Raisina Dialogue kicks off in New Delhi: Know more
The 11th Raisina Dialogue just kicked off in New Delhi, bringing together leaders and experts from around the globe.
Hosted by the Observer Research Foundation and India's Ministry of External Affairs, the event was opened by PM Modi and Finland's President Alexander Stubb.
This year's theme: Samskara: Assertion, Accommodation, Advancement.
Day 1 discussions
Day one jumped into big topics like fading security guarantees, NATO challenges, using AI for public good in India, and climate politics.
The guest list is pretty international—think top officials from Malta, Bhutan, Mauritius, Seychelles, and Sri Lanka.
Day 2 and 3 topics
Next up: talks on Taiwan Strait tensions, semiconductor tech (dubbed "Pax Silica"), Russia's defense industry moves, and risks of advanced AI.
The final day will cover Indian Ocean security, economic pressure tactics between countries, a new trade corridor linking India to Europe via the Middle East—and India's big-picture vision for 2047.
Why it matters
Raisina isn't just another conference—it's where global voices meet to tackle issues that actually shape our future.
It also highlights India's growing role as a connector between established economies and emerging ones on things like digital governance and economic resilience.
If you're curious about how tech or geopolitics might change your world soon—this is an event to watch.