Snowy weather in Russia is wonderful: impressions of an Open Dialogue participant
The II Open Dialogue "The Future of the World. A New
Platform for Global Growth" has launched at the National Centre RUSSIA.
Udaya Mohan Devadas, a Professor of Human Resource Management at the University
of Kelaniya from Sri Lanka, is participating in the event for the second time
and shared his impressions. He admitted his delight at returning to the
dialogue platform and spoke about the aspects of the programme that
particularly caught his interest.
"The
Open Dialogue has become larger, and the section for investments in human
capital has also developed; there are more participants. Russian weather
with snow is a first in my life, just a wonderful day. Perhaps it is a little
difficult for you, but I like such weather. However, the most interesting thing
here is that I am sharing some important aspects of my work in the field of
education. Therefore, I am interested to see what the contest will be like in
the section for investments in human capital, and I look forward to the results
of the other sessions over the next couple of days," said Udaya Mohan
Devadas.
This year,
102 authors from 43 countries advanced to the in-person stage following
interviews. The extensive three-day programme will combine expert
discussions, presentations by authors of the best essays from around the world,
and informal networking with experts.
The II Open Dialogue "The Future of the World. A New Platform for Global
Growth" is implemented in partnership with the Centre for Cross-Industry
Expertise "Third Rome" and with the support of the Presidential
Executive Office of Russia.
Essays for the next series of expert meetings were accepted until 7 July.
The Summer Expert Meetings brought together people who are already thinking about what tomorrow's world will look like and are ready to propose practical steps to help shape it.
