At the recent 11th Annual Projects’ Meet held in Delhi, Dr. Jyoti Kumar from GAIL (India) Limited was honored with a special session to present his latest book, “Foreign Aid as Constraint in Decision Making: A Study of American Aid to Egypt and Israel.” The event, themed “Collaborate, Catalyse, Change, and Celebrate,” provided an engaging platform to discuss the evolving geopolitical landscape of West Asia, focusing on the intricate dynamics of foreign aid, defense, energy policy, and strategic economics.
Dr. Kumar’s presentation sparked insightful conversations on how foreign aid shapes decision-making processes and geopolitical strategies in the region. His research highlights the complex intersections between international assistance and national policies, offering a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by countries like Egypt and Israel. Attendees appreciated the depth of analysis and the timely relevance of the subject in today’s global scenario.
The session was part of a larger two-day conclave featuring senior leaders such as Mr. Nripendra Kumar Bharali, Mr. Krishnamurti Singh, and Ms. Meenakshi Shahi, whose guidance and experience enriched the discussions. The presence of Board Members and inspirational figures like Ms. Laxmi Aggarwal and Mr. Abhijit Bhattacharya further energized the gathering, reinforcing themes of leadership, resilience, and teamwork. The meet celebrated not only knowledge-sharing but also a collective commitment to empathy, justice, and transformative collaboration, leaving participants with renewed purpose and unity toward shared goals.
