The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has announced its collaboration as a partner organization for the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024. This summit, taking place from January 10th to 12th in Gandhinagar, will witness the participation of over 35 Fortune American companies, including prominent names like Salesforce, Abbott, Blackstone, HSBC, UPS, Micron, Cisco, and SHRM, among others.
Led by Lal Karsanbhai, President and CEO of Emerson, along with USISPF President & CEO Dr. Mukesh Aghi, the delegation aims to strengthen economic ties and explore investment opportunities in Gujarat.
Focus Areas and Investment Plans
The summit’s focal points include leveraging Bharat’s growth in hi-tech manufacturing, particularly in semiconductors and chip manufacturing. Additionally, the delegation is keen on exploring opportunities in the energy transition, chemicals and industrial manufacturing, aerospace, and defense sectors.
These companies also plan to increase their investments in Gujarat, showcasing their interest in the state’s economic landscape, particularly in the flagship Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT) City.
Insightful Panel Discussions
USISPF plans to host two panel discussions during the summit. The first, on January 11, will delve into the theme of the “US-India Innovation Handshake,” focusing on accelerating the start-up ecosystem in partnership with iCreate. The second panel, under the theme “US-India Partnership,” will explore opportunities for manufacturing and global value chains.
Quotes from USISPF Leadership
Mukesh Aghi, President and CEO of USISPF, expressed his delight at leading a delegation to Gujarat, emphasizing the state’s entrepreneurial spirit. Lal Karsanbhai, President and CEO of Emerson, highlighted Gujarat’s emergence as a beacon of economic growth and innovation.
Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit
The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, initiated in 2003 when Prime Minister Modi was the state’s chief minister, celebrates its tenth edition this year. The event’s theme, ‘Gateway to the Future,’ commemorates ’20 Years of Vibrant Gujarat as the Summit of Success.’
The summit will host 34 partner countries and 16 partner organizations, featuring various events, seminars, and conferences on globally relevant topics like Industry 4.0, Technology and Innovation, Sustainable Manufacturing, Green Hydrogen, Electric Mobility, and Renewable Energy.
Global Participation and Economic Cooperation
With the participation of American companies, the summit aims to strengthen economic cooperation between the state of Gujarat and the United States. The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum, established in 2017, plays a pivotal role in fostering closer public-private sector partnerships across various facets of the economy and society in both countries.
In conclusion, the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 holds promise for significant collaborations, investments, and discussions that contribute to the global economic landscape.
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