We are proud to announce that Vineet Raj Kapoor, Founder of SXILL and Chandigarh Design School, delivered a distinguished Keynote Address at the BRICS Auditorium of Skills Development and Technology Innovation Forum held on May 25, 2024, in Xiamen, China. This prestigious event, organized by the BRICS Business Council Skills Development, Applied Technology and Innovation Working Group and the BRICS Academy of Skills Development and Technology Innovation (Xiamen), China, brought together global leaders to discuss the future of skills development and technology in the BRICS nations.

The forum addressed crucial topics in the new era of cross-border e-commerce and emphasized the integration of industry and education. The overarching aim of the event was to promote the development of cross-border e-commerce in BRICS countries, strengthen industry-education integration, enhance talent competitiveness, and foster cooperation between the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). Vineet Raj Kapoor’s keynote speech highlighted these critical areas, contributing valuable insights on how educational institutions and industries can collaborate to cultivate the skills needed for a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Following the forum, Kapoor also participated in the 2nd Standard Formulation Seminar on BRICS Technology and Skill Standardization, held on May 26-27, 2024. This seminar focused on formulating standards that will facilitate the high-quality development of technology and skills within the BRICS nations. By contributing to the discussions, Kapoor helped shape the dialogue on creating unified skill standards that can accelerate the progress of emerging sectors like e-commerce, technology, and applied innovation.

The entire SXILL and Chandigarh Design School community is proud to share this monumental achievement with our network. Vineet Raj Kapoor’s participation in these high-profile events highlights our institutions’ commitment to contributing to global conversations on skill development, technology, and innovation.

As we continue to push boundaries in education and skill development, we remain dedicated to fostering international cooperation and strengthening the ties between industry and education in order to equip our students for the future.