June 2, 2025 | Washington D.C.
It was a dialogue on global competitiveness, innovation, and the evolving U.S.-India partnership. The conversation was moderated by Robert Thomson, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Government Engagement, Visa
Senator Daines highlighted why India is swiftly becoming the most trusted destination for capital, talent, and innovation. Senator Daines stated, “Let’s keep an eye on where the innovation ecosystem is headed and where we have the talent and the trust… and to me, that is India.”
On energy policy, he stressed, energy will be critical to India’s long-term competitiveness, opening doors for deeper collaboration on sustainable, scalable power infrastructure. In today’s digital era, innovation hinges on reliable energy—an area where India is making bold strides.
He pointed to a strategic shift as global companies look beyond China, emphasizing India’s vast STEM education pipeline, vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, and strong commitment to shared democratic values. For Senator Daines, India isn’t just rising – it’s ready.
He also emphasized the growing global pivot away from China in capital investment and identified India as the next big opportunity.
