9th RAISINA DIALOGUE

The 9^th edition of Raisina Dialogue, held from February 21 to February 23, 2024 in New Delhi. It is an important moment in the global discussion on geo-economics and geopolitics. Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic (Greece), Kyriakos Mitsotakis, joined inaugural session as the Chief Guest

1. The conference, jointly organized by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs and the Observer Research Foundation, has emerged as a significant platform since its inception in 2016.
2. The Observer Research Foundation (ORF), an independent global think tank based in Delhi, plays a crucial role in providing valuable inputs for policymakers in the Indian government, as well as the political and business communities of India.

The 8th edition, held in 2023, focused on topics such as neo-insurgency, amoral mosaics, anarchic codes, dangerous passports and gray rhinos. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attended the event as the chief guest.

 

Aspect of Raisina Dialogue 2024	Summary
Venue	New Delhi, India
Organizer	Observer Research Foundation (ORF) and Ministry of External Affairs
Key Theme	Geopolitics and Geo-economics
Inaugurator	Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Notable Speakers	External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Various International Dignitaries
Discussions	Engaging Russia, Global Diplomacy, Regional Stability
Special Focus	India’s Diplomatic Relations, Geopolitical Shifts

Theme of Raisina Dialogue 2024

The theme "Chaturanga: Conflict, Contest, Cooperate, create" highlights the dynamic nature of global interactions, focusing on the need for navigating conflicts, promoting cooperation, and innovating for a better future.

Thematic Pillars

1. Tech Frontiers: Examining the impact of technology and regulations on societies and economies.
2. War & Peace: Addressing contemporary security challenges and strategies for peace-building.
3. Peace with the Planet: Balancing economic development with environmental sustainability through innovation.
4. Decolonizing Multilateralism: Reflections on the emerging landscape of global governance and the imperative of inclusivity.
5. Defending Democracy: Analyzing challenges to democratic values and institutions and strategies for safeguarding sovereignty.
6. The Post 2030 Agenda: Planning for the future beyond 2030, focusing on human development and inclusive growth.

Inaugural Session Highlights:

1. During the inaugural session, Prime Minister Modi and Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis emphasized the strengthening ties between their nations as "civilized states", focusing on shared values and ancient history.
2. Indian Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar chaired the session, highlighting the importance of enhancing economic, investment, and defense cooperation between India and Greece.

Strengthening India-Greece relations:

Mitsotakis emphasized advancing the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC) despite regional conflicts. Both leaders explored enhancing cooperation in trade, defense, and migration to strengthen ties.

India's leadership in key areas:

The Greek leader praised India's leadership in various areas, including climate change partnerships, digital innovation, globalization leadership and economic development initiatives, as Chair of the G20 and the voice of developing countries.

Scope for Further Cooperation:

The visionary addresses highlighted potential areas for future India-Greece cooperation, including security in the Mediterranean and Indo-Pacific, policy exchanges on the blue economy, infrastructure development, public health initiatives, immigration frameworks, and cultural promotion.

Diverse Participation:

With representatives from around 115 countries and over 2,500 delegates from various fields including former heads of state, ministers, technology leaders, military strategists, journalists, scholars and thinker.

Conclusion

In an era of complex global challenges, the Raisina Dialogue serves as a beacon of hope, promoting dialogue, collaboration and solutions. Focusing on conflict resolution, cooperation and innovation, the conference aims to contribute to a more resilient, equitable and sustainable world order.

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