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A Decade of Disruption.
A Century of Change.
Asia’s definitive global thought leadership dialogue shaping the next century.
Delegates
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About the Summit
The Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 is anchored in a world where change accelerates, overlaps, and reshapes entire systems. Since 2015, GBS has stood as Asia’s definitive global thought leadership dialogue shaping the next century. Foremost forum for bold ideas and global leadership dialogue, a stage where megatrends are decoded years before they materialise.
This edition explores how minds today are shaping global economic design, intelligence‑driven decision frameworks, new norms of resilience, institutional transformations, and the future of human capital. Led by heads of state, business icons, policy architects, and trailblazers, GBS 2026 goes beyond disruption to chart the pathways for the next era of business, society, and governance.
Discover What Went Into Shaping The World
From breakthrough strategies to transformative solutions, the summit offers a dynamic blend of keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions to help businesses evolve, emerge, and expand in an era of unprecedented change.
Axis Stage
Strategic Global Forum
A high-level stage where global leadership aligns on macro systems, geoeconomics, policy directions, and long-range strategy.
Transformation Stage
Innovation & Future Signals
A TED-style, idea-first platform featuring pioneers whose work points to future paradigms, before mainstream adoption.
Strategy Forum
Industry Future Tracks
Sector-focused dialogues translating global trends into industry blueprints, from finance and supply chains to tech, sustainability, and human capital.
Decision Rooms
Exclusive Roundtables
An dedicated setting for focused, high-impact discussions where leaders converge to shape actionable strategies, resolve critical challenges, and drive consensus on transformative decisions.
Past Speakers 2025
Visionaries Who Defined the Dialogue
Over the years, the Global Business Summit has been graced by heads of state, industry icons, policy architects, and innovators whose ideas have shaped the course of enterprise and governance. Here are the celebrated the voices that have inspired, challenged, and influenced the conversations at GBS.
GBS at a Glance
A global platform with scale and authority - where influence meets insight.
45,500+
Delegates
A global community of leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
2,050+
Global Speakers
Visionaries who shaped conversations across industries and borders.
200+
Ministers & Policymakers
Decision‑makers driving national and international agendas.
160+
Keynotes
Defining insights that set the tone for transformation.
152+
Panels
High‑intensity dialogues on pressing global challenges.
148+
Roundtables
Exclusive closed‑door exchanges fostering collaboration and strategy.
55+
Countries Participated
A truly international summit reflecting diverse perspectives and global reach.
Moments that defined a decade of dialogue
Past Glimpses of GBS
Over the years, the Times Group's ET NOW Global Business Summit has created unforgettable moments where ideas were exchanged, alliances were forged, and visions for the future were unveiled. From landmark keynotes and high‑intensity fireside conversations to exclusive roundtables and innovation showcases, each edition has captured the spirit of transformation and leadership.
A Global Leadership Forum Designed for Impact
WHY ATTEND GBS 2026
A global leadership forum designed for impact, uniting policymakers, innovators, and executives to build resilient enterprises and sustainable progress.
Leadership Hub & Global Gathering
High‑level dialogue with influential voices and delegates from 20+ countries, offering diverse global perspectives.
Growth Catalyst
A platform where bold conversations translate into strategies and actions that drive transformation across sectors.
Actionable Insights
Sessions designed for real‑world implementation, delivering measurable outcomes on talent, technology, and resilience.
Networking & Impactful
Talks Exclusive opportunities to connect with changemakers and engage in discussions that decode systemic change and shape sustainable progress.
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IMPACT & INSIGHTS
Over the years, GBS has not only convened leaders but also grown into a benchmark of scale and impact. Each edition reflects rising global participation, deeper engagement, and expanding influence across industries.
Thought Leadership Strengthens
The Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit continues to attract the world’s leading minds. Global speakers grew from 120+ in 2024 to 150+ in 2025, reflecting a 25% increase in participation. Here, ideas are not just exchanged, they are amplified into strategies that redefine industries and inspire new frontiers of growth.
Impressions Surge Past 3 Billion in 2025
The Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit continues to expand its global reach. Impressions grew from 2.1 billion+ in 2024 to 3.1 billion+ in 2025, marking a remarkable 47% year‑on‑year increase. This surge underscores the Summit’s rising influence as a premier platform for enterprise, policy, and leadership dialogue on the world stage.
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Delegates Footfall Over The Years
8%
2023
11%
2024
13%
2025
Global Footprint Widens
Strengthening its position as a truly international platform, country participation at the Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit rose from 25+ nations in 2024 to 30+ in 2025, marking a 20% growth in global engagement. It is where nations connect, collaborate, and contribute to building a shared vision for inclusive global progress.
Target Audience
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This is where vision meets execution, and perspective meets influence.
- Heads of State & Ministers
- CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, and CXOs
- Policy Architects & Global Strategists
- Investors & Capital Allocators
- Academe & Thought Leaders
- Innovation, Technology, and Sustainability Leaders
Global Horizons
for Local Impact
GBS convenes international leaders across:
- Government and Policy labs
- Institutional and Corporate governance
- Digital and Scientific innovation
- ESG and Sustainable economies
- Finance, Capital Markets & Trade
- Infrastructure and Human capital
As a truly multi-dimensional forum, GBS bridges global strategy with sector-level application.
A legacy strengthened by past collaborations
