Rachel Reeves reflects on the important contributions British Asians make to the UK economy
Rachel Reeves, Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, joined the British Asian Trust for BAT Insights, a platform started by the British Asian Trust in 2020 for thought leadership in business, technology, and policy.
The fireside chat featured an insightful conversation between Rachel Reeves and Manoj Badale, serial entrepreneur, investor and Founding Chairman of the British Asian Trust.
Reeves reflected on the important contributions British Asians make to the UK economy and the role businesses and entrepreneurs from the British Asian community will play in achieving Labour's mission for economic growth.
The wide-ranging discussion also covered her childhood, philanthropy, how the private and public sectors can work better together and what the diaspora and wider public can expect should Reeves becomes the next Chancellor.
Manoj Badale, former Chair of the British Asian Trust added, “The British Asian Trust convenes British Asian business leaders with influential voices to address issues that directly impact our communities. BAT Insights provides a unique opportunity for open dialogue and to pose questions that matter. It was a pleasure to discuss with Rachel the vital role British Asians play in shaping our economic landscape, better understanding her motivations and her plans for economic growth.”
The event hosted at Carlton House Terrace, London was attended by leading members of the British Asian diaspora.