17 October 2019: Panel discussion on, "Bridging Access & Innovation in Healthcare Policy"

Organised by:
Observer Research Foundation (ORF)

Abstract:
Expanding affordable access to innovative drugs will play a central role in addressing current and future global health challenges. This is particularly critical for low- and middle-income economies as they look to reduce disease burdens through innovative medicines and strengthen healthcare delivery. Is there a policy framework that would both incentivize life sciences companies to continue risk-taking investments into the research of transformative cures--and make these cures available to patients who can least afford but most need access to them? This discussion will seek to brainstorm & rebuild on best practice policies--including the convergence of intellectual property rights, voluntary licensing and strengthening healthcare infrastructure.

Date: October 17, 2019
Time: 10:30 A.M.

Venue:
Nilgiri room,
The Oberoi,
Dr. Zakir Hussain Marg,
New Delhi 110003 (India)

Note:
RSVP: architlohani29@gmail.com

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26 February 2019: The Technology Tsunami: Challenges for Indian and American Security

Richard Danzig
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Abstract:
Using examples and data from a wide variety of technologies, this talk identifies characteristics of the 21st-century technology environment that require rethinking of national security strategies, processes and investments. Implications discussed include changes warranted in personnel systems, expectations of surprise, and the prospects of loss of control as a result of the complexity and unpredictable interactive effects. The discussion focuses on Indian, American and Chinese options in this context.

Date: February 26, 2019
Time: 11:30 A.M.

Venue:
Conference Hall
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

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Note:
Kindly RSVP to astha.kaul@orfonline.org

26 February 2019: The future of Global Energy in-between Oil, Gas and Renewables

Karin Kneissl
Foreign Minister of Austria

Organised by:
Observer Research Foundation

Abstract:
Questions about the future of global energy are dominated by two topics: the strong rise in energy demand, especially in Asia, and the combat against climate change. The energy sector is the principal source of global greenhouse gas emissions. That makes energy transition the energy topic of our time and a must if we want to keep our planet habitable for future generations. But striking a balance between fighting pollution and decarbonising the economy, while at the same time upholding economic growth, is an extremely hard task. Furthermore, we cannot afford to overlook social questions concerning affordability. Without affordability, there will not be public acceptance, without public acceptance the energy transition will practically be impossible.

Date: February 26, 2019
Time: 04:00 P.M.

Venue:
The Claridges Hotel,
12, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Road,
New Delhi-110011(INDIA)

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For more details Click
Kindly RSVP to brittapetersen@orfonline.org

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29 March 2018: Panel discussion on US-India Space Co-operation

Alok K. Chatterjee and
Larry James
Jet Propulsion Lab
Rakesh Sood
Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
Ajey Lele
Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA)

Date: March 29, 2018
Time: 11:00 A.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Hall
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

Note:
Please drop us a line confirming your participation to Vidya Sagar Reddy at vidyasagar.reddy@orfonline.org

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8 March 2018: Panel discussion on Embattled Skies: Re-imagining Drone Applications

Adam Welsh
DJI
Pushan Das and
Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Observer Research Foundation (ORF)

Date: March 8, 2018
Time: 03:30 P.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Hall
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

Note:
Please drop a line confirming your participation to Vidya Sagar Reddy at vidyasagar.reddy@orfonline.org

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5 July 2017: Dinner conversation and Q&A with Rob Sherman

Rob Sherman
Facebook

Moderator:
Arun Sukumar, Observer Research Foundation 

Abstract:
The conversation will highlight global trends in privacy and data protection regimes, and the role of companies like Facebook in contributing – both through its platforms as well as policy interventions – to these trends. Facebook has over 184 million monthly users in India with 95% accessing the website through their mobile phones. WhatsApp has more than 200 million users in India, making the country its largest market in the world. Facebook will be a crucial interlocutor as India’s digital economy grows rapidly over the next few years -- with the growth in connectivity, the rolling out of public hotspots by Facebook across the country, and the government’s push for adoption of digital payments, privacy and data protection will need special attention. With Facebook and other online service providers expanding its user base and services in India, privacy and security features of their platforms will assume centre stage and even influence its future growth in the Indian market.

Date: July 5, 2017
Time: 07:00 P.M.

Venue:
Villa Medici
Taj Mahal Hotel,
1, Mansingh Road,
New Delhi-110 011(India)

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Note:
Please RSVP to madhulika.srikumar@orfonline.org to reserve a seat for you.

16 May 2017: The rule of law, global prosperity and strategic calculation: the stakes for the Indo-Pacific region and the world of China’s rise

Brian Lee Crowley
Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Ottawa, Canada

Chair:
Abhijit Singh, Head, Maritime Policy Initiative, ORF 

Date: May 16, 2016
Time: 03:00 P.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Room
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

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Note:
Please RSVP to orfevents@orfonline.org

10 February 2016: Middle East and Emerging Islamism

Daniel Pipes, Middle East Forum 

Chair:
Dr. Pinak Chakravarty and Dr. Manoj Joshi, Observer Research Foundation (ORF)

Abstract:
Islamism has emerged as a powerful force in the politics and security paradigm of the world. The rise of the Islamic State in the Middle East may have come as a surprise to some, but was the culmination of a process that had been around through most of the 20th century. New tensions, exacerbated by the Shia-Sunni divide have now formed another layer of complexity to the issue, which could well take unexpected directions in the future and have implications not just for the Middle-East but the world. The panel discussion is an effort to understand some of these issues and their implications.

Date: February 10, 2016
Time: 03:00 P.M.

Venue:
ORF Board Room
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

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Note:
Please confirm at prashantkumar@orfonline.org

1 February 2016: The Problem of Sustainability in China’s Development

Pan Wei, Peking University 

Program Agenda

Chair:
Samir Saran, Observer Research Foundation

Abstract:
The Chinese growth model and developmental history are not only mainstay in public policy but are being emulated by countries seeking similar growth trajectories. The success of the model has propelled China not only as global superpower but the emerging example of an alternate growth strategy to the traditional western notions. Yet in recent years, a slight slowdown in the economy has been noticed. While the Chinese government is aiming to re-balance the economy, shifting the focus towards consumption and services, China’s growth model has faltered slightly for the first time in 25 years. This slight discrepancy in what has been a relatively strong growth trajectory has implications on the sustainability of the Chinese developmental agenda as well as the globe. As China moves forward it will have to play a precarious balancing act between maintaining a strong and robust economy and creating sustainable methods and strategies that can help it continue its development journey. What this balance looks like is still to be decided. 

Date: February 1, 2016
Time: 03:00 P.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Room
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

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Note:
Please confirm at prashantkumar@orfonline.org

29 January 2016: Turkey and Regional Security in the Middle East

Presenters:
Turkey, the Islamic State and the Emerging Power Balance in the Region
Alper Dede, Fatih University, Turkey and
Oguz Delik, Zirve University, Turkey

Challenges to Turkey's Domestic Security 
Andreas Kotelis, Bilkent University, Turkey

Anwar Alam, Zirve University, Turkey will also be joining for the discussion

Chair:
Nandan Unnikrishnan, Observer Research Foundation

Date: January 29, 2016
Time: 03:00 P.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Hall
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

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Note:
RSVP at kanchigupta@orfonline.org

21 January 2016: Debating India's Reservation Policy

Ashwini Deshpande
Delhi School of Economics
Surjit Bhalla
Oxus Research and Investments
D. Shyam Babu
Centre for Policy Research
Cristina Dragomir
SUNY Oswego, New York
Britta Petersen
Observer Research Foundation

Abstract:
The unprecedented success of Hardik Patel led agitation demanding OBC status for his “influential” Patidar community in Gujarat has once again brought back the spotlight on India's most controversial public policy.  Does reservation policy need a major overhaul? Can one think of a set of affirmative policies that would be able to address numerous shortcomings/limitations of current reservation policy? Are there ways and means to address the growing resentment/backwardness of minorities particularly Muslims and economically backward people from among upper caste? Can one identify more forward looking affirmative action policies other than quotas that several countries around the world are currently following to answer deeply entrenched inequality in their societies? The panel will brainstorm some of the emerging questions. 

Date: January 21, 2016
Time: 10:30 A.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Room
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue Institutional Area
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

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Note:
RSVP - Niranjan Sahoo (niranjansahoo@orfonline.org).

23 July 2015: Violence in Pakistan and Who Supports It: Rebutting Conventional Wisdom

C Christine Fair
Georgetown University

Abstract:
Dr Fair will present a fascinating statistical analysis of the different kinds of violence within Pakistan - frequently all clubbed under the title of "terrorism" - and break it down to its constituent elements and supporting factors. 

Date: July 23, 2015
Time: 03:00 P.M.

Venue:
ORF Conference Room
Observer Research Foundation
20 Rouse Avenue
New Delhi-110002(INDIA)

Location:


Note:
Please confirm your participation at nishaverma@orfonline.org