Wion World Pulse: The Leaders' Confluence - The Rhythm of the New World Order takes centrestage in New Delhi
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On March 18, ITC Maurya in New Delhi will transform into a venue for global dialogue as WION World PULSE – The Leaders’ Confluence Photograph: (Others)
A Global Conclave of Leaders and Gamechangers: On March 18, ITC Maurya in New Delhi will transform into a venue for global dialogue as WION World PULSE – The Leaders’ Confluence gathers a constellation of influential leaders and gamechangers from India and across the world.
On Wednesday, March 18, ITC Maurya in the Indian capital New Delhi will transform into a venue for global dialogue as WION World PULSE – The Leaders’ Confluence gathers a constellation of influential leaders and gamechangers from India and across the world.
From top ministers, diplomats, founders and business owners to CXOs, policymakers, bureaucrats, and next-generation thought leaders, the gathering promises a rare convergence of influence and insight. Namal Rajapaksa, Member of Parliament of Sri Lanka, will be the special guest and will deliver the keynote address. Keynote addresses will be delivered by Nitin Gadkari, Indian Minister for Road Transport and Highways; CR Patil, Indian Minister for Water Resources; Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Indian Minister for Tourism; and Prahlad Joshi, Indian Minister for New and Renewable Energy. Special guests at the event include Ashish Kumar Chauhan, Managing Director and CEO of National Stock Exchange; Kapil Sharma, Minister of Tourism, Delhi Government; and Elnaaz Norouzi, Iranaian-German actress.
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Next is Now: Where the Present Meets the Future
WION World PULSE is built on a simple but powerful idea: the future is rooted firmly in the present. Through keynote addresses, high-impact panel discussions, and fireside one-on-one chats, the platform will transform WION's editorial depth into real-world engagement.
Each powerful thematic segment, or “Pulse,” delves into a defining dimension of the new world order. Here is a roundup of what to expect:
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POWER PULSE: India and the World Order
The POWER PULSE session will examine how the established international order is being challenged, as conventional diplomacy gives way to personality-driven engagement and new alliances reshape global equations. The conversation will explore the global power rebalance, the emergence of new partnerships, and whether India and the US are headed toward a strategic reset.
Speakers at the session include Philipp Ackermann, Germany’s Ambassador to India; Antonio Bartoli, Italy’s Ambassador to India; Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore to India, and Mahishini Colonne, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India. Together, they will decode the disruption reshaping global diplomacy.
ECONOMY PULSE: Tariff, Trade and Trust — Reimagining Global Trade
The ECONOMY PULSE session will take a deep dive into the evolving global business landscape and the economic equations redefining international commerce. The discussion will address how trade weaponisation, global trade fragmentation, and supply chain wars are reshaping the world economy, while examining how trust, inclusivity, and innovation can build more resilient and equitable trade systems.
The speakers include Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister; Rajiv Kumar, former Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, and Salee S Nair, MD & CEO, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank. Their insights will examine the future of global trade through the lens of policy, partnerships, and strategic foresight.
DEFENCE PULSE: Future Warfare and Strategic Imperatives
The DEFENCE PULSE session will explore how evolving threats, emerging technologies, and shifting security doctrines are redefining national and global security. The conversation will focus on the realities of future warfare and the strategic imperatives nations must embrace to remain prepared.
The session will be addressed by Dr Prahlada Ramarao, widely known as the father of the Akash missile; R. K. S. Bhadauria, former Chief of the Air Staff of India. Together, they will examine defence preparedness and technological modernisation in an era of complex threats.
TECH PULSE: Tech, Trust and Transformation
The TECH PULSE session will ask a defining question: Can the world move toward consensus on tech geopolitics? The discussion will examine how innovation can be balanced with trust and accountability, while addressing the implications of artificial intelligence, data privacy, cyber warfare, and the expanding space economy.
The session will feature Abhishek Singh, CEO of the India AI Mission; Nitin Pai, Co-Founder and Director of the Takshila Institution, and Venk Krishnan, President, TiE Bengaluru. Their perspectives will illuminate the path toward responsible and inclusive technological progress.
PLANET PULSE: The Business of Climate — Profit or Planet?
PLANET PULSE will examine how sustainability and profitability intersect in a rapidly transforming global economy. The conversation will address climate geopolitics, the energy transition, and the rise of sustainable capitalism, while highlighting how green mobility, infrastructure innovation, and technology are driving climate-conscious growth.
The session will feature Erik Solheim, former Minister of Climate and the Environment of Norway; and Ashok Khosla, Founder and Chairman of the Development Alternatives Group. Also speaking at the session are Chantal Theron, Head of Learning and Development, Lancers International School, and Ratnesh Kumar, Executive Director, ONGC. Together, they will explore whether the future of business can successfully align profit with planetary responsibility.
HEALTHCARE PULSE: Medicine of Tomorrow
The HEALTHCARE PULSE session will spotlight how innovation, technology, and new models of care are transforming global healthcare systems. The discussion will focus on emerging healthcare models and breakthroughs in biotechnology that are shaping safer, more accessible, and future-ready systems.
The session will feature Milind Soman, actor and fitness icon; Naresh Trehan, Chairman and Managing Director of Medanta, and Angelique Coetzee, former National Chairperson of the South African Medical Association. Their insights will underscore how science and compassion together are reshaping the medicine of tomorrow.
AUTO PULSE: The Future of Mobility
AUTO PULSE will trace the rapid transformation of the automotive industry as the traditional combustion engine gradually gives way to electric, autonomous, and shared mobility. The session will examine how the sector is evolving into a software-driven mobility ecosystem focused on efficiency and decarbonisation.
The session will be addressed by Vikram Gulati, Country Head & VP, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, and Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India. Their conversation will reflect on how India is positioning itself at the forefront of the global mobility revolution.
From global power shifts and trade wars to AI breakthroughs and climate capitalism, WION World PULSE is designed to do more than analyse change — it seeks to shape it.
From 9.30 am on March 18, the rhythm of the new world order will not just be discussed at ITC Maurya in New Delhi — it will be defined.
