Broad themes of the conference are: a) Development and Livelihood b) Environment and Sustainability c) International Trade and Growth d) Recent Issues in Financial Economics e) Gender Discrimination, Social Exclusion and Development

Sub-themes: - Pollution of water bodies and sanitation - Ecological, economic, and social dimensions - Environment and energy - Water for Rural development - Water and social health - Private sector participation inwater services - Water politics, law, and public apathy - Economics of water...

Topics to be covered at the conference include: - Corporates’ perspective: How has the recent market volatility affected borrowers’ access to financing? - Are ECA premiums set to rise on India anytime soon? How will this affect demand for ECA coverage in the region? - Challenges and...