The Roman philosopher Lucretius coined the expression “Quod ali cibus est aliis fuat acre venenum” (what is food for one man may be bitter poison to others).

As the world gets increasingly polarised, it is pockets of unity, and mutually beneficial partnerships, that will help us save the planet.

Our relationship with India has long been a priority for the City of London Corporation, which is working to make it easier for British and Indian firms to do business with each other.

In a world that is increasingly interconnected, the challenges we face are no longer confined by national borders. Climate change, environmental degradation and biodiversity loss are issues that demand solutions rooted in local contexts while providing global solutions. Now more than ever, it is crucial that nations come together to drive sustainability.

The U.S.-India relationship is of increasing importance to both countries. Yet, bilateral trade and investments, while accelerating, remain below potential. Even as government incentives and bilateral initiatives may help close...

I believe the fabric of the UAE is made up of three things: Ambition, Gumption, and Innovation. From a small sleepy desert settlement to one of the world's most popular cities, Dubai is one of the best living examples of what we can do today to prepare for tomorrow – and how best it can be done.

Far-sighted and holistic boardroom strategies and practices that place good governance, transparency, justice and accountability, at the core, are essential to achieve social, environmental and economic transformation.

Leaders for the future must also be concerned with global issues such as climate change, environmental sustainability, economic progress and stability, social progress, and quality of life in their societies and around the world.