Podcast host Sothea Ros speaks to Ravindra Ngo, founder and CEO of the Asian Network, on addressing the geopolitical, technological, and environmental challenges facing Asia.

As Asia rises to become the focal point of global growth and influence, the need for harmony across the region is more critical than ever.

In this episode of ADB SEADS's Experts Talk Solutions interview series, Ravindra Ngo, founder and CEO of the Asian Network, discusses the importance of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity in achieving harmony across Asia amid geopolitical, technological, and environmental challenges.

He emphasizes the shift of global influence to Asia, calling it the "Asian century," and highlights the role of dialogue and cooperation in maintaining peace and stability. Ravindra also stresses the need for technology to bridge divides, particularly for marginalized populations, and points to initiatives like the Belt and Road and India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor as key drivers of economic connectivity.

He advocates for a "positive but realistic" approach to addressing both traditional and non-traditional threats and calls for leadership rooted in compassion and resilience. As Ravindra puts it, "Harmony is at the core of society, so to achieve this harmony, we need to work all together, from citizens to communities to nations." 

Fostering harmony across Asia is central to the Asian Network's 2-day forum, Rethinking Harmony in Asia 2024 on 24 September. The conference will gather more than 27 leaders from across Asia to examine pathways toward a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable future for the region. Register now.