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Doha Bank, one of the largest private commercial banks in Qatar, announced yesterday that Dr. R Seetharaman, CEO of Doha Bank, was recognised at the Trilateral Global Summit, which was hosted by World Humanitarian Drive (WHD) in London on June19th & 20th, 2019. Dr. Seetharaman was honoured with 'Best CEO of the Century for Peace and Humanity Award by WHD London.
The event comprised of various proceeding that connected global leaders, diplomats, corporate heads, investors and policy makers on a single platform. The sessions were hosted at Worshipful Mayor of Croydon's Parlour and UPF Hall.
Dr. R Seetharaman was recognised for his continuous commitment to sustainable development over the past 3 decades, encompassing green mission, philanthropy, human development, continuing education, knowledge sharing, promoting peace and supporting the under privileged.
Upon receiving the award, Dr. R Seetharaman said: 'Convergence and 'Innovation are the key elements for a successful organization. People, process and technology should converge effectively for the benefit of the organization. Innovation should be a continuous process in organisations and not a one-time affair. The 17 SDGs of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable
Development came into force from beginning of 2016 after adoption of the same at the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit in September 2015. Some of the SDG goals which invoke significant interest to me encompass areas such as poverty, food security, energy, economy, climate and sustainable cities.
The top four emitters in carbon emissions were China, the US, the European Union and India. International trade is considered an important means of implementation for inclusive economic growth and poverty reduction. Ending hunger, achieving food security, and improved nutrition by 2030 as called for in SDG 2 is mainly about domestic policy outcomes, although agricultural trade can be a vital means.
Dr. . Seetharaman attended the pledge Ceremony to H.R.H. The Queen Elizabeth II of UK. He was also the key note speaker, where he addressed Global economy and Trade.
Dr. R Seetharaman said technology from AI to 5G has the power to transform public safety, education, transportation, manufacturing and energy. Digital solutions with the potential to reduce emissions can be applied in sectors such as agriculture, building, energy, manufacturing, and mobility, in addition to software and apps to capture and quantify efficiency gains. Technology transformation is the key source for sustainable development.
Sustainable development is the one that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Hence it is important from humanitarian dimension. Sustainable development involves contribution towards economic growth, social development and environment.
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