The 29th Edition of the CII Partnership Summit organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in partnership with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry was recently held on 2 and 3 December 2024 in New Delhi with the theme of…
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5G and Beyond: Pioneering Connectivity in 2025
The year 2025 stands at the crossroads of technological advancement, with 5G playing a pivotal role in shaping the digital ecosystem. This transformative technology has redefined connectivity, enabling faster communication, lower latency, and the capacity to support a vast array of devices. However, as the world continues to embrace 5G,…
India- Spain: Weaving New Tapestries of Partnership and Progress
Weaving a rich tapestry around their historical ties, India and Spain bilateral relations have grown into a robust partnership encompassing trade, investment, culture and technology. Their relationship stems back to the 16th century being one of trade, when Portuguese traders first introduced Spanish goods to India. These ties have grown…
India and the Mediterranean: Revitalising Historic Connections
On September 6, 2024, the first-ever CII India Mediterranean Business Conclave took place in New Delhi, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs. Dr. S. Jaishankar, Hon’ble Minister of External Affairs, Government of India, highlighted the importance of reinforcing historic connections…
India’s Soft Power in Southeast Asia: Yoga, Cultural Exchange, and Beyond
India’s soft power in Southeast Asia has deep historical roots, strengthened by cultural exchanges, spiritual traditions like Yoga, and robust economic and diplomatic engagements. This article explores how India’s soft power, particularly through Yoga and cultural exchanges, has influenced Southeast Asia and enhanced India’s standing in the region. Historical and…
BIMSTEC’s Digital Infrastructure: Paving the Way for Regional Economic Collaboration
Digital Public Infrastructure: A Catalyst for Economic Growth In an increasingly interconnected global economy, the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) stands at the forefront of creating a digital public infrastructure that serves as a catalyst for regional economic collaboration. The development of such infrastructure…
Resurgent Africa, Rising India: A New Era of South-South Cooperation
The 19th CII India-Africa Business Conclave, held between August 20-22 in New Delhi, marked a significant milestone in the evolving partnership between a resurgent Africa and a rising India. Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Commerce…
Inclusive Growth and Development in the Region: Role and Voice of the Global South
India’s wider periphery, which includes South Asia, Southeast Asia, portions of Africa, and the Middle East, is one of the world’s most active and lively economic regions. However, inclusive growth, gender equality, and universal digital and financial access remain significant challenges. Addressing these challenges necessitates substantial investments in infrastructure, cross-border…
India-Korea Relations: 50 Years of Collaboration and Friendship
08 Jan 2024 In the vast tapestry of international relations, the bilateral ties between India and Korea stand out as a vibrant and dynamic thread. Over the past several decades, the two nations have woven a story of cooperation, economic partnership, and cultural exchange. As we delve into the intricacies…
Exploring Economic Cooperation Between India and the Nordic-Baltic Region
India’s global economic footprint has been expanding rapidly, and one region that holds immense potential for collaboration is the Nordic-Baltic region. Comprising countries like Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, The Nordic Baltic Eight (NB8) is a innovation and technological powerhouse, while India, with its increasingly strong focus on technology,…