The 5th Annual UK-India Leadership Conclave has commenced at De Vere Latimer Estate Latimer, Buckinghamshire. The conclave has been hailed as a landmark event for growing and developing the UK and India's strategic relationship.
Suhel Seth speaking at UK-India Leadership Conclave
The two-day Leadership Conclave will focus on the growing need for innovation and adaptation in bilateral relations, staging a wide variety of dynamic discussions and symposia, from unmissable VIP keynote addresses to invaluable informal networking opportunities.
Drawing on his extensive experience in the UK-India business and political corridor, India Inc. Founder & Chief Executive, Manoj Ladwa will set the scene for this year's Leadership Conclave. His Excellency YK Sinha, India's High Commissioner to the UK will deliver the Opening Address.
Throughout the day, business leaders and politicians will discuss crucial issues affecting the global business and political atmosphere.
Following the opening address, a Special Address by Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats and one of the most respected anti-Brexit voices in the UK, will offer his insights into the opportunity for greater collaboration between the UK and India.
Lord Marland, Commonwealth Enterprise & Investment Council and Indian origin businessman and philanthropist Suhel Seth will debate: How can government and businesses work in tandem to clamp down on global corruption? Are mature democracies like the UK doing enough or simply preaching to others?
Also, Economist and vice-chairman of the NITI Aayog, Dr. Rajiv Kumar will engage in a candid conversation with delegates on four years of the PM Narendra Modi government, the current trajectory of the Indian economy, and how the Indian government's policies and approach to governance are transforming India.
Stay tuned for LIVE updates:
Jun 20, 2018, 11:27 PM IST
Suhel Seth: Empowerment the digital process is crucial to fight corruption. Its only we the who can fight corruption.
Jun 20, 2018, 11:26 PM IST
Suhel Seth: Countries over time will find it exhausting to harbor fugitives. All countries need to clean up their act. The tragedy with India's justice system is that it plays out arduously; the swiftness is missing. But Prime Minister of India is trying to address that.
Jun 20, 2018, 10:43 PM IST
Suhel Seth: We in India today are in a very good place in terms of rule of law.
Don’t expect Modi to be able to undo something that has been endemic in our system overnight.
Jun 20, 2018, 10:42 PM IST
Suhel Seth, says,"Democracy is not some pillar that you lean on, it’s the citizen who is responsible for engendering or removing corruption."
Jun 20, 2018, 10:34 PM IST
Lord Jonathan Marland, Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council
Chairman and former UK Trade Envoy will lead a discussion with media and
marketing Guru, Suhel Seth, on how governments can work more closely with
business, and each other, to clamp down on global corruption. Are mature
democracies like the UK doing enough or simply preaching to others? What really
has the Modi government done to tackle corruption. Are there any lessons for
other developing nations?
Next Session: The Big Debate: Values, Democracies and the Corrupt
Jun 20, 2018, 10:19 PM IST
"Cooperating on climate change is also about movement of people, students and professionals," says Barry Gardiner
Jun 20, 2018, 10:14 PM IST
Barry Gardiner: "India and UK can cooperate on climate change if they leverage renewable energy and scale up capital investment. 500 million is a good start but we are talking of 83 billion US dollars. We need to make new carbon the norm."
‘India is one of a handful of countries that has adopted energy policies that are compatible with energy targets’ says Barry Gardiner,MP for Brent North.
Jun 20, 2018, 10:02 PM IST
Robert Todd, says, "We can’t become renewable overnight, it’s about working through this transition."
Jun 20, 2018, 9:51 PM IST
Rahul Munjal, says,"We need to first decarbonize and then bring in the electric vehicles. Matter of time before we see electric buses on Indian roads."
‘India is building a grid called Green corridor’ says Rahul Munjal on renewables and combating climate change
Jun 20, 2018, 9:45 PM IST
Robert Todd of HSBC asks, "How do we power all our smartphones? These are the times of disruption we are seeing.
What does the future of Energy look like?"
Jun 20, 2018, 9:44 PM IST
Prof Nawal Prinja, says ‘The birth of Indian nuclear m energy took place in the UK, in Manchester to be precise. So we have strong history’
Jun 20, 2018, 9:44 PM IST
The experts will discuss on what are the challenges in India’s energy revolution? How can the UK and India combat climate change together?
Jun 20, 2018, 9:03 PM IST
The Future of Energy & Climate Change Cooperation: Hon Barry Gardiner MP, Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade & Climate Change, will lead a critical discussion on the role that the UK and India can play together in addressing climate change. The high-powered panel will
share their vast experience in addressing questions such as can India’s energy revolution be realistically financed? Are we doing enough to jointly develop more efficient and affordable technologies? How can UK-India partnerships work
effectively in other markets?
Jun 20, 2018, 9:00 PM IST
About Artificial Intelligence: Umang Bedi says, "AI can solve all problems but it can’t substitute for creative arts; the government needs to see how an Indian platform can be created to ensure the money remains in the country."
Jun 20, 2018, 8:47 PM IST
Uman Bedi on the future of Indian Media and creativity
‘Content is getting shorter and shorter to catch people’s attention. What we need is a level playing field for an alternate Indian content platform’ @umang_bedi on the future of Indian Media @ UKIndia Conclave #UKIndiaWeek2018pic.twitter.com/2gh9KCrwbz
Technological disruption in India: Umang Bedi says, "200 million people consume content in regional languages. The disruption in technology also gives the opportunity to create content.
Oberoi delves into the nitty-gritties of the business of cinema with Umang Bedi Mira Misra Kaushik.
Jun 20, 2018, 8:22 PM IST
Vivek Oberoi recounts his Bollywood struggles to analyse how things are changing in the industry in his keynote.
Jun 20, 2018, 8:10 PM IST
The Future of Creativity and the Media: Dailyhunt President Umang Bedi is one of the panellists.
Jun 20, 2018, 8:08 PM IST
Award-winning Indian actor, businessman and philanthropist Vivek Oberoi will steer a discussion on the untapped potential of the UK & India’s soft-power and how by combining talent, ideas, and technologies the partnership can make a significant and positive impact in the world. The experienced panel will share insights into the changing face of India’s creative industries and how Indian media is going global.
Jun 20, 2018, 7:52 PM IST
The first step we are taking is to release a study pointing out in stark terms the water crisis the country is facing. It’s a bold step," says Rajiv Kumar, on fears of India’s water crisis in India.
Energy challenge being tackled at 2 levels by NITI Aayog: Overall availability of energy and access of energy to the ordinary person. That’s the two levels of availability and access.
Jun 20, 2018, 7:49 PM IST
Rajiv Kumar: The data we generate is the staple of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and we need to see how we can collaborate with countries like UK on the issue AI might be the most effective way to make India a truly homogenous society
Jun 20, 2018, 7:43 PM IST
Potential for artificial intelligence:
The first thing to do is to mitigate the fear in India of a trade-off between tech advances and job creation. There is no such trade-off.
Jun 20, 2018, 7:42 PM IST
About pollution in Delhi: NITI Aayog VC assures that one of the top priorities is to address environmental problems. Rajiv Kumar says, " Two task forces have been set up to address the issue on top priority."
"Trying to create awareness in local bodies. We have started the process. In this winter you will see improvement in air quality in Delhi," he adds.
Jun 20, 2018, 7:32 PM IST
On the role of NITI Aayog, Dr.Rajiv Kumar, says "We moved out five-year plan strategy of the erstwhile Planning Commission. NITI Aayog not only collects idea but also trying to ensure those ideas are implemented. For example, Agro-processing side. We known farmers need to be connected to the market. So, we drafted the Agri-livestock market act.
The Conclave will address the growing need for innovation and adaptation in bilateral relations, staging a wide variety of dynamic discussions and symposia, from unmissable VIP keynote addresses to invaluable informal networking opportunities.
Jun 20, 2018, 1:30 pm IST
The Conclave will bring together the most influential figures in business, politics, diplomacy, culture, arts and media for a two-day residential retreat at the historic and picturesque Latimer House in Buckinghamshire.
Jun 20, 2018, 1:36 pm IST
Corporate Affairs Manager Dina Ladwa is welcoming guests at the Latimer House.
Jun 20, 2018, 1:44 pm IST
This 2-day Leadership Conclave is packed with great speakers from India and the United Kingdom. The venue, Latimer House, is buzzing with excitement.
On day 1 of the UK-India Leadership Conclave, dignitaries have already begun networking at the venue.
It's a beautiful day here in Buckinghamshire & we're delighted to see dignitaries have already begun networking in this retreat style setting. Here's to a cracking day 1 of the UK-India Leadership Conclave! #UKIndiaWeek2081pic.twitter.com/jVF1X9dBtJ
Over 300 leaders from business, politics, finance, media, arts & culture and even CSR are at the 5th UK-India leadership Conclave.
Jun 20, 2018, 2:55 pm IST
Manoj Ladwa, founder & CEO of Indiaincorp, performs Yoga before his opening remarks.
Jun 20, 2018, 3:01 pm IST
Manoj Ladwa says the sessions in this conclave will focus on issues which are helpful to the global economy.
Jun 20, 2018, 3:03 pm IST
'Both (UK and India) must develop trust in bilateral relations,'says Manoj Ladwa.
"UK-India are in a race to capture the very best talent in the world, we cannot remain in transactional mode. This conclave is to see how we can elevate the relationship to make it truly transformational," Ladwa said.
Jun 20, 2018, 3:07 pm IST
His Excellency YK Sinha thanks Manoj Ladwa for organising the event. YK Sinha says,"People to people relation is at the core of mutual relations between the countries".
Jun 20, 2018, 3:20 pm IST
YK Sinha says," Emigration and visa issue is important, but not the only major issue between UK-India relations.
Jun 20, 2018, 3:37 pm IST
"Visas are an important issue, but it is certainly in no way the only defining aspect of our relationship...at the people to people level is where this relationship will be an unbeatable partnership," says HE YK Sinha
Jun 20, 2018, 3:41 pm IST
Sir Vince Cable, MP for Twickenham, takes the stage to deliver special address. He says,"India now has the third largest economy in the world, Britain is seventh or eight, size very much in India’s favour...India is now one of the leading economic superpowers"
Jun 20, 2018, 3:43 pm IST
"One little grenade to throw in the mix, we never discuss British people going to India. Why don’t we send British professionals to get training in India?"
Jun 20, 2018, 3:44 pm IST
Sir Vince Cable says, "If we enter an era of trade warfare, India is reasonably insulated but Britain is not."
One of the legacies of theTrump generation is that things we took for granted in international relations are being weakened. If we enter an era of trade warfare, India is reasonably insulated but Britain is not." @vincecable UK-India Conclave #UKIndiaWeek2018#WednesdayWisdompic.twitter.com/J12J3UMIH5
Indian parliamentarian Swapan Dasgupta, Mohit Joshi, Infosys President and UK businessman Joshua Hardie are in a lively discussion on the challenges the UK-India relationship is facing and what the UK must do bolster trade and influence.
Jun 20, 2018, 4:07 pm IST
"Aadhaar, UIP and GST will create a solid foundation for a digital tax system in India," says Mohit Joshi.
Jun 20, 2018, 4:16 pm IST
About opportunities for stronger UK-India collaboration, Josh Hardie says, "Opportunity for India and UK is to set a global standard on how we manage cross-border data."
Jun 20, 2018, 4:35 pm IST
The first session of the Leadership Conclave ends. The second session of the day to begin shortly.
Jun 20, 2018, 4:36 pm IST
The Innovation Imperative: This interactive session will highlight opportunities for collaboration in technology and innovation, and question whether the UK and India can do more to ensure that the very best talent and start-ups in both countries are given the right support to succeed. The session will also see the launch of TechXchange: UK-India Technology & Talent Exchange Programme
Jun 20, 2018, 4:51 pm IST
Sunil Parekh from FICCI India kickstarts the second session- 'The Innovation Imperative'. The discussion is about bringing cross-investment in start-ups. Other speakers are, Af Malhotra, Arbinder Chatwal and Vishal Joneja
Jun 20, 2018, 4:55 pm IST
Sunil Parekh says,"We will bring a delegation from India from 20-21 September 2018 where there will be an exchange of ideas. We are looking for the market and the money, just these two things."
Jun 20, 2018, 4:59 pm IST
TechXchange: UK-India Technology & Talent Exchange Programme has been launched.
Sunil Parekh briefs about start-up ecosystem in India. He says "India is at number 3 in the startup ecosystem, overtook Israel."
Jun 20, 2018, 5:16 pm IST
A panel discussion is underway about opportunities for collaboration in technology, innovation and whether the UK and India can do more to ensure that the very best talent and start-ups in both countries.
Jun 20, 2018, 5:17 pm IST
Af Malhotra says "Corporations have a big role to play in driving ecosystems. The future for the largest companies will be underpinned by digital."
Jun 20, 2018, 5:18 pm IST
Priya Guha, Ecosystem GM for RocketSpace's new UK campus in London, says, "Enterprises are a key part of the tech startup ecosystem. All corporates in Fortune 100 will not be there in 5 years if they don’t engage with startups."
"Forums like UK-India Conclave are very good in building collaborations in the innovation space," says Vishal Joneja on the start-up landscape in India
Jun 20, 2018, 5:51 pm IST
Af Malhotra, says, "UK tax structures such as R&D tax credits, SEIS, EIS, and Grants have supported UK startups get off the ground. India needs similar financial support structures to aid Indian entrepreneurs."
Jun 20, 2018, 5:52 pm IST
In the afternoon session, Vice-Chairman of the NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India), Dr Rajiv Kumar, will engage in a candid and wide-ranging conversation with delegates on four years of the PM Narendra Modi government, the current trajectory of the Indian economy, and how the Indian government’s policies and approach to governance are transforming India.
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