Impact of West Asian Geopolitics on Global Supply Chains

Event Date: 4th May 2025

Organized by: School of Aviation, Logistics and Tourism Management (SALTM), Galgotias University

Program Theme: Career Counselling

Event Brief Description: The School of Aviation, Logistics and Tourism Management (SALTM), Galgotias University, organised an insightful Leadership Dialogue on the “Impact of West Asian Geopolitics on Global Supply Chains,” focusing on the influence of geopolitical developments on international trade routes, logistics networks, energy security and global supply chain resilience.

Event Detailed Description: The session featured Retd.Rear Admiral Girish Kumar Garg, a distinguished naval veteran and strategic thinker, as the Guest Speaker. Drawing from his extensive experience and global perspective, he provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities arising from geopolitical shifts in West Asia. The discussion also covered industry resilience, risk management and the future of global logistics. The session offered students, faculty members and industry enthusiasts an opportunity to understand the interconnected relationship between geopolitics and supply chains and how global events can shape business, trade and logistics operations worldwide.

Event Outcome: The Leadership Dialogue enhanced participants’ understanding of the relationship between geopolitical developments and global supply chains. It provided valuable perspectives on international trade, logistics networks, energy security, resilience and risk management, while helping students connect academic concepts with contemporary global developments.

Importance and Academic Benefits

• Global Perspective: Helped students understand how developments in West Asia can influence international trade and logistics.
• Supply Chain Resilience: Highlighted the importance of preparedness, risk management and resilient supply chain networks.
• Industry Relevance: Connected classroom learning with contemporary challenges faced by global businesses and logistics operations.
• Strategic Thinking: Encouraged students to examine geopolitical developments from a strategic and operational perspective.
• Career Awareness: Provided exposure to the wider strategic environment in which aviation, logistics and supply chain professionals operate.

Event Highlights: The event served as a meaningful platform for students to engage with strategic perspectives on the changing global environment. The interaction with Rear Admiral Girish Kumar Garg enabled participants to gain deeper insights into the implications of West Asian geopolitics for trade, logistics and supply chain operations, reinforcing SALTM’s focus on experiential learning, global awareness and industry-relevant education.

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