Global India Dialogues by the Motwani Jadeja Foundation is a dynamic platform that catalyzes collaborations among a diverse range of stakeholders in India’s growth journey. The platform provides a forum to explore and exchange ideas on various topics, including economic development, foreign policy, security, culture, and innovation.

Through its diverse initiatives, Global India Dialogues aims to promote a deeper understanding of India’s global aspirations and challenges, encouraging collaborative efforts towards building a more inclusive, sustainable, and prosperous world. India has been experiencing an unprecedented economic growth rate, positioning it as the fastest-growing economy globally.

Anchored at top US Universities and think tanks, Global India Dialogues is a unique platform that brings together some of the most brilliant minds worldwide responsible for shaping global strategies. These experts share their knowledge and insights on a broad range of topics, encompassing India’s leadership role in global geopolitics, emerging critical technology, innovation, and culture.

At Davos Brainstorm 2024, Rahul Kanwal, Executive Director of Business Today, had an exclusive conversation with Asha Jadeja Motwani, Investor, Philanthropist, and Founder of the Motwani Jadeja Foundation at Davos 2024. They discussed India’s growth story and the role of India’s Diaspora in it.

Asha Jadeja emphasized that there is no stopping India’s growth story. However, she noted that India is being slow in its policy deals, citing examples from the United States of America on how it is impatient to close deals with Indian companies and implement certain policies. She also expressed her views on how a Free Trade Agreement with India would benefit everyone, considering the growing and positive outlook on India. Asha further discussed how the Indian Diaspora influences various sectors, such as technology and now even in political spheres.

At the Davos Brainstorm 2024, Business Today’s Executive Director, Rahul Kanwal, also had an exclusive conversation with Fred Kempe, President & CEO of the Atlantic Council at Davos 2024. They discussed India’s growth story and the Atlantic Council’s views on it. Fred believes that India’s presence is felt everywhere and predicts that India will top the list of countries shaping the future of the world. He also mentioned that the Indian Diaspora has succeeded more than anyone else in the United States. Demographics, education, and global presence are a few of the things that excite Fred about India.

At the launch of Global India Dialogues at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Asha Motwani Jadeja, helmed discussions that were power-packed with experts from almost every field. The discussions centered on shaping the narrative of the presence of India on the global stage and what it means for all players involved. The discussions highlighted opportunities and challenges as India expanded its footprint of influence across the world. The mission seeks to strengthen and build partnerships across defence, security, AI, tech, climate, food and water security.

Her discussion with Neelam Chhiber, Social Entrepreneur highlighted the next phase of India’s industrialisation with the social economy of ‘Bharat’. They also discussed handicaps which are hurting the prospects of women in the country’s workforce, the non-traditional crops which can turn the fortunes of farmers and artisans, intricacies of global climate finance and much more.

The discussion with veteran arts and cultural expert Skinder Hundal, Director of Arts at the British Council and Chair of the Cultural Leadership Board in West Midlands, at the launch of the Motwani Jadeja Foundation (MJF) Global India Dialogues at the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighted how Indian art had not found due recognition globally and what could be done to propagate the varied art-forms from around the country on a global canvas.

The conversation explored strategies to enable Indian artists on the global platform, including auctions and museums, aimed at enhancing the visibility and value of Indian contemporary art globally.

In an interaction with Asha Motwani Jadeja, Edith Nordmann, Chairman at The Netherlands India Chamber of Commerce & Trade, said that India is sending the message of inclusiveness, unlike other nations, which gives it an edge over others. Nordmann, who was in Delhi for the recent G20 summit held in September 2023, hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, India’s push for ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’.

Overall, the Global India Dialogues offer an exceptional opportunity for leaders to collaborate, network, and explore new ideas with like-minded peers, contributing to the advancement of global strategies.