Global Trade & Investments Summit 2024

As India’s business ecosystem continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the nation stands poised to make significant strides on the global stage. With six Indian companies featured in the Fortune 500 and 114 unicorns driving innovation, India’s economic ascent is marked by an impressive growth rate of 8.2%. Despite this, Indian companies often encounter hurdles such as limited access to critical information, strategic connections, and effective market entry plans.

To address these challenges, we are proud to introduce the “Global Trade and Investment Summit 2024—a premier event designed to unite global leaders, business magnates, consultants, and experts in one dynamic forum. This summit will focus on bridging the gap between India and the international business community, fostering valuable connections, and facilitating robust discussions on global expansion strategies.

This prestigious one-day summit, to be held in New Delhi, will bring together an elite assembly of representatives from government agencies, trade commissions, international banks, consulting firms, chambers of commerce, business leaders, trade experts, bankers and Indian ministries. The event will be structured to address sector-specific opportunities, trends, and investment strategies, providing a comprehensive platform for dialogue and collaboration.
Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their regions’ investment potential, engage in strategic discussions on common challenges, and explore innovative solutions. The summit will also facilitate knowledge exchange on crucial topics such as customs regulations, taxation policies, and capital repatriation.

Summit Focus Areas:

1. Digital Transformation
2. Talent Acquisition and Management
3. International Scale-up Strategies
4. Industry 4.0 Innovations
5. Future Mobility Solutions
6. Fintech Advancements
7. E-commerce and FMCG Discoveries
8. Semiconductor Innovations (2025)
9. Taxation and Investment Strategies

Why Attend?

  • Exclusive Networking Opportunities
    Engage with influential figures, thought leaders, and industry experts. Exchange ideas, experiences, and insights while forging meaningful connections that could propel your global business strategy forward.
  • Real-Time Insights and Information
    Gain direct access to current investment opportunities, government incentives, and policy updates. Participate in interactive Q&A sessions to address your specific investment queries and hear from top experts about their experiences and recommendations.
  • Informative Workshops
    Attend workshops on key topics such as long-term residence visa process, international labour laws, sustainability practices, and more. Deepen your understanding of global business infrastructure through hands-on learning and expert guidance.
  • Engaging and Interactive Agenda
    Experience a compelling lineup of keynote addresses, panel discussions, and workshop sessions. Learn from leaders across various sectors in a dynamic environment designed to foster interaction and knowledge sharing.
  • Operations-Focused Discussions
    Explore the latest developments in operational strategy, technology, data management, and regulatory compliance. Participate in shaping the strategic roadmap for global investments through 2025 and beyond.

Agenda


08:30

Registration


09:30

Welcome Address

Confirmed:
Mr. Suprio Bose, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Eqverse


10:00

Keynote Address

Inviting:
Hon. Mr. Piyush Goel, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India


10:45

India Outlook 2030

Inviting:
Mr. B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO, NITI Aayog
Mr. Harsh Mariwala, Chairman – Marico industries
Mr. Romal Shetty, CEO – South Asia, Deloitte
Mr. Haigreve Khaitan, Partner, Khaitan and Co.


11:30

Tea Break


11:45

Promoting Investment in a Self-Sufficient Economy – Leveraging Atmanirbhar Bharat

Confirmed:
Mr. Rajnish Gupta, Senior Partner, Ernst & Young, Tax and Economic policy.

Inviting:
Mr. Dammu Ravi, Chairman Exim Bank, Secty (ER) External Affairs Ministry
Ms. Nivruti Rai, CEO, Invest India
Mr. Shardul Shroff, Executive Chairman, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Co.
Mr. Tapan Ray, CEO and Managing Director, Gift City, International Financial Services Centres Authority


12:30

Shaping Future Research and Policy on International Investment and Development

Inviting:
Ms. Rupa Chanda, Director, Trade, Investment and Innovation division, Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Mr. Ajay Banga, President, World Bank group
Ms. Geeta Goel, Managing Director, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation


13:00

Lunch Break


14:00

Trade Commissioners’ Roundtable

Confirmed:
Mr. Hans-Joerg Hoertnagl , Commercial Counsellor, Advantage Austria
Mr. Roy Postigo, Trade and Agricultural specialist, PromPeru
Andrew Carter, Trade and Investment Commissioner, Australian Trade and Investment Commission

Inviting:
Mr. Iqbal Jamil , Indonesia Trade Attache
Ms. Denise Tan, Regional Director – India and South Asia, Enterprise Singapore


14:45

The changing face of Investment Promotion

Confirmed:
Mr. Jorge Loyola, Trade Commissioner, Prochile – Government of Chile

Inviting:
Dr. D.K. Srivastaba, Chief Policy Advisory, EY India
Mr. Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade


15:30

What the World can Learn from India

Confirmed:
Ms. Padmaja Ruparel – Co-Founder, Indian Angel Network, Founding Partner – IAN Fund

Inviting:
Mr. Punit K,Goyal, Co-Founder – BluSmart
Ms. Genelia Deshmukh, Founder, ImagineMeats
Ms. Upasana Taku, Co-FOunder – MobiKwik
Mr. Albinder Dhindsa, Co-Founder and CEO, Blinkit
Mr. Nitish Mittersain, CEO and Jt. Managing Director, Nazara Technologies


16:15

Vote of thanks

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*Eqverse reserves the right to amend any part of the event format, including speakers and agenda.

Partners

Knowledge Partner

Supporting Partners

Event Registration

Event Fee

Members

From September 16 -30: INR 8,850
From October 1-22: INR 11,800

Non Members

 From September 16 -30: INR 14,160
From October 1-22: INR 17,700

Eqverse Members

INR 8,850

Non Members

INR 14,160