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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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

Global cooperation over the past 70 years has been a critical component of global prosperity.  In the globalized and inter-connected world of today, no country is shielded from the events emanating from outside of its geographical frontiers. The first two decades of this century have seen three major global disruptive…

For decades now, Africa has been characterised as the world’s “final frontier” for business. As experts introspect on existing global trade practices, perceptions of Africa as a valuable market for investments need to widen still. We must look to the region as a contributor to a more inclusive and stable…

With India assuming G20 presidency from 1 December 2022, the premier international forum’s engagement groups have also been handed over to India. India has thus taken over the baton of B20, the business engagement group of G20 which brings together enterprises from the G20 member nations to contribute to the…