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ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly, Conference and Exhibition 2025

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Sharanjit LEYL

Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor

Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor

My interests

Airport Design

About the Moderator

“A familiar face on global news channels, Sharanjit Leyl has brought you the news from Asia on BBC World News and Bloomberg TV for a quarter of a century.

Sharanjit has interviewed many of the world’s top political and business leaders. keeping audiences engaged and entertained with conversations taking place on stage or online. She‘s moderated discussions at some of the world’s most high profile events at the United Nations, the ADB and other global summits, and also for the corporate world.“

Attending

India, A Land of Opportunites for Tourism
Conference Programme

India, A Land of Opportunites for Tourism

Thursday, Apr 17, 2025
9:15 AM - 9:35 AM | Asia/Kolkata
Conference Area
From a Regional Player to Global Aviation Powerhouse: A Strategic Vision
Conference Programme

From a Regional Player to Global Aviation Powerhouse: A Strategic Vision

Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025
11:50 AM - 12:20 PM | Asia/Kolkata
Conference Area
Interview with Dubai Airports CEO
Interview

Interview with Dubai Airports CEO

Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025
12:20 PM - 12:35 PM | Asia/Kolkata
Conference Area

Moderator's Sessions (3)

Date

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Session
Conference Programme
From a Regional Player to Global Aviation Powerhouse: A Strategic Vision
Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025
11:50 AM - 12:20 PM | Asia/Kolkata
Conference Programme
Conference Area
English

From a Regional Player to Global Aviation Powerhouse: A Strategic Vision

This session brings together two key figures shaping Indian aviation—Mr. SGK Kishore, Executive Director & Chief Innovation Officer, GMR Airports and Mr. Vumlunmang Vualnam, Secretary - Civil Aviation, Ministry of Civil Aviation, India. Their conversation will highlight India’s ambitions to become one of the global aviation hubs, delving into the strategies and initiatives driving this vision forward. Mr. Kishore will share GMR Airports’ perspective on how Indian airport operators are carving out a strong presence on the international stage. Mr. Vualnam will provide an inside look at the government’s vision for the future, from boosting regional and international connectivity to promoting sustainable aviation practices. This panel will offer insights into India's journey toward becoming a global leader in aviation
Speakers (2)
SGK KISHORE
Executive Director & Chief Innovation Officer, GMR Airports
Vumlunmang VUALNAM
Secretary - Civil Aviation, Ministry of Civil Aviation, India
Moderator (1)
Sharanjit LEYL
Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor, Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor
Session
Interview
Interview with Dubai Airports CEO
Wednesday, Apr 16, 2025
12:20 PM - 12:35 PM | Asia/Kolkata
Conference Programme
Conference Area
English

Interview with Dubai Airports CEO

At the crossroads of ambition and achievement, the intertwined aviation markets of the United Arab Emirates and India represent one of the most compelling narratives in contemporary global air transport. Dubai International Airport (DXB), under the visionary leadership of Paul Griffiths, has evolved into the Middle East's premier global aviation hub, seamlessly connecting continents and cultures. As India aspires to establish itself as a formidable player on the international aviation stage, the symbiotic relationship between these two dynamic markets becomes increasingly significant.

In this exclusive interview at the ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East Annual Conference in Delhi, Paul Griffiths will explore the nuanced and multilayered partnership that binds these two nations' aviation sectors. The dialogue will delve into the lessons India can draw from Dubai's remarkable trajectory, the opportunities, and challenges inherent in mutual dependency, as well as the strategic collaborations essential for realizing India's ambition to become a globally influential aviation hub. Reflecting on years of transformational leadership and forward-thinking strategy, Griffiths will provide incisive insights into the delicate art of nurturing connectivity, infrastructure, innovation, and the human capital required to sustain growth in a rapidly evolving global aviation landscape.
 
Speaker (1)
Paul Griffiths
CEO, Dubai Airports
Moderator (1)
Sharanjit LEYL
Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor, Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor
Session
Conference Programme
India, A Land of Opportunites for Tourism
Thursday, Apr 17, 2025
9:15 AM - 9:35 AM | Asia/Kolkata
Conference Programme
Conference Area
English

India, A Land of Opportunites for Tourism

Speaker (1)
Nitima Malhotra
Partner, Boston Consulting Group
Moderator (1)
Sharanjit LEYL
Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor, Former BBC Senior Broadcast Journalist & Bloomberg News Anchor