When operational, #IMEC can initially carry 1.5 Million TEUs a year. Here is my latest report on #IMEC, Co-authored with @Nikopoly , published by @N7_Initiative at the @AtlanticCouncil . Link: https://t.co/gxO6uretky

Conversations at BRIEF’s recent stakeholder consultation underscored the need for Trade Facilitation 2.0—moving beyond compliance-driven reforms to prioritise trader experience, cross-border interoperability, and ecosystem-wide integration. #TradeFacilitation #GlobalTrade

Last week, BRIEF convened a stakeholder consultation on "Trade Facilitation 2.0," bringing together government, industry, academia, & implementing agencies to bridge policy, practice, & performance towards more efficient, resilient, future-ready trade systems. #TradeFacilitation

India and China are taking steps to ease tensions, but this shouldn’t be mistaken for a full-scale rapprochement. The two are rivals and are destined to remain so. A new ⁦@AtlanticCouncil⁩ analysis from myself and colleague ⁦@SrujanPalkar⁩:

You are cordially invited to a stakeholder consultation, “Trade Facilitation 2.0: Bridging Policy, Practice, and Performance." Date: 12 December 2025, Friday Time: 10:30 AM to 1 PM Venue: India Islamic Cultural Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi Please RSVP at info@briefindia.com

Public transport should enable mobility — but many women in India face “time poverty,” safety risks, and limited access. In her BRIEFing Point article, Swati Verma calls for safer, data-driven, gender-responsive systems. Read here: https://t.co/PPxCPC55BT #GenderInclusiveMobility

Last week, @ELNET_Italia, together with @ELNET_Il and @ACMideast @AtlanticCouncil hosted its first #IMEC event in Rome. 35 representatives from 🇮🇹, 🇮🇱, 🇮🇳, 🇺🇸&🇸🇦joined 4 closed-door sessions exploring how Italy and Israel can serve as key gateways. Special Envoys, Ambassadors,

It was a pleasure to be part of this conversation at @TheECSSR @RVlahutin

Participated in the #IMEC Forum in Rome, hosted by @elnet_global & @AtlanticCouncil. Spoke with Amb. @francescom_talo on IMEC vision and shared opportunities for diplomacy, trade & innovation across continents. Read more on IMEC at https://t.co/gxO6uretky @Elnet_Italia

According to @afaq1612 (@AtlanticCouncil), Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington could reopen the window for reviving the IMEC. @de_f_t analysed what it means for Italy⤵️ https://t.co/hQ8TlUrSML

My latest piece in #IMEC. As MBS and Trump meet in US, my thoughts on IMEC revival during the talks. @WillWechsler @ACMideast

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington presents an opportunity to revive the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC), writes @ACMideast's @afaq1612. https://t.co/TYssLzeNLi

At the #FutureEconomyForum in Abu Dhabi hosted by @TheECSSR . Conversations around ‘Rewiring World Trade: Redefining Global Connectivity’. Insightful conversations with Co panelist’s @RVlahutin @damyanabk Mohamed Trabelsi.

At the #IndiaMaritimeWeek 2025. Participated in Ports of the Future Partnership- A QUAD Initiative. Thank you @MEAIndia @shipmin_india @AnantaAspen for hosting the discussions towards next gen ports which focus on efficiency, transparency, security of our supply chains.

Mr. Afaq Hussain, Director, @BRIEFIndia , at “Unlocking Cross-Border Opportunities Through Paperless Trade,” urged focus on why paper persists despite digital systems—stressing interoperability, training & inclusive adoption. #StartUpIndia #APACPolicySummit

My conversation on India MiddleEast Europe Corridor (IMEC), with @AkhtarMMalik_ for @podcast74east . Link: https://t.co/RsnkQ4Bdo9 @AtlanticCouncil @ACMideast @N7_Initiative @BRIEFIndia

Repeated changes in the policy of the Trump administration in the US like fewer visas & a steep hike in visa fees have come as major setback to the Indian IT industry. #MIG @POTUS @Wipro @MEAIndia @hcltech @USCIS @BRIEFIndia @nasscom @USAndIndia @USIBC https://t.co/f5xuUFtgjW

🌍 New on @podcast74east: @afaq1612 & @AkhtarMMalik_ break down the India–Middle East–Europe Corridor (IMEC) - its promise, politics & what it takes to make it real. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://t.co/AtxxtV7UmZ #IMEC #Trade #Connectivity

Thank you @TheECSSR and @AGDAUAE for hosting me at the HILI Forum 2025.

Privileged to be part of the study team for the report, Assessment of Logistics Cost in India, by @DPIITGoI and @ncaer . Grateful for this opportunity to work on creating an efficient logistics ecosystem in India. @Logistics_MoCI #TradeFacilitation #LogisticsCost

Honored to have contributed to the Cost of Logistics Report released by Hon. Minister of Commerce & Industry @PiyushGoyal . A privilege to work with @ncaer & @Logistics_MoCI team. Report reflects ground realities & provides mode wise logistics cost assessment.