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USISPF and India in New York welcomed Minister Sridhar Babu, the IT and Industries Minister, Government of Telangana in New York (June 11, 2024)

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | New York

Minister Babu highlighted the significant growth of the state’s technology sector and presented Telangana’s IT prowess, and opportunities for investors to leverage design centers, GCCs, and AI.

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USISPF and Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) hosted a webinar titled: “What Lies Ahead for India: A Foreign Policy Perspective” (June 11, 2024)

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | Virtual

Thank you to Lisa Curtis at CNAS, Farwa Aamer at Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI), and Vikram J. Singh at USISPF for the riveting insights on India, its neighborhood, how India sees the world, the Quad, I2U2, IMEC, and India’s foreign policy going forward.

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USISPF’s Dr Bhuvnesh Shrivastava joined the Govt. of Chhattisgarh’s interactive session with pharma industry delegates (June 10, 2024)

Monday, June 10, 2024 | Chhattisgarh

Monday, June 10, 2024 The Govt. of Chhattisgarh’s upcoming “Pharma Policy”, is expected to give a big boost to the pharma sector in the state. The event was held in association with the Chhattisgarh State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd (CSIDC) and under the aegis of its Chhattisgarh State Chapter and MP State Chapter of PHDCCI. This platform brought together stakeholders to discuss and brainstorm investments and partnership opportunities in Chhattisgarh’s fast-emerging pharma industry.

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USISPF held a webinar on a debrief on India’s General Elections 2024, the swearing-in of Prime Minister Narendra modi for a historic third term, and the new cabinet that’s taking shape (June 10, 2024)

Monday, June 10, 2024 | Virtual

USISPF held a webinar on a debrief on India’s General Elections 2024, the swearing-in of Prime Minister Narendra modi for a historic third term, and the new cabinet that’s taking shape.The webinar featured Dr. Mukesh Aghi, President and CEO, of USISPF, and Rahul Sharma, Managing Director, of India for apco worldwide.

The conversation was moderated by Aditi Phadnis, Consulting Editor, Business Standard The conversation touched on investor sentiment, the economic outlook going forward, the government’s priorities on trade, supply chains, and the manufacturing economy, as well as immediate geopolitical implications. Thank you to all our members who joined in.

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USISPF President and CEO Mukesh Aghi spoke at Asia Society’s Envision India Conference in California on “The Emerging U.S. and India Partnership” (June 6, 2024)

Thursday, June 6, 2024 | Mountain View

Dr Aghi touched on the growing synergy between Washington and New Delhi in areas of critical and emerging technology, clean energy, supply chain resiliency, healthcare and education. 

Dr. Aghi was joined by Arzan Tarapore from Stanford’s Center for International Security and Cooperation and Asha Jadeja Motwani at Motwani Jadeja Family Foundation

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USISPF hosted a session with Mr. Brendan Lynch, Assistant United States Trade Representative for South & Central Asia, with USISPF’s healthcare members (June 1, 2024)

June 1, 2024 | Virtual

The discussion touched upon the recent developments in the healthcare landscape across both countries. Brendan also shared USTR’s perspective on further strengthening the trade relationship concerning healthcare. USISPF remains committed to working towards the Govt. of India’s vision to ensure innovative and affordable healthcare interventions reach the last mile.

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USISPF India MD Nivedita Mehra along with the Healthcare team met with Vy Tran, Head of APJ at Siemens Healthineers (June 1,2024)

June 1, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF India MD Nivedita Mehra along with the Healthcare team met with Vy Tran, Head of APJ at Siemens Healthineers. Vy plays a vital role in advancing the Siemens Healthineers’ efforts to further expand access to healthcare. A pleasure to hear Siemens Healthineers’s strategic plan for the region and we look forward to nurturing this relationship.

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Dr. Bhuvnesh Shrivastava, Director Healthcare at USISPF co- led the discussion on “Equitable Cancer Therapy and Implementation Science (Access)” at the first US-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue at AIIMS NCI Jhajjar Campus (May 31,2024)

May 31, 2024 | Jhajjar, Haryana 

The Department of Biotechnology in association with U.S. Embassy India organized a one-day community update and lead up event to the first US India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue at AIIMS NCI Jhajjar Campus.

Dr. Bhuvnesh Shrivastava, Director Healthcare at USISPF co- led the discussion on “Equitable Cancer Therapy and Implementation Science (Access)”.  This significant conglomeration is a critical step in progressing the discussion and building meaningful partnerships to identify novel solutions in the fight against cancer.

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Delighted to host Mr Adil Zainulbhai, Advisor to the Board at USISPF and Chairman of the Capacity Building Commission, Govt of India along with Mr Hemang Jani, Sr. Advisor, World Bank as part of the Young Professionals in South Asia Policy discussion in Washington, D.C. (May 29, 2024)

May 29, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

Delighted to host Mr Adil Zainulbhai, Advisor to the Board at USISPF and Chairman of the Capacity Building Commission, Govt of India along with Mr Hemang Jani, Sr. Advisor, World Bank  as part of the Young Professionals in South Asia Policy discussion.

Conversations on policy reforms, modernizing India’s economy and the India growth story.

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USISPF celebrates the first shipment of Novavax’s R21/Matrix-M™ malaria vaccine

Thursday, May 24, 2024 | Oxford University

The R21/Matrix-M™ malaria vaccine, jointly developed through a collaboration between the Jenner Institute at Oxford University and the Serum Institute of India (SII), utilizing Novavax’s saponin-based adjuvant technology, is the second malaria vaccine authorized for use in children in malaria-endemic regions.

According to a statement from the company, a total of 163,800 doses of the malaria vaccine are specifically allocated for the Central African Republic (CAR) region, with 43,200 doses already dispatched from the Serum Institute of India facility. Click here to read more.

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USISPF – Virtual session on navigating the complexities of Anti- Dumping Laws in India (May 22, 2024)

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | Virtual

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USISPF’s Vikram J. Singh spoke at Hudsin Institute on the US-india Dialogue Series, touched on strategic synergies on technology cooperation at Embassy of India, Washington, D.C. (May 20)

Monday, May 20 | Washington, D.C.

USISPF’s Vikram J. Singh spoke at Hudson Institute on the US india Dialogue Series, touched on strategic synergies on technology cooperation. Conversation moderated by Aparna Pande, alongside Lisa CurtisMarkey Daniel, Rudra C and Konark Bhandari. Opening remarks delivered by DCM. Sripriya Ranganathan at Embassy of India, Washington, DC.

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USISPF hosted a visiting delegation from the Data Security Council of India (May 14, 2024)

Monday, May 14, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF hosted a visiting delegation from the Data Security Council of India. Conversations on strengthening the US-India partnerships in areas of cyber cooperation, between governments, private sector, startups and academia. Grateful to our members for the insights and participation.

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USISPF and USAID convened a discussion in Bengaluru for women leaders in the energy sector (May 10, 2024)

Thursday, May 10, 2024 | Bengaluru

Discussions on advancing women’s participation and leadership roles in the energy sector. This event underscores the shared commitment of USISPF and USAID in promoting gender equity through their joint initiative – the South Asia Women in Energy (SAWIE).

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USISPF-KPMG Virtual Discussion on ‘ESG as a Value Driver: Creating Sustainable and Resilient Companies ( May 9, 2024)

Thursday, May 9, 2024 | Virtual

To decipher the landscape of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), USISPF in partnership with KPMG had organised a session titled ‘ESG as a Value Creator: Creating Sustainable and Resilient Companies’ on May 9th, 2024.

To discuss the stated topic we were joined by an eminent set of panelists including Abanti Sankaranarayanan, Chief Group Public Affairs Officer & Member – Group Executive Board, Mahindra Group; Leela Ramnath, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Sustainability Strategy, Warburg Pincus; Namrata Rana, Partner and National Head of ESG, KPMG India.

The session was moderated by Kaushal Kishore, Partner, BSR & Affiliates. Malachy Nugent, Vice President-FS, represented USISPF in the session. Panelists shared their views on ESG as a value driver; Regulatory environment; Value chain and technology as an enabler; and Financing and investment initiatives.

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USISPF hosted a fireside chat with Joe Lonsdale, Founder and Managing Partner of 8VC on ‘U.S.-India partnership in Emerging Technologies’ in Bengaluru (May 8, 2024)

May 8, 2024 | Bengaluru

USISPF hosted a fireside chat with Joe Lonsdale, Founder and Managing Partner of 8vc in Bengaluru. Joe was in conversation with Menaka Doshi from Bloomberg and touched on the U.S.-India partnership in emerging technologies.

Joe shared insights on his investment approach, the India growth story, startups and unicorns in India, next-generation technology such as AI, and strengthening the US-India commercial partnership.

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USISPF hosted an industry interaction in New York City (NYC) with a visiting delegation from the Government of Tamil Nadu led by Dr. TRB Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Investment Promotions and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu (May 6, 2024)

Monday, May 6, 2024 | New York

USISPF hosted an industry interaction in New York City (NYC) with a visiting delegation from the Government of Tamil Nadu led by Dr. TRB Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Investment Promotions and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu.

The delegation was led by the Minister for Industries, Dr. Dr. T R B Rajaa. Along with the Minister for Industries was Mr. Thiru. V. Vishnu, MD and CEO of Guidance Tamil Nadu , Paul Arun, Senior Vice President, Guidance Tamil Nadu and Christo Laurel, AVP, Guidance Tamil Nadu. Members discussed investment opportunities in the southern Indian state. Tamil Nadu is recognized for its thriving industrial and IT sector and the second-largest state economy is rapidly expanding with GDP over $300 billion.

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USISPF Chairman John Chambers in conversation with USISPF Board Member Sumant Mandal of March Capital and U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti at Milken Institute’s Global Conference (May 5, 2024)

Sunday, May 5, 2024 | Milken Institute

USISPF Chairman John Chambers, Chairman Emeritus of Cisco and Founder & CEO of JC2 Ventures in conversation with USISPF Board Member Sumant Mandal of March Capital and U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti at Milken Institute’s Global Conference. Conversations on strengthening commercial ties and strengthening the relationship between two of the world’s largest democracies.

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USISPF’s India MD Nivedita Mehra met with Dr. Rajesh gokhale, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology in New Delhi (May 4, 2024)

Friday, May 4 | New Delhi

USISPF’s India MD Nivedita Mehra met with Dr. Rajesh gokhale, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology. Discussions on the current research and innovation ecosystem in India and conversations on Department of Biotechnology programs and initiatives. The Department of Biotechnology is playing a vital role in creating a robust innovation, and R&D ecosystem in the country and is focused on making India a favored bio-manufacturing destination. An enriching exchange and we look forward to continuing this dialogue.

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USISPF Healthcare members met with Shri. Apurva Chandra, Secretary Ministry of Health to discuss and deliberate on the current healthcare priorities of the Government of India (May 1, 2024)

Wednesday, 1 May | New Delhi

USISPF Healthcare members met with Shri. Apurva Chandra, Secretary Ministry of Health to discuss and deliberate on the current healthcare priorities of the Government of India.

The meeting and discussions centered around exploring avenues to attaining affordable and accessible healthcare for all.A riveting exchange, touching on the recent regulatory and policy changes and ways to support the healthcare industry and improve the ease of doing business.

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USISPF President and CEO, Dr. Mukesh Aghi spoke at TiEcon 2024, one of the world’s largest tech conferences, tailored by Silicon Valley leaders for entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and investors (May 1, 2024)

Wednesday, 1 May | Silicon Valley

USISPF President and CEO, Dr. Mukesh Aghi spoke at TiEcon 2024, one of the world’s largest tech conferences, tailored by Silicon Valley leaders for entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and investors.

Dr. Aghi spoke on the New Global India panel. How India’s demographic dividend is driving the country’s vision to a $5 trillion economy. India is focused on an innovation-driven economy, an emphasis on AI, quantum, space, and cyber technologies, manufacturing high-tech products, and creating a base for the semiconductor industry to power the future of next-gen technology.

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Trade Taskforce Briefing with Mark Linscott, Senior Advisor, Trade Policy, USISPF in Washington, D.C. (April 25, 2024)

April 25, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

USISPF’s Senior Advisor for Trade Policy Mark Linscott convened an in-person USISPF Trade Taskforce meeting. Discussions with members across tech, financial services, education, pharma, logistics on strengthening US-india trade ties, the importance of the TPF and the renewal of the GSP in fostering stronger commercial links and enhancing bilateral trade.

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U.S. Grains Council and USISPF hosted the inaugural U.S. – India Biofuels Summit 2024 in New Delhi. (April 23, 2024)

Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | New Delhi

U.S. Grains Council and USISPF hosted the inaugural U.S. – India Biofuels Summit 2024 in New Delhi. Since the launch of the Global Biofuels Alliance under India’s G20 Presidency, the focus has been on working towards biofuels as a cost-effective and attainable energy transition strategy.

The U.S.-India Biofuels Taskforce under the U.S.-India SCEP is a bilateral forum where industry experts provide sharp insights on best practices to leapfrog biofuel adoption. Honored to have U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti provide the opening remarks.

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Col. Baljinder Singh (Retd), Director for Aerospace and Defence at USISPF, joined the Indian Defspace Symposium 2024 in New Delhi

Saturday, April 20 | New Delhi

He participated in a distinguished panel discussing “Opportunities for Transcontinental Cooperation & Emerging Space Frameworks.”

The discussion emphasized the benefits of collaboration in space exploration and development, highlighting the sector’s vast commercial opportunities for both states and private companies. Public-private partnerships are crucial for unlocking the full potential of this new economic frontier.

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U.S-India Strategic Partnership Forum Curtain Raiser Webinar on Indian Politics

Friday, April 19th, 2024 | Virtual

As the first phase of the general elections commenced in India, USISPF hosted a curtain raiser webinar with Aparna Pande at Hudson Institute and Pramit Pal Chaudhuri at Eurasia Group. Topics and themes explored domestic and foreign policy and  relations for the rest of 2024.

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USISPF hosted a roundtable with Dr. V Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India in Washington, D.C. (April 15, 2024)

Monday, April 15th 2024 | Washington DC

A busy week in Washington, DC with the World Bank and IMF News spring meetings. On the sidelines of these meetings, USISPF was delighted to host  Dr. V Anantha Nageswaran, the Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) to the Govt of India.

Dr. Nageswaran touched on India’s economic performance and future trends, particularly the growth outlook for the previous and current financial year. At a time of global economic headwinds, India bucks the trend and continues to be the fastest emerging economy, estimated to grow at near 7-8% .

Riveting insights on policies and outcomes on the Indian economy for our members across an eclectic mix of energy, financial services, tech, consumer goods, and logistics sectors. Thank you to our members and ficci india for partnering for this event.

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USISPF joined Kellogg India Business Conference 2024 as Strategic Partner. (April 13, 2024)

Saturday, 13th April | Evanston, IL

USISPF’s Malachy Nugent moderated a spiritied discussion on “The Indian Boom: Understanding the Drivers of Rapid Economic Expansion” with Raghuram Rajan and Prof. Krishnamurthy V Subramanian at the Kellogg School India Business Conference 2024. 

The panelists shared their personal journeys, drew from their experiences shaping India’s economic policies, and delved into the fundamentals of the Indian economy, manufacturing landscape, and investment climate.

As the Strategic Partner of the Conference, USISPF is honored to have facilitated this enriching exchange. We extend our gratitude to the panelists, organizers, and audience for making this session truly unforgettable.

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USISPF hosted a lunche on in New Delhi for David Druley, CEO of Cambridge Associates

Saturday, April 13, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

USISPF hosted a luncheon in New Delhi for David Druley, CEO of Cambridge Associates. The conversation focused on the investment landscape in India, ease of doing business and policy reforms and changes. Boston headquartered, Cambridge Associates, has 11 global offices and a diversified investment portfolio featuring foundations, endowments, pensions, private clients, and corporate and government entities. Thank you to our board members and members for attending.

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USISPF hosted a luncheon with Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra in Washington, D.C. (April 12, 2024)

Friday, April 12th, 2024 | Washington DC

USISPF was honored to host a luncheon with Amb Vinay Mohan Kwatra, Foreign Secretary, Government of India in Washington, D.C. Foreign Secretary Kwatra had a detailed discussion with our members across energy, technology, defense and aerospace, and financial services. Productive discussions on strengthening U.S.-India commercial ties in areas of semiconductors, AI, quantum computing, and space, with a vision of boosting India’s manufacturing economy, creating resilient supply chains, and enhancing the ease of doing business environment. Thank you to FS Kwatra, DCM Sripriya Ranganathan, colleagues from the Randhir Jaiswal, India in USA and to all our members. 

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USISPF hosted a luncheon with Smt. Ravneet Kaur , Chairperson of Competition Commission of India in Washington, D.C. (April 11, 2024)

Thursday, 11th April | Washington, D.C.

USISPF was honored to host CCI India Chairperson Smt. Ravneet Kaur in Washington, D.C., for a productive luncheon with our members.

Discussions highlighted CCI’s crucial role in promoting fair competition, easing business operations, and encouraging greater investment from US companies in India. Valuable insights shared on competition law, regulations, and India’s evolving business climate. Grateful to the Chairperson and our members for an engaging conversation!

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USISPF led a delegation of its food processing sector to meet with Professor Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI Aayog, Government of India

Thursday, April 11, 2024 | New Delhi

Professor Chand shared his insights on the future of agriculture, the role of AgTech, best practices across the sector, FPOs, priorities of Vikas Bharat, and public-private partnerships in this sector.

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USISPF recently hosted a dinner in New Delhi with Caroline Vik, Senior Advisor, House China Select Committee, (Majority), and Mr. David Dorfman, Deputy Staff Director, House China Select Committee, (Minority)

April 11, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF recently hosted a dinner in New Delhi with Caroline Vik, Senior Advisor, House China Select Committee, (Majority), and Mr. David Dorfman, Deputy Staff Director, House China Select Committee, (Minority).

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USISPF President and CEO, Dr. Mukesh Aghi led a delegation to meet with Mr. Manoj Ahuja, Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Agriculture INDIA in New Delhi

Monday, 8 April, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF President and CEO, Dr. Mukesh Aghi led a delegation to meet with Mr. Manoj Ahuja, Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Agriculture INDIA in New Delhi. Touched on strengthening the US-India commercial partnership across the food processing sector.

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USISPF took a delegation of its Food Processing Industries and Agriculture sector

Monday, 8 April, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF took a delegation of its Food Processing Industries and Agriculture sector. Delighted to meet with Ms. Anita Praveen, Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, ⁠Mr. Clay Hamilton, Minister Counselor, Department of Agriculture, U.S. Embassy India, Mr. Manoj Ahuja, Secretary, Agriculture INDIA and Mr. Kamala Vardhana Rao, CEO, FSSAI. 

The conversations focussed on the priorities, vision, and areas of partnership across the respective ministries and departments. The participating companies touched on the ease of doing business in India and highlighted their areas of expertise and willingness to partner with the government across technology, capacity building, financing, skilling, ESG, and supply chains.

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USISPF organized a roundtable on setting up MROs in India. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Sameer Kumar Sinha, Additional Secretary and DG Acquisition at RMO India

Monday, 8 April, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF organized a roundtable on setting up MROs in India. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Sameer Kumar Sinha, Additional Secretary and DG Acquisition at RMO India. Delighted to be joined by stakeholders from Ministry of Financeand members from the defense and aviation industry.

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USISPF was honored to have led a delegation of it’s members representing the Food Processing and Agriculture sector for a very productive discussion with Ms. Anita Praveen, Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries

Wednesday, April 3, 2024  | New Delhi

USISPF was honored to have led a delegation of it’s members representing the Food Processing and Agriculture sector for a very productive discussion with Ms. Anita Praveen, Secretary, Ministry of Food Processing Industries. The meeting aimed to understand the government’s priorities, vision, and areas of partnership in initiatives crucial to the industry’s growth.

We extend our gratitude to Secretary Praveen and the senior leadership of MoFPI for an insightful discussion on government priorities, including technology, skilling, capacity building, food processing, social transformation, and sustainability. Exciting opportunities lie ahead for both US and Indian industries to collaborate and contribute to the government’s vision. Let’s be partners in India’s journey of #Viksatbharat. 

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A wonderful evening in Amritsar with Mr. Taranjit Singh Sandhu, the former Indian Ambassador to the U.S.

April 2, 2024 | Amritsar

A wonderful evening in Amritsar with Mr. Taranjit Singh Sandhu, the former Indian Ambassador to the U.S. 

Discussed ways of strengthening the US-India commercial partnership with more opportunities and investments in Amritsar across key sectors from agriculture, healthcare, education, manufacturing, IT and startups.

As India achieves its aim of a $5 trillion economy, the focus will be building new economic hubs and growing new corridors of innovation.

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USTDA, in partnership with USISPF, hosted a panel discussion on “Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Water Management” in New Delhi

Wednesday, 27 March, 2024 | New Delhi

India has 18 percent of the world’s population, but only 4 percent of its water resources, making it among the most water-stressed in the world. 

USTDA, in partnership with USISPF, hosted a panel discussion on “Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Water Management” in New Delhi. The event brought together policymakers and senior executives, providing a platform to tackle India’s water challenges by exchanging best practices, implementing technological solutions, and promoting sustainable water usage policies.

Discussions centered on leveraging cutting-edge technologies, harnessing digital capabilities, and optimizing data to minimize water consumption across industries. Moderated by Ankita Menon from Sankala Foundation, the panel featured: Mr. Shashi Shekhar, Former Secretary, Ministry of Water Resources and Ganga Rejuvenation Mr. Deepak Kachru, Head of Sales & Business Development, Aquatech Systems Mr. Rajiv Gupta, Director, Coca-Cola Foundation.

Rachana Panda, Country Group Head, Communication and Public Affairs & Sustainability (South Asia), Bayer We extend our gratitude to all participants and members for joining us in this enlightening session.

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Engaging discussion in partnership with USTDA, exploring the most promising AI technologies and innovations driving sustainability, paving the way for a greener and more resilient future

Wednesday, 27 March, 2024 | New Delhi

Delving deeper into the transformative power of technology in combating climate change! We were delighted to host an engaging discussion in partnership with 

USTDA, exploring the most promising AI technologies and innovations driving sustainability, paving the way for a greener and more resilient future. During the session, we had the honor of engaging with senior industry leaders including: Mr. Amal Sinha, Director & Group CEO of BSES Delhi Mr. Satish Ingavale, Country Head of John Crane India; M K Biswas, Chief General Manager – Business Development at GAIL (India) Limited Bharat Newalkar, Chief General Manager (R&D) at CRDC, Bharat Petroleum Mr. Vivek Sonny Abraham, Regional Director of External Strategy – India & South Asia at Salesforce Mr. Rupam Raja, Chief Commercial Officer of Fluence India. The panel was moderated by Ms. Gauri Jauhar, Executive Director, in Energy Transition and Clean Tech Global Consulting Team, S&P Global We thank all participants and members of the audience for contributing to an insightful and engaging discussion!

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USISPF and USTDA hosted the “U.S.-India Forum on Decarbonizing Pathways” in New Delhi. (March 27, 2024)

Wednesday, 27 March, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF and USTDA hosted the “U.S.-India Forum on Decarbonizing Pathways” in New Delhi. Conversations were part of USISPF and USTDA Climate Technologies Actions Group (CTAG). Keynote remarks from the U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti at U.S. Embassy India .

Amb. Garcetti added: “As climate and clean energy leaders, the United States and India share a common vision to deploy clean energy at scale during this critical decade.  We are working to reduce and mitigate emissions, and we’re collaborating with private sector partners to work towards economy-wide decarbonization, in ways that make sense for our different national circumstances. Together, we can serve as a catalyst in our global efforts.” 

Thank you to Mehnaz Ansari at USTDA, members from industry and government officials.

 

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USISPF Roundtable with Dr. Sunita Satyapal, Director of the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, and Hydrogen Program Coordinator at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

March 21, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

USISPF facilitated a roundtable with Dr. Sunita Satyapal, Director, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, and Hydrogen Program Coordinator at U.S. Department of Energy. Conversation on global hydrogen strategies aimed at understanding various steps taken by countries to develop a robust clean hydrogen ecosystem.

Thank you to our members for the conversations on methods toward achieving emission reduction targets and supporting long-term energy security.

 

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USISPF Briefing on the Draft Digital Competition Bill, 2024 with Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.

March 21, 2024 | Virtual

USISPF hosted a virtual briefing on the Draft Digital Competition Bill, 2024. The briefing provided an overview of the Draft Bill and a session with our members.

Thank you to our knowledge partners Yaman Verma, and Rohan Arora fromShardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co for sharing insights.

 

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Dr. Mukesh Aghi inaugurated the first-ever India Pavilion of USISPF Member WinZO and launched the India Gaming Report 2024 at Game Developers Conference in San Francisco. (March 22, 2024)

March 20, 2024 | San Francisco

San Francisco. (March 22, 2024)

Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2024 Inauguration of the first India Pavilion with USISPF Member WinZo and launch of India Gaming Market Report. March 20, 2024 | San Francisco

USISPF President and CEO Dr. Mukesh Aghi is in California for the launch of the ‘India Gaming Market Report’ and helped inaugurate the first-ever India Pavilion at the GDC 2024 courtesy WinZO

At the launch was Paavan Nanda, Co-Founder WinZO, CG Dr. K Srikar Reddy and Deputy CG, Mr. Rakesh Adlakha from India in SF.
Dr. Aghi later participated in a fireside chat with CG, Dr. K Srikar Reddy at India in SF on India’s gaming opportunity and touched on how India’s digital economy, young demographic dividend, and the power of storytelling are potent forces for the growth of the gaming industry in India.

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USISPF Roundtable: US-India Energy & Climate Partnership and Emerging Opportunities

March 20, 2024 | Houston

Emerging Opportunities

USISPF Roundtable: US-India Energy & Climate Partnership and Emerging Opportunities. March 20, 2024 | Houston
On the sidelines of #ceraweek2024, USISPF hosted a Roundtable with Amb. Geoffrey Pyatt, Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources and CG DC Manjunath, Indian Consulate in Houston

“U.S. – India Energy & Climate Partnership and Emerging Opportunities”  

Thank you to Dr. Kenneth Vincent, Director at Office of Asian Affairs, Department of Energy and Dr. Pallavi Jain Govil, Directorate General of Hydrocarbons at Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. Thank you to our board members, members, and the Indian Consulate in Houston for hosting the session.

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USISPF convened a briefing session for Healthcare Members to discuss the recently notified Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) in collaboration with PLR Chambers

March 15, 2024 | Virtual

collaboration with PLR Chambers

The dialogue centered on key changes and potential implications of the new code, emphasizing its role in advancing the industry and enhancing patient care standards. We’re thankful for the valuable insights shared by industry leaders and PLR Chambers for their in-depth analysis.

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USISPF and US India Commerce hosted a briefing on India’s evolving competition landscape

March 13, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

evolving competition landscape

The discussion was led by Karan Singh Chandhiok, Partner and Head of Competition and Disputes Practice at Chandiok & Mahajan. Conversations on key developments, including the introduction of the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023, recently issued regulations for commitments, settlements, and determination of turnover, and the upcoming Digital Competition Bill.

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USISPF in collaboration with CUTS International and Warrior Maven present a roundtable on Future of the U.S.-India Security Partnership by in Washington D.C.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

Partnership by in Washington

Grateful for insights from Siddharth Iyer, Director for South Asia, Office of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III (Policy) at Department of Defense, Ryan Holliway, Political-Military Officer at Department of State, Pradeep S. Mehta at CUTS Internationaland USISPF’s Vikram J. Singh and Meaghan Byrne for moderating the discussion.

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USISPF hosted Kathi Vidal, Under Secretary of U.S. Commerce Dept. for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office

March 11, 2024 | New Delhi

United States Patent and Trademark Office

The discussion was attended by USISPF member companies across an eclectic mix of sectors from pharma to agriculture to defense to tech to media and entertainment sectors. Ms. Vidal touched on updates pertaining to the ongoing US-India IP dialogue, and recent developments in government-level engagement to streamline and strengthen the IP regime in India.

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USISPF hosted Consulate General of India, New York CG Shri. Binaya Pradhan in Boston, Massachusetts for a discussion with members, business leaders, and academics

March 11, 2024 | Boston

business leaders, and academics

Discussed ways to promote the US- India strategic partnership and enhance the commercial relationship across an eclectic mix of sectors, from healthcare to financial services, tech, and education.

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Clean Edge and Environmental Tech Trade Mission roundtable at U.S. Consulate Mumbai

March 8, 2024 | Mumbai

Consulate Mumbai

The focus was on emphasizing sustainable practices, reducing carbon footprint, and integrating green principles across the urban development landscape in India. In addition to the roundtable, USISPF was proud to support site visits for the US India Commerce delegation, across MumbaiMetro3 and Mumbai, BMC Thank you to Ashwini Bhide and Iqbal Singh Chahal

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USISPF hosted a roundtable discussion with Shri. Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Power to deliberate on critical issues pertaining to India’s power sector

March 7, 2024 | New Delhi

India's power sector

Discussions around key areas of collaboration in renewable energy, grid modernization, carbon credits, and supply chain sustainability. The power sector in India plays a pivotal role in the country’s economic development and sustainability goals. As the electricity demand continues to grow, there is a pressing need to address various challenges, embrace renewable energy sources, and foster international collaboration to meet the evolving energy landscape. Thank you to our members and to Shri. Ajay Tewari, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power, Mr. Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairman CEA India, and Shri Abhay Bakre, DG, BEE.

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In person US events

Briefing with USISPF Board Member – Mr. George Oliver, Chairman & CEO of Johnson Controls

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | New Delhi

CEO of Johnson Controls

USISPF hosted Mr. George Oliver, Chairman and CEO at Johnson Controls and Board Member at USISPF in New Delhi. Productive discussion on strengthening U.S.-India commercial relations with board members, members, and advisors to the board.

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In person US events

USISPF Chairman John Chambers and USISPF President and CEO Dr. Mukesh Aghi, along with USISPF Board Member, Umesh Sachdev of Uniphore, speak at the Monty Summit in Santa Monica, California

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | Santa Monica

Summit in Santa Monica, California

Conversation hosted by USISPF Board Member Sumant Mandal of March Capital on India’s Growing Partnership with the U.S. Discussions on how the world’s most robust democracies can consolidate their partnership to enhance peace, prosperity, and economic security in the Indo-Pacific across investments in critical and emerging technology and clean energy partnerships.

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USISPF hosted a reception for the visiting Clean EDGE (Enhancing Development and Growth through Clean Energy) and Environmental Technologies Business Development Mission to India

March 5, 2024 | New Delhi

Business Development Mission to India

The mission was led by Mr. Arun Venkataraman, Assistant Secretary of  U.S. Commerce Dept. for Global Markets and Director General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service. Thank you to all our board members, members, and friends of USISPF for a wonderful evening in New Delhi.

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In person US events

USISPF and Mastercard Meeting with Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, Consul General of India in New York

February 29, 2024 | New York

General of India in New York

Boosting US-India commercial ties. USISPF in partnership with Mastercard hosted Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, Consul General of India in New York for a discussion with members, former diplomats, and business leaders in NYC.

Discussed ways to enhance the Us-India economic relationship and the strategic partnership in the digital era.

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In person US events

USISPF Roundtable with Dr. Sunita Satyapal, Director, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, Dr. Ken Vincent, Director, Office of Asian Affairs, U.S. Department of Energy, and Dr. Vinod Bahade, Minister (Economic & HOC), Embassy of India in Washington, D.C.

February 28, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

Embassy of India in Washington, D.C.

USISPF was pleased to host from U.S. Department of Energy, both Dr.
Sunita Satyapal, Director, DOE, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, and Dr. Ken Vincent, Director, Office of Asian Affairs at DOE.

The roundtable touched on plans for ongoing energy dialogue between US and India, progress in the hydrogen sector, and industry insights as we move towards a low-carbon future.

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In person India event

USISPF Chairman John T. Chambers and USISPF President and CEO Dr. Mukesh Aghi hosted a reception welcoming members and industry leaders in India’s commercial capital, Mumbai

February 28, 2024 | Mumbai

Commercial capital, Mumbai
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Closed-door Interaction with Neema Singh Guliani, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Services, Industry and Analysis, U.S. Department of Commerce in New Delhi

February 27, 2024 | New Delhi

Closed-door Interaction
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USISPF Chairman John T. Chambers, along with Dr. Mukesh Aghi, President & CEO of USISPF, met with Shri Eknath Shinde, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, in Mumbai

February 27, 2024 | Mumbai

USISPF Chairman John T. Chambers

The discussions focused on boosting investment opportunities in Maharashtra and explored ways to strengthen USISPF’s partnership with the Government of Maharashtra to achieve the state’s vision of achieving a $1 Trillion Dollar economy by 2027-28. Shri Milind Deora , MP-elect and Advisor to the USISPF Board, also participated in the meeting.

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In person India event

USISPF Chairman John T. Chambers, along with Dr. Mukesh Aghi, President & CEO of USISPF, met Shri N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Group at the Bombay House in Mumbai

February 27, 2024 | Mumbai

USISPF Chairman John T. Chambers

During the meeting, they had the pleasure of presenting Mr. Chandrasekaran with USISPF’s coffee table book, “We The People,” which captures and commemorates 75 years of U.S.-India relations.

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Virtual

Virtual Discussion on The Evolving FinTech Landscape in India- Then, Now and Future with AZB & Partners

February 22, 2024 | Virtual

Future with AZB & Partners
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Virtual

USISPF CEO Dr. Mukesh Aghi receives Amity Leadership Excellence Award

February 22, 2024 | Virtual

Leadership Excellence Award
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In person India event

USISPF hosted officials from US and Indian government leaders, captains of industry, former diplomats, board members, and members, who discussed strengthening the strategic partnership and elevating commercial ties in New Delhi

February 20, 2024 | New Delhi

elevating commercial ties in New Delhi

A wonderful evening in New Delhi, as USISPF hosted officials from US and Indian government leaders, captains of industry, former diplomats, board members, and members, who discussed strengthening the strategic partnership and elevating commercial ties. As U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti Eric Garcetti said, “engagements like these stimulate collaboration, innovation, and prosperity.”

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USISPF roundtable on US – India Advance Technology Collaboration in Aerospace & Defence in New Delhi

February 20, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF roundtable on US – India Advance Technology Collaboration in Aerospace & Defence touched on the next steps in iCET and elevating and expanding the strategic technology partnership and defense industrial cooperation between US and Indian governments, private sector, and academic institutions. Grateful for remarks and insights from experts across the US and Indian government and private sector.

Ajay Kumar, Lindsey Ford, Douglas Bush, Justin McFarlin, Rear Adm. Eileen Laubacher, Vishwesh Negi, Vikram Rai, Raveeswaran N, and USISPF’s Vikram J. Singh and Nivedita Mehra for moderating the conversation.

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In person US events

USISPF was delighted to host a close-door interaction with a visiting U.S. Congressional Staff Delegation

February 20, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

U.S. Congressional Staff Delegation

USISPF was delighted to host a close-door interaction with a visiting U.S. Congressional Staff Delegation. The discussion touched on enhancing U.S.-India strategic collaboration with an outlook on opportunities in the tech sector including AI, quantum computing and semiconductors. Thank you to our member companies for a productive discussion.

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In person US events

USISPF was pleased to host an interactive discussion with Ms. Madhabi Puri Buch, Chair of the Securities and Exchange Board of India 

February 19, 2024 | Boston

Exchange Board of India

USISPF was pleased to host an interactive discussion with Ms. Madhabi Puri Buch, Chair of the Securities and Exchange Board of India in Boston, Massachusetts on Friday, 16th February, 2024

Thank you to State Street for hosting this roundtable with our financial services members.

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In person US events

USISPF Roundtable with ExxonMobil Leadership on February 15th in New Delhi

February 15, 2024 | New Delhi

USISPF Roundtable with ExxonMobil Leadership

USISPF Roundtable with ExxonMobil Leadership on February 15th in New Delhi

We were delighted to host:

  • Jack P. Williams, Senior Vice President at ExxonMobil
  • Monte Dobson, CEO and Lead Country Manager at ExxonMobil India
  • Dibyajyoti Bhuyan, ExxonMobil India
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US-India Strategic Partnership Forum, alongside CGI New York, was delighted to host Consul General Binaya Pradhan’s first roundtable discussion with CEOs and business leaders in New York

February 12, 2024 | New York

Highlighted the success of the USISPF delegation, comprising eminent business leaders from both the Indian and American energy sectors, at
India Energy Week in Goa and the US-India Energy Transition Roundtable with Hon’ble Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri.

Discussed ways to enhance the 🇺🇸🇮🇳 economic relationship and foster strategic technology partnerships under the India-US Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET).

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USISPF Roundtable Discussion with SEBI Whole Time Member Shri. Ananth Narayan Gopalakrishnan

February 08, 2024 | New Delhi

meeting
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U.S.-India Energy Transition Roundtable with Hon’ble Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

February 07, 2024 | New Delhi

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USISPF Leading a Delegation to India Energy Week

February 6, 2024 | New Delhi

Meeting
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Virtual

Virtual Discussion on Post Budget (Interim) Insights 2024

February 2, 2024 | Virtual

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USISPF hosts a farewell reception for Taranjit Singh Sandhu, India’s Ambassador to the United States

January 25, 2024 | Washington, D.C.

USISPF hosts a farewell reception
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In person India event

USISPF hosts Governor Abbott of Texas for a Texas-India trade partnership roundtable in New Delhi

January 25, 2024 | New Delhi

partnership roundtable in New Delhi
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In person India event

USISPF in partnership with Consulate General of India, Houston, hosted a roundtable on U.S.-India partnership for energy and climate

January 22, 2024 | New Delhi

energy and climate

Honored to have Mr. Manjunath Chennerappa, the CG of India in Houston, and senior industry colleagues for a discussion at the Indian Consulate in Houston.

The focus areas were to deepen the U.S.-India partnership on energy and discuss areas of future collaboration between industry, academia, and policymakers to support India’s energy security and net-zero targets.

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In person India event

USISPF was honored to host the visiting delegation from the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) in New Delhi for a roundtable discussion with our members

January 22, 2024 | New Delhi

roundtable discussion with our members

The insightful conversation delved into India’s emerging semiconductor sector and explored opportunities to enhance the semiconductor ecosystem through collaboration with trusted partners. Special thanks to John Neuffer, President and CEO of SIA, Mary Thornton, Vice President of Global Policy at SIA, and Jen Pak, Global Policy Associate at SIA, for sharing their views and actively engaging with USISPF members.

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Virtual

Tax Forum: Industry Consultation with CBDT regarding extension of benefits available to companies for manufacturing of solar modules, electrolysers, and green hydrogen

January 22, 2024 | Virtual

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Virtual

Strategic Working Group Meeting on Private Equity & Venture Capital

January 22, 2024 | Virtual

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In person India event

USISPF member meeting with Dr. Arunish Chawla, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers in New Delhi

January 13, 2024 | New Delhi

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In person India event

USISPF Roundtable with United States Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai on SMEs in the US-India partnership

January 13, 2024 | New Delhi

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In person India event

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: USISPF delegation meeting with Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India and former Chief Minister of Gujarat

January 12, 2024 | New Delhi

Chief Minister of Gujarat
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Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: USISPF and International Centre for Entrepreneurship and Technology hosted a Panel on Accelerating the Startup Ecosystem

January 11, 2024 | New Delhi

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In person India event

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: USISPF delegation meeting with Manohar Lal Khattar, Chief Minister of Haryana

January 11, 2024 | New Delhi

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In person India event

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: USISPF delegation meeting with Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister of Gujarat

January 11, 2024 | New Delhi

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In person India event

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: USISPF Panel on Opportunities for Manufacturing and Global Value Chains

January 11, 2024 | New Delhi

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Virtual

Briefing on the Telecommunications Act, 2023

January 11, 2024 | Virtual

Telecommunications Act, 2023
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In person India event

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with Lal Karsanbhai, President and CEO of Emerson and USISPF delegation lead

January 10, 2024 | New Delhi

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In person India event

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024: USISPF delegation meeting with Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry

January 10, 2024 | New Delhi

Minister of Commerce and Industry
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In person India event

Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024: Meeting with Shri S. Somanath, Chairman of ISRO

January 9, 2024 | Chennai

Shri S. Somanath, Chairman of ISRO
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In person India event

Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024: USISPF delegation meeting with Dr. T.R.B. Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Government of Tamil Nadu

January 9, 2024 | Chennai

Government of Tamil Nadu
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In person India event

Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024: USISPF delegation meeting Shiv Das Meena, Chief Secretary, Government of Tamil Nadu

January 9, 2024 | Chennai

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In person India event

Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024: USISPF hosted a USA country session on Tamil Nadu’s business-friendly environment

January 8, 2024 | Chennai

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In person India event

Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet 2024: USISPF hosted a USA country session on “The Role of Technology as an Enabler for Economic Growth”

January 8, 2024 | Chennai

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Virtual

Interactive Session with Andrea W. Boron, Policy Director for Services and Digital Trade at the USTR

January 5, 2024 | Virtual

Digital Trade at the USTR
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