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Amitabh Kant has joined the advisory board for AsiaXchange 2025 organized by The Rockefeller Foundation. He stressed that major Asian economies need to work together to drive regional trade growth. The three-day Jakarta event brings together leaders to scale proven solutions for underserved communities. This gathering builds on previous conferences in New Delhi and Bangkok focusing on inclusive Asian development.

Key Points: Amitabh Kant Urges Asian Economic Giants to Boost Trade

  • Kant emphasizes China India Japan Korea Indonesia must collaborate on trade
  • AsiaXchange 2025 focuses on scaling solutions for underserved communities
  • Event brings together policymakers business leaders and philanthropists in Jakarta
  • Three strategic pillars Inspire Connect and Invest guide the discussions
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Essential for large Asian economies to work together to drive trade: Amitabh Kant

Former G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant joins Rockefeller Foundation's AsiaXchange 2025 advisory board, calling for China, India, Japan collaboration to scale solutions.

"Delighted to be on the Advisory Board of #Asiaxchange25 by @RockefellerFdn and participate in it at Jakarta in Indonesia. - Amitabh Kant"

New Delhi, Oct 6

Senior Indian bureaucrat and former G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant on Monday said he is delighted to be on the advisory board of ‘AsiaXchange 2025’, a premier convening of global and regional leaders organised by The Rockefeller Foundation in Jakarta, Indonesia.

“Delighted to be on the Advisory Board of #Asiaxchange25 by @RockefellerFdn and participate in it at Jakarta in Indonesia. Lively, vibrant session on Shaping the Future: Asia’s Evolving Role,” Kant posted on X.

Kant said at panel discussion that it is essential for large Asian economies – China, India, Korea, Japan, Indonesia – to work together to drive trade.

The three-day gathering from October 6-8 has brought together policymakers, business executives, philanthropists, representatives from multilateral institutions, academics, and community leaders under the theme ‘From Solutions To Scale’ focused on uplifting underserved communities across Asia.

The purpose of AsiaXchange 2025 is urgent: to ensure that solutions already proven to uplift underserved communities do not remain small, but instead are scaled across borders, sectors, and generations, so that Asia’s growth includes everyone.

Set against the backdrop of shifting demographics, geopolitical transitions, and urgent climate and development challenges, AsiaXchange 2025 will be anchored in three strategic pillars: Inspire, Connect and Invest.

“At The Rockefeller Foundation, we believe in the power of collaboration to transform systems and deliver impact at scale,” said Elizabeth Yee, Executive Vice President of Programs, The Rockefeller Foundation.

"AsiaXchange 2025 is about taking proven solutions to scaled impact ― demonstrating how collective impact across borders can grow bold ideas and shape a more inclusive and sustainable future for all,” Yee said in an earlier statement.

This year’s event builds on the momentum of two prior AsiaXchange convenings, held in New Delhi in 2023 and Bangkok in 2024, reaffirming The Rockefeller Foundation’s commitment to uplifting underserved communities and enabling sustainable futures across Asia and the world.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great initiative but I hope this doesn't become another talking shop. We need concrete action plans and timelines. The focus on scaling solutions for underserved communities is much needed in our region.
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Arjun K
India's leadership in such forums makes me proud. Our experience with digital public infrastructure and financial inclusion can benefit the entire Asian region. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As someone working in international trade, I appreciate the emphasis on cross-border collaboration. The 'From Solutions To Scale' theme is particularly relevant for addressing regional challenges collectively.
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Vikram M
While the intent is good, I'm concerned about practical implementation. Different countries have different priorities and regulations. Hope this leads to tangible outcomes rather than just declarations.
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Kavya N
Wonderful to see India playing such an active role in Asian economic cooperation! This kind of regional partnership can help small businesses and startups access larger markets. More power to our leaders! 🙌

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