Participants of the World Public Assembly declared the Need to Invest in Human Capital
Modern geopolitical changes in the world, digital transformation, and various challenges, including climate change and pandemics, require consolidated efforts by states, businesses, and civil society.
29.09.2025
At the World Public Assembly, representatives of each of the spheres had the opportunity for dialogue on the same platform.
The participants of the Panel Session "From People's Trust to the Trust of Economies: Humanitarian Foundations of International Partnership" talked about what changes society expects from business in the modern era of global change. The Session became an important part of the business forum, which was held as part of the WPA and brought together economic representatives from Angola, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Myanmar, Russia, Switzerland and other countries.
The participants of the Panel Session "From People's Trust to the Trust of Economies: Humanitarian Foundations of International Partnership" talked about what changes society expects from business in the modern era of global change. The Session became an important part of the business forum, which was held as part of the WPA and brought together economic representatives from Angola, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Myanmar, Russia, Switzerland and other countries.
"I am very glad that we are at such a level of development that it is of undoubted interest to businesses from different countries," said Andrei Belyaninov, Secretary General of the World Peoples Assembly, opening the Session. "I am sure that your contacts will be useful, and I am sure that as a result of these conversations you will have new business initiatives and business projects."
Sheikh Naif Al-Muhana Aladwani, the official representative of the State of Kuwait for Public diplomacy and President of the WAGB Public Charity Company, recalled that business should be aware of its responsibility to society today: "A forum like ours develops international cooperation. It is a great achievement that representatives of different countries have gathered in one hall. We must be aware of our responsibility to society."
Business social responsibility is becoming a key factor in sustainable development and international cooperation. Business can no longer be limited solely to economic goals — it is expected to actively participate in solving social, environmental and humanitarian challenges.
Dr. Kang Zaw, the Union Minister of the Ministry of Finance and Revenue of the Republic of Myanmar, stressed that all definitions in economics are interrelated with universal human relations and it is necessary to rely on this first of all:
Dr. Kang Zaw, the Union Minister of the Ministry of Finance and Revenue of the Republic of Myanmar, stressed that all definitions in economics are interrelated with universal human relations and it is necessary to rely on this first of all:
"Trust in economy and people's trust are strongly interconnected. We must take into account universal values and create partnerships to go beyond borders."
Svyatozar Darnev, Chairman of the Russian construction and financial association “Osnova”, expressed full agreement with his colleague from Southeast Asia and gave an in-depth definition of economic processes:
"The economy of life began with the search for meanings. The economy is based on people."
It is socially responsible business that is becoming a driver of positive change, offering innovative solutions and ensuring inclusive growth.
Sabena Johannes, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of Afritrack Angola Construção Civil S.A. from Angola, spoke about how her organization conducts socially responsible business and shared her humanistic views:
Sabena Johannes, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of Afritrack Angola Construção Civil S.A. from Angola, spoke about how her organization conducts socially responsible business and shared her humanistic views:
"Our task is, first of all, social and corporate responsibility. Human values depend on fundamental things: healthcare, education. And most importantly, peace on the planet. If there is peace, then we will prosper."
The participants of the platform, wondering how to strengthen the very trust between people in order to strengthen the trust of economies, voiced the answer: investments in education, healthcare, ecology, culture and infrastructure. This not only strengthens public confidence, but also creates the basis for long-term economic growth. In the context of the transition to a multipolar world, it is trust between people, businesses and states that is becoming the main resource for building sustainable partnerships and integrating economies.
"Politics rarely affects the economy, the opposite always happens. We should be closer to politics through economic diplomacy," - added the speaker from Angola.
Humanitarian cooperation and social business investments contribute to building trust between countries and create the foundation for a sustainable economic partnership. All the participants of the session talked about this. The speaker from Luxembourg, Raymond Jean Lacoste, CEO and owner of IDSS GmbH, stressed that the cultural factor must also be considered in international economic cooperation:
"It is necessary to adapt to the fact that we no longer work in the same country. Here, in this forum, we are talking about the cultural aspect of the company. This is very difficult because it requires the management of the company to have a strong understanding of different cultures. Everyone needs to understand that we think differently."
Taking into account differences, and respecting them, finding common ground is the main principle of interaction outlined by the participants of the discussion.
Entrepreneurs from different countries exchanged best business practices and identified sources for new ideas and launching their own projects.
One of the most important areas in which businessmen from all countries should invest was outlined by the speaker from Malaysia, Jaziri Alkaf Abdillah Suffian, Former Senator Parliament of Malaysia, Managing partner of WIPPD Ltd. He is sure that this will determine the potential growth of the economies of different countries:
Entrepreneurs from different countries exchanged best business practices and identified sources for new ideas and launching their own projects.
One of the most important areas in which businessmen from all countries should invest was outlined by the speaker from Malaysia, Jaziri Alkaf Abdillah Suffian, Former Senator Parliament of Malaysia, Managing partner of WIPPD Ltd. He is sure that this will determine the potential growth of the economies of different countries:
"Education is very important! It is fundamental in our region, the ASEAN region. Investing in the next generation, in our children and youth leads to youth diplomacy, and through it to the prosperity of the future."
