Shobana Kamineni Advocates for Business Reforms in India
Shobana Kamineni, speaking at an event organized by WhatsApp, emphasized the need for business reforms in India. She discussed the potential impact of tariffs, the role of AI, and the necessity for job creation. Meta executives also highlighted collaborations with state governments to enhance services via WhatsApp.
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During a recent WhatsApp event, business leader Shobana Kamineni called for significant improvements in the ease of doing business in India, emphasizing the enormous opportunities available in the country over the long-term. Addressing the challenges posed by 'terrible tariffs' from the US, Kamineni urged for introspection to streamline business practices.
Highlighting the fears surrounding job displacement due to artificial intelligence, the Apollo Group executive chairperson stressed the need to balance economic growth with job creation. She advocated for democratizing AI technology to harness its potential and benefit small businesses and retailers across India.
On another note, Meta's executives, Benjamin Joe and Arun Srinivas, expressed excitement about India's market potential. Meta aims to expand its partnerships with state governments to provide citizen-centric services through WhatsApp, currently used by millions in Andhra Pradesh.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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