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Europe India Centre of Business and Industry and its associate organisations have organised 26 Major summits at British Parliament in London, 5 Major summits at European Parliament in Brussels over the past few years in promoting trade and relations between India and European Union as well as between India and the UK.
In addition to the physical summits, EICBI has organised number of virtual activities as part of the EuropeIndia40 VIEWS campaign so as to promote discussions amongst the current Members of Parliament and EuropeIndia40 leaders.
SPEAKERS
EVENT FORMAT
PROPOSED AGENDA
Find agenda and post conference report of our previous summit at UK & European Parliament and other locations HERE
2:00 PM - 2:10 PM
Opening Remarks
Lord Kuldip Sahota
Member of House of Lords, UK Parliament
2:10 PM - 2:15 PM
UK India Leaders Conference 2024 - An Overview
Mr Sujit S Nair, MSc, MBA, FRSA
Chairman - Europe India Centre for Business and Industry
2:15 PM - 3:10 PM
Keynote addresses
Moderated by Mr Abhishek Tripathi - Managing Director, Abiflo
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Mr Virendra Sharma - - Ex Member of UK Parliament
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Lord Kulveer Ranger - Member of UK Parliament, House of Lords
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Lord Rami Ranger - Member of UK Parliament, House of Lords
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Mr Lars Berg - Ex Member of European Parliament
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Mr Dick Roche - Ex Minister- Ireland/ Consultant - Public Policy & Current Affairs
3:10 PM - 4:00 PM
Panel Discussion 1 - Strategic Pathways: Finalising the UK-India FTA
Objective:
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Focus on the strategic considerations necessary for concluding the FTA.
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Address the remaining hurdles and explore the necessary steps to ensure a mutually beneficial agreement.
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Examine the potential long-term benefits for both economies.
Key Discussion Points:
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Final stages of negotiation: Key challenges and solutions.
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Strategic sectors: Prioritizing areas that drive economic growth.
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The role of diplomacy in overcoming obstacles.
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Future-proofing the FTA for evolving global trade dynamics.
MODERATOR
Lord Kulveer Ranger - Member of UK Parliament, House of Lords
PANELISTS
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Dr Ravishankar Polisetty - CEO - Sai Ganga Panakeia/ Cardiac Surgeon/ Ayurvedic specialist/ Data Scientist
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Mr Halil Bedevi - UK Head of Advanced Manufacturing Sectors, Santander UK
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Prof. (Dr) D.K. Giri - Chairman - Academic Committee, IETO
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Mr Rajbir Singh - Former Council Leader – Sandwell/ Director - Ample Food Limited
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Mr Philip Worrall – Chair – Institute of Directors - Rutland and Greater Lincolnshire/ Director - Castle Bytham Consultancy Ltd
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Panel Discussion 2 - The Future of UK-India Relations: Beyond the FTA
Objective:
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Explore the broader implications of the FTA for the future of UK-India relations.
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Discuss the potential for deeper cooperation in sectors such as technology, green energy, and education.
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Examine how the FTA can serve as a foundation for a new era of bilateral relations.
Key Discussion Points:
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Expanding bilateral ties: Areas for future collaboration.
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The role of technology and innovation in shaping the future relationship.
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Sustainable development and green energy partnerships.
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Educational and cultural exchanges as tools for deeper integration.
MODERATOR
Dr Raaj Shamji - Department of theology and religion, University of Birmingham
PANELISTS
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Dr Shishank - Associate Professor in Digital Transformation and Operations Management, Birmingham City University.
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Mr B Lakshmi Kantham IAS (Retd) - Ex - District Collector, Guntur, Govt of India
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Mr Joel Singh - Director, GEC Space Programme
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Mr Alec Anderson, Koolmill Systems Ltd
4:45 PM - 5:25 PM
Panel Discussion 3 - Investing in Growth: In the UK India corridor
Objective:
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Discuss the role of investors in driving SME innovation and cross-border partnerships.
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Identify the support mechanisms needed for SMEs to thrive under the FTA.
Key Discussion Points:
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Investment opportunities for SMEs in both countries.
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Bridging the gap: Access to finance and investment capital.
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Collaboration models between Indian and UK SMEs.
MODERATOR
Ms Alice Bromage - Founder CEO, Empowering Success
PANELISTS
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Prof Olinga Taeed - Director, Centre for Citizenship, Enterprise and Governance
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Mr Andrew Rice - Chief Operating Officer, Global NRG Advisory Limited
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Mr Bhargab K Sarma – Director, HSBC UK.
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Dr Sophie Dale-Black - Managing Director - SDB Innovation/ Investment Director - IBACC Group Ltd
5:25 PM - 5:30 PM
Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks
Mr Aarien Areti
Vice Chair – Europe India Centre for Business and Industry
5:30 PM
Networking
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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Proven strategies, authentic experiences, and fresh thinking that business leaders can learn from and implement with confidence.
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Join CEOs, CFOs, Exec. GMs, marketers, and Board members will receive an extensive briefing on strategies to pursue your business in India and the EU.
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Interaction with experts from the UK and India which helps in updating the knowledge at interactive sessions
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Global networking: In transferring and exchanging Ideas
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Scope of enhancing marketing opportunities and collaborations
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Network with critical experts (EU/ UK/ India) and explore new business opportunities
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Sharing and learning of best practices and success stories
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Sharing your points of view on growth enablers and get feedback for the same from other experts at the conference
'UK India Business Conference' will bring considerable benefits to all the leaders who attend by increasing access to the connections in the UK India corridor, financing, resources, and strategic insight to grow their business across continents.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
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Business leaders from micro, small and medium scale enterprises
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Investors and Investment seekers
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Banking and Financial Institution Representatives
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Consultants seeking new engagements
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Accountants who can help new companies
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Solicitors/Lawyers who provide guidance
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Senior Academicians and Thought Leaders