Geopolitical & Economic Outlook - Japan might increase foreign investment and influence in the coming years [1] - A potential future policy shift in Japan could involve expelling foreign entities, similar to the Sakoku Edict of 1635 [1]

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Geopolitical Strategy - Russian forces are consolidating Mr Putin's influence in Africa [1] - Russia is stepping out of the shadows after years of using a secretive military company to train violent African regimes [1] Military Involvement - Vladimir Putin is sending troops to Africa [1]

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Industry Trend - The influence industry in Washington is experiencing a boom [1] Expert Opinion - More than a dozen Republican lobbyists were interviewed regarding the boom [1]

Geopolitical & Economic Significance - India seeks alternative rare earth mineral markets due to China's export restrictions for geopolitical leverage [2] - Africa emerges as the next frontier for countries seeking mineral resources [3] - Prime Minister's visits to Ghana and Namibia highlight the importance of these countries in mineral resources [4] Trade & Investment - Trade between Ghana and India was $4 billion before COVID-19, currently at $3 billion, with a goal to double in the next five years [6] - Investment in Namibia is slightly under $1 billion [6] - Indian companies, including Airtel and pharmaceutical companies, have a significant presence in Africa, providing affordable generic medication [6] Strategic Positioning - India aims to reposition itself in the race for influence in Africa, emphasizing a long-standing history and partnership [7][9] - India differentiates itself from China (debt concerns) and the US (conditionalities) by emphasizing understanding and shared history with African nations [10] - India benefits from a generally favorable perception in Africa [11] Mineral Resources - Ghana possesses gold, uranium, lithium, and cobalt [4] - Namibia is the world's fourth largest producer of uranium oxide and also has copper, cobalt, zinc, and diamond [4] - These minerals are critical for green energy production and fetch good prices on the international market [5]

[Music] Hi. Hi everyone. And when I read this um theme, embrace the next, the thing that naturally came to my mind was embracing the next generation.And before I start my talk, I know there are lots of children over here. May I just know how many parents do we have. Oh, thank you.And um I want to raise the question today can we control our children's behavior but we are the parent we have to sometimes whenever I ask this question I do get such mixed response we can control uh but we still can't but one thin ...

Core Argument - The prevailing belief that control is inherently good is challenged, suggesting it may lead to brittle systems rather than resilient ones [1][2] - Adaptive systems, characterized by trust and psychological safety, are proposed as more successful than those based on strict control [3][10] Psychological Safety & Trust - Psychological safety, not talent or intelligence, is identified as the key factor in successful teams [10] - Trust-based teams exhibit 50% more productivity, 76% better engagement, and 40% less burnout [12] - Creating a safe and trusted environment releases dopamine and oxytocin, fostering creativity, connectivity, and engagement [11] Letting Go & Influence - Letting go is presented not as weakness but as a form of influence and intention, creating space for growth and trust [16][17] - Overly regulated economies and autocratic systems are prone to collapse, highlighting the limitations of excessive control [14] - Parenting styles that support autonomy raise more resilient and emotionally intelligent children [15] Practical Application - Individuals are encouraged to relinquish control in relationships, teams, or parenting to observe potential positive outcomes [17][18] - In chaotic times, letting go is emphasized as a source of power, contrasting with the illusion of control [19][20]