As evidenced by this gathering, a large number of dedicated individuals are part of this special relationship, and we all play important roles in keeping it vibrant and strong.

Before continuing, I extend my sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Institute of Directors for conferring the Distinguished Fellowship upon me.

And I feel it is our responsibility, not just mine but all of us to make sure that those who are ready to rise are equipped with more than ambition.

What was once seen as exceptional volatility is fast becoming the new normal. In this environment, resilience is no longer a defensive strategy. It is a leadership imperative.

Air India's fleet, both wide-body and narrow-body, and greatly expand our global network to essentially double Indian Airlines' market share to at least 30% on international routes to and from India, and for Air India to exceed 30% on the domestic market.

When we started in 2002 with a single school in Singapore, our vision was clear: to build an institution that nurtures future-ready learners while remaining culturally rooted and globally competent.

H.E. Lt. General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri is the Director General of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai.

And change is the right word. Because let us be honest- we're not operating in a steady, predictable world anymore. We are in what many now call a VUCA world - volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous.

H.E. Abdulla Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary at the UAE Ministry of Economy, stands among the country's most distinguished officials, with over 32 years of exemplary public service.

The Institute of Directors (IOD), India hosted the (Tristar) IOD UAE Global Convention 2025 on Leadership for Business Excellence & Innovation and Presentation of Golden Peacock Awards during April 22 - 25, 2025, at Habtoor Palace Dubai, UAE