is transcending timelines. The more demanding the business environment is becoming, the more important are team cohesion, trust and the human factor. How can virtual teams cherish these values and foster a common identity when they can never see or meet each other? How can businesses deliver a wow customer experience when for the entire client lifecycle, there may be no face to face interaction? In this deep dive, global leaders will share their lessons learnt in running businesses that have technological and human imperatives for success.

Speakers:

• Mr. Amit Aggarwal, Vice-President and Country Manager, Amazon, India
• Mr. Amit Dalal, Executive Director, Tata Corporation, India
• Mr. Navin Jain, Co-Founder and Chairman, Moon Express, United States of America
• Mr. Avnish Goyal, Owner and Managing Director, Hallmark Care Homes, United Kingdom