India Inc’s G20 Moment
“India’s G20 Presidency will work to promote the universal sense of oneness. Hence our theme – ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’ ” – Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Dear reader, India’s G20 Presidency, and the year-long events, have justifiably generated a buzz, and even excitement, here. True, it’s a rotating presidency. True, India has held the position in the past, too. But given the current geo-political challenges, and the headwinds that the global economy faces, many expect the G20, under India’s presidency, to be much more than a global ideation lab.
While the G20 Presidency has geo-political repercussions, it has a significant bearing on the Indian economy and businesses, too. Consider this: India’s infrastructure – both physical and digital – has seen a massive boost in recent years. With year-long events being held across India, our urban infrastructure is set to get a massive boost. Coming to specifics, whether it’s the global tourism industry or the MICE market, India has a miniscule share. The G20 Presidency and the year-long events present to us an opportunity to significantly increase India’s presence in both these sectors. This is a point that was highlighted by G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant, in an interview to BW Businessworld.
Industry leader Rashesh Shah, speaking to BW Businessworld on the same issue, made a more interesting point. He said, it takes eight to ten years for global investors to truly appreciate India as a market and an investment hub. So, “we should make the most of this spotlight”.
It is only proper that the current issue of BW Businessworld has on its cover how “India Inc senses an opportunity in India’s G20 Presidency”. There’s another subject that recently made headlines – the entry of foreign legal firms in India. I interviewed celebrated lawyer John Quinn and top Indian legal mind Lalit Bhasin to understand the nuances of the debate. This is a package that you would not like to miss.
This issue of BW Businessworld has an interview with respected industry leader Rashesh Shah on the India story and financial services.
In this issue, we present on the second cover “India’s tech resilience” where a bevy of columnists argue why India’s “techade” may well and truly have begun. Last, but not the least, we present to you a column penned by me where I argue why leadership has nothing to do with gender. The piece generated a lot of buzz in the online space.
This issue of BW Businessworld has all other regular features and columns. Do keep sending your feedback
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