GES 2017 : Ivanka Trump in Hyderabad charms the women centric Global Entrepreneurship Summit co-hosted by India and United States

GES 2017 : Ivanka Trump in Hyderabad charms the women centric Global Entrepreneurship Summit co-hosted by India and United States
  • Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi at GES 2017, Ivanka Trump said,"from your childhood selling tea to becoming PM, you've proven that transformational change is possible."

  • Prime Minister Modi emphasising on bilateral relations said,"the GES 2017 event not only connects the Silicon Valley with Hyderabad but also showcases the close ties between the US and India."

Ivanka Trump, daughter and adviser to US President Donald Trump arrived Hyderabad to attend Global Entrepreneurship Summit, GES 2017 co-hosted by India and the United States. The three-day summit, from November 28-30, is being held at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) and Hyderabad International Trade Expositions (Hitex).

Ivanka Trump, daughter of U.S. President Donald Trump, speaks during the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (VOA)

Ms Ivanka Trump is leading a delegation of senior White House officials and American entrepreneurs. The theme of this year's summit is 'Women First, Prosperity for All' and will include 1,200 young entrepreneurs from different parts of the world, mostly women.

"I encourage everyone here to come together, learn from each other and find new ways to lift barriers in our society so that women are free to innovate, empowered to succeed and able to leave our children a brighter future," Ivanka Trump told delegates in the event's opening speech Tuesday.

Ivanka's appearance with Modi at the opening of GES 2017 was preceded by a bilateral meeting which the Prime Minister Modi described as "wonderful", before they went out to meet entrepreneurs who showcased their work for presentation. Being women centric event, two of the India's most powerful women External affairs minister Sushma Swaraj and Defense minister Nirmala Sitharaman were also present.

Ivanka Trump with Prime Minister Modi (Narendra Modi Twitter)

The summit began with cultural events showcasing India's rich culture. This year's summit theme clearly demonstrated the commitment of the India and United states to the principle that when women are economically empowered, their communities and countries thrive. India is one of the country where women are at highest pedestals in social and professional life.

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Ivanka also gave credit to the Modi government for lifting 130 million people out of poverty. "Women still face steep obstacles in starting, owning and growing their businesses. We must ensure women entrepreneurs have access to capital, access to networks and mentors," Ivanka said to loud cheers from a packed enthusiastic audience.

Ivanka's visit also affirms that the Trump administration sees India as a major strategic partner in south asia and wants to engage with India more. Growing trade and business between India and United States sends a strong signal to the world.

by SHAURYA RITWIK, Shaurya is Sub-Editor at NewsGram and writes on Geo-politcs, Culture, Indology and Business. Twitter Handle – @shauryaritwik

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