Global View

In this episode of Global View, Dr Arvind Gupta, Director at the Vivekananda International Foundation, who has also served as an Indian Diplomat and the Deputy National Security Advisor of the country in the past, shares his views on the state of global diplomacy and security and the role India can play.

Chapters: 

00:00 The Future of Global Diplomacy and Conflict 

03:46 Is the World Entering an Era of Increasing Conflicts? 

08:02 Attacks on Critical Infrastructure: A New Strategic Threat? 

10:03 Can India Offer a New Model for Resolving Global Disputes? 

12:14 Is India Capable of Bringing Rival Nations to the Table? 

13:40 A Transactional World: Can Global Cooperation Survive? 

16:22 Are Wars Really About Oil and Resources? 

18:43 India and the World Today – A Strategic SWOT Analysis

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India–EU FTA: Who Gains and How?

Dr. Vijay Mehta, is the Founder & Chairman of Mefcom Capital Markets Ltd and the Honorary Consul General of Romania as well as a Chair with the International Affairs Committee, PHD Chamber of Commerce. He shares his view on the India-EU FTA and explains who is likely to gain and how.

Chapters:

00:00 India-FTA and broadly who is going to benefit?02:08 How does this deal benefit India?04:20 What about wealth creation for Indians?07:49 In which sectors do you see specific opportunities for Indians and Europeans?09:35 How does an ordinary citizen navigate the European and Indians regulations?10:45 Is this the time to start or should one wait for the FTA to settle in first?12:17 Do you see any areas of concern? 14:17 How can one get reliable verified information on opportunities that may exist?
15:38 Is future business looking optimistic with the FTA?

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GLOBAL TRANSITION? INDIA–PAKISTAN, GLOBAL UNCERTAINTY & AI WARFARE. Satish Chandra, Former Indian Ambassador and Deputy National Security Advisor, who currently is the Vice Chairman of the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF), a think tank, speaks with Vickram Bahl on Global View to analyze the forces reshaping today’s world. In this episode, he discusses his recent book on Pakistan, the evolving dynamics between India andPakistan, the causes of global uncertainty, and the emerging role of AI in modern warfare.

Chapters:

00:00 –Introduction & Recent Book: Why Satish Chandra wrote it andkey insights

05:26 –Pakistan: Local Issue or Global Concern?

06:33 –The Indus Water Treaty: Is It Beneficial for India?

08:16 –Negotiating with Pakistan: Best Approaches

10:56 –India in a Less Diplomatic, Unpredictable World

20:30 –Global Uncertainty & the Nuclear Threat

22:33 –AI and Autonomous Weapons: Are We at Risk?

28:00 –Who Decides Protocols for AI Weaponization?

30:24 –Optimism for India-Pakistan Relations: What’s Next?Disclaimer

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IS AFRICA THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL GROWTH? - With Judson Wendell Addy, Founder of the Africa Private Sector Summit.

00:00 What needs to be worked on to make Africa more attractive for investment?

01:26 On the area of education in Africa?

03:37 Is the field of education an opportunity for India and Africa to work on together?

06:14 Is Africa likely to leapfrog to join the leaders in the information age now?

09:16 Africa’s population is young – will this be the engine of growth in the future?

12:44 Where are the specific opportunities with India?

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LUXURY HOTELS: AN INSIDER’S VIEW – with Vijay Wanchoo, Hotelier and Author

00:00 Having started in the analogue world, and moving into today’s tech driven globalised world do you find the Luxury hotel industry becoming more challenging? 

05:25 How important is it have repeat customers in the hotel business today?

06:26 How important is people knowledge and is the AI age going to transform hotel services?

10:49 Has there been a change in Crises Management systems over the years?

15:35 In the AI age will human skill still remain a prime requirement in the hotel industry?

17:58 Is there more pressure now on management to generate revenue and to provide affordable luxury for customers?

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ARE ISRAEL AND PALESTINE ON THE ROAD TO LASTING PEACE? With Ambassador Abdullah M. Abu Shawesh of Palestine to India.

 Chapters:

00:00 Are Israel and Palestine likely to achieve lasting peace with the current global efforts?

06:51 What is the Palestinian view on how this conflict can be resolved?

14:01 If the disputed settlements are vacated by Israel will there be peace?

14:43 Are we closer to lasting peace now?

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WHY ARGENTINA? ECONOMY, BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT EXPLORED - With Ambassador Mariano Caucino of Argentina to IndiaChapters:

00:00 The state of the economy in Argentina.

02:10 Areas of Investment offered in Argentina and protection offered.

04:47 On Visas and long term residency offered in Argentina.

06:03 The cash economy, the Blue Dollar and opportunities for e-money.

10:24 Opportunities for collaboration in the SME sectors?

12:40 Opportunities that people can tap into in today’s context.

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GUATEMALA: UNDER EXPLORED & WELCOMING? With Ambassador Omar Castañeda Solares of Guatemala to India.

In this episode we explore Guatemala - the economic opportunities and what the country has to offer visitors.

Chapters:

00:00 The present-day relations between Guatemala and India.

02:28 Recent cultural exchanges in the government and private sector.

04:46 The current economic relationship – present and future.

05:07 Is the travel time between the countries a barrier?

05:31 What are the products that are of interest to Guatemala?

06:57 On the state of the economy in the country.

07:16 On investment into Guatemala.

08:42 What would be the top two or three opportunities in Guatemala.

10:43 How should people get to these opportunities?

12:22 On Visas and longer term stay permits.

13:52 On students in India and Indian students in Guatemala.

15:31 On Spanish and Mayan languages spoken in Guatemala.

19:07 On tourism – nature and Maya history being two areas.

21:19 On safety for solo travelers in the country.

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Opportunities in Mongolia: Right Place, Right Time?

With Ambassador Ganbold Dambajav of Mongolia to India.

Mongolia is offering opportunities in Mining, Oil, Education, Tourism, Trading in a variety of items. The country is seeking partners to develop its vast agriculture, and set up medical services. Learn about what is on offer and how to explore the opportunities.Chapters:00:00 Overview of the opportunities that Mongolia is offering today.04:40 What is Mongolia seeking in the mining sector?06:49 Is transportation a bottleneck?07:29 Where do you see opportunities for the Small & Medium enterprises?09:14 Can foreigners lease land for agriculture in Mongolia?11:00 Does Mongolia offer investors Visas for their overseas employees?11:41 Are Education and Medical Services now being expanded and sought by Mongolia?14:13 Does Mongolia’s Tax system still offer a 10% flat rate?16:48 How can people get more information and connections to tap the opportunities?18:20 What should a tourist expect to see in Mongolia?DisclaimerThe information provided by the speaker and anchor are for general purposes only. ITMN.tv and the anchor are not responsible for the views expressed nor make any representation or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, regarding the information provided.Host : Vickram Bahl

INDIA-UK: MORE TRADE, STRONGER PEOPLE BRIDGE?

Lord Rami Ranger explores the UK-India trade deal, the economic opportunities and the role of the Indian diaspora in strengthening this growing bilateral relationship - business, immigration, and cultural ties.

Chapters:

00:00  India & The UK have entered into a historic trade deal, what about the anti-immigration protests and people movement?

 05:20 Is it true that some in Britain have even protested tokeep jobs for locals and keep immigrants out?

 08:00 On the issue of the CBE awarded to him being revoked.

 10:16 His objection to the CBE being revoked.

 17:15 On the opportunities that are emerging between the UKand India with the Trade agreement.

 20:05 Many Indian went overseas to make a better life butrecent trends show that many are coming back. Does India offer a better life now?

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Host Vickram Bahl