The Global Development Initiative is a promising concept and should be taken seriously and favorably because it is development for all and in all parameters like economy, health, education and employment, said Sudheendra Kulkarni, aide to former Indian prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, when sharing his views on the three global initiatives proposed by China.

China has proposed the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative to promote growth and cultural enrichment.

To explore these initiatives and determine what they will mean for the future, China Daily website and the China Watch Institute present the interview series "Taking the Initiative", featuring top thinkers who will share their views on the subject.