Post by : Badri Ariffin

The ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026, powered by Spark Capital and Bennett University, is set to return to New Delhi on February 13-14. Recognized as South Asia’s premier thought leadership platform, this year’s summit will focus on the theme: ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’.

Over the past decade, the world has faced unprecedented disruption—spanning geopolitics, technology, capital, and climate. Artificial Intelligence has reshaped industries and workplaces, while climate emergencies and the Covid-19 pandemic have challenged legacy systems, forcing rapid adaptation. In this new era, disruption is no longer an exception—it is the norm.

The 2026 summit will examine the emerging paradigms of leadership, governance, and growth, emphasizing resilience, inclusivity, and ethical innovation. With India now ranked as the world’s fourth-largest economy, the nation provides a fitting stage for global leaders, policymakers, and business heads to engage in transformative discussions.

Over the years, the summit has hosted notable figures such as Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, Airbnb’s Brian Chesky, Netflix’s Reed Hastings, and many others, influencing policy and business strategy across sectors. Previous editions also welcomed global dignitaries like the Prime Minister of Guyana Mark Anthony Phillips and Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland KC.

The 2026 edition will explore key topics including economic disruption, Industry 5.0, workforce transformations, globalisation, energy security, and business diversification. The summit is expected to bring together over 2,000 high-profile delegates, offering an unparalleled platform for dialogue, collaboration, and global insight-sharing.

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