‘Seattle-Setu’ Conference to Showcase City’s Pivotal Role in Building Economic and Political Bridges With India

Seattle University will be hosting a conference that showcases Seattle’s pivotal role in building economic and political bridges with India. To be held on Sept. 6, a few days before the G20 gathering of global leaders in New Delhi, ‘Seattle-Setu’ aims to be a bridge between the greater Seattle community and the world’s largest democracy, according to Seattle University president Eduardo Peñalver. The word ‘Setu’ is derived from the Sanskrit, which means bridge. 

The daylong conference will bring together a variety of high-level speakers for engaging and thought-provoking conversations. It will highlight the benefits Indian companies bring to Washington state’s economy and investments flowing from the state to India. 

Legal experts from both India and the United States will share valuable insights on facilitating cross-border business partnerships. Seattle has also become a center for philanthropic activities and leading social entrepreneurs from the region will discuss the social impact of their initiatives. 

The university will also launch the RoundGlass India Center at the conference which will be dedicated to further strengthening business, education and philanthropy, and other collaborative efforts between Washington state and India. 

Seattle-Setu and the new Roundglass India Center are expected to build on the deep connections Seattle University has with India, including faculty research and student and faculty engagement with India.

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Some of the speakers at the conference include state Senator Manka Dhingra, Deputy Majority Leader of the Washington State Senate; Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell; Sasmit Patra, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha and Seattle University president Eduardo Peñalver.

For more information on the conference, panelist bios, and registration, visit Seattle-Setu.