FICCI

FICCI organised an Industry Roundtable with Ms Reta Jo Lewis, Esq., President & Chair of the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States, today at Federation House, New Delhi. The session was chaired by Mr Anil Mathew, Co-Chair, FICCI Foreign Trade and Trade Facilitation Committee and President - Public Policy Advocacy & Chief Risk Officer, Hindalco, and was attended by multiple industry leaders including Mr Rudra Kumar Pandey, Chair, FICCI Task Force on Inbound and Outbound investments & Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co Advocates & Solicitors and top leaders from Mahindra Group, Dalmia Cement, ECube Investment Advisors, Greenko Group among others.

Addressing an interactive session on Investment Opportunities in Africa orgnaized by FICCI in collaboration with Baker McKenzie, today, Mr Sevala Naik Mude, Additional Secretary (Central & West Africa), Ministry of External Affairs, India, said that Africa is one of the fastest-emerging economies in the world. All our investments and enabling mechanisms have created opportunities for Indian companies to expand their presence in Africa. "Manufacturing is a critical sector, and Africa is poised to become a growth engine for the entire world," he added. Mr Rajiv Wahi, Member, FICCI Africa Council, and CEO-International Business, Captain Agri Machinery Exim LLP, said that India and Africa share a long and rich history of economic, cultural, and political engagement. Over the years, this partnership has strengthened into a robust collaboration that includes trade, investment, and technology transfer. As a result, India has become one of Africa's largest trading partners, demonstrating the strategic importance of this relationship. Mr Ashok Lalwani, Partner, Baker McKenzie, Singapore, said that in Africa, every country is different; they are neighbors, but in terms of doing business, they are diverse. Our Africa initiative is not only about business but also aims to help develop the legal systems and markets in African countries. The sessions provided insights into the African macroeconomic scenario, geopolitical trends affecting doing business in Africa, current trends and developments in African projects and financing, M&A, and the regulatory landscape for companies targeting African markets.

Join us at the 'Women in the Workforce' Summit & Awards on 4th October 2024. A day of insightful discussions and acknowledging organizations with FICCI #WomenEmpowerment Awards. Register now at https://lnkd.in/dww5qQ5W

Call for Applications is open for the 1st FICCI DE&I Awards! If you're passionate about #Diversity, #Equity, and #Inclusion, this is your chance to shine. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gdfhMEdE #FICCIDEIAwards

Join us at 2nd National Summit on Warehousing & Supply Chain: Driving Efficiency with Innovative Solutions on October 16, 2024, at Federation House, New Delhi, with JLL as our knowledge partner. This summit will explore advancements in warehousing infrastructure, innovative financing methods, and cutting-edge technologies in supply chain management. Register at: https://lnkd.in/d8VptR7D For more details and partnership opportunities please write us at logistics.committee@ficci.com #FICCIWarehousingSummit DP World GreenLine Khaitan & Co JLL India

Join us for a session on decarbonisation through battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) on 26th September, featuring UK and Indian innovators, and explore collaboration opportunities for a sustainable future. Register now at:  https://lnkd.in/dEKXrmKP #decarbonisation #sustainabilityinnovation #batterystorage

FICCI in collaboration with Baker McKenzie is organising a session on Investment Opportunities in Africa today (Sept 09) in New Delhi at 5 PM. The session will bring insights on African Macroeconomic Scenario, Geopolitical trends affecting doing business in Africa, Current Trends and Developments in African Projects and Financing, M&A & Regulatory landscape for companies targeting African markets. Indian corporates, who are looking to establish or expand their presence in Africa will find the session very insightful. To receive an invite, write to richa.sharma@ficci.com.

The Second subgroup meeting of the working Group on Building IP Ecosystem and enhancing R&D was held on 02.09.2024 as step towards the formation of the National Capital Goods Policy 2025 Chaired by Mr shalabh singh, Corporate Head- BD , Isgec Heavy Engineering Ltd., of FICCI Capital Goods committee as a part of MHI Taskforce on National Capital Goods Policy 2025. Mr Shubhankit Srivastava, Deputy Secretary & members from MHI & Ministries interacted with the industry members and associations.

Join the industry's most influential minds at the 2nd Edition of the FICCI Real Estate Investment Summit with the theme Unleashing Potential: Innovating Investments for Future Real Estate scheduled for 18th October 2024 in Mumbai. Gain invaluable insights from industry leaders, connect with key stakeholders, and discover emerging investment trends. This is the perfect platform for investors, developers, professionals, and enthusiasts looking to thrive in the ever-evolving real estate market.   Register now at https://lnkd.in/d8FdAzWD Reliance MET City | RMZ | IndoSpace | Khaitan & Co | ANAROCK | Colliers | Pramod Rao | Sandip Somany | Gaurav Pandey | Vipul Roongta | Sanjay Dutt | Anuj Puri | S V Goyal | Mohit Malhotra | Ajay Ashar | Sharad Gohil | Piyush Gupta | Chetan Shah | Ankit Gupta | Avnish Sharma | Sudarshan Lodha

Shri Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles, said that India is set to become a world leader in the technical textile market in the coming years. Speaking at the 'Viksit Bharat- Technical Textiles for Sustainable Growth & Development' conference organized byFICCI and Ministry Of Textiles, the Minister expressed confidence in India's ability to dominate this rapidly growing sector, which encompasses engineered textile products for various applications, including automotive, aerospace, and medical industries.   "I am fully confident that in the coming days, India will not only lead in market size but will also be number one in the technical textile sector," Singh stated, highlighting the government's commitment to fostering growth in this innovative field. Minister of State for Textiles, Shri Pabitra Margherita, emphasized the government's commitment to the technical textile industry. "The Ministry of Textiles has set ambitious targets for India's technical textile sector, aiming for a domestic market size of USD 40 billion by 2030 while also targeting total exports of USD10 billion by 2030," Margherita stated. He highlighted the National Technical Textile Mission (NTTM) as a cornerstone of the government's strategy.   Dr. S Somanath, Chairman, ISRO, & Secretary, Department of Space, highlighted the crucial role of technical textiles in India's space program. He also stressed the need for domestic production of specialized fibres and investment in tooling and machinery. He underscored that enhancing India's capabilities in technical textiles is vital for scaling up the space program and increasing launch frequencies.   Smt. Rachna Shah, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, highlighted key initiatives such as the NTTM, focusing on R&D and specialty fibres, and the PM Mitra Mega Textile parks for creating integrated value chains.   Mr Rajeev Saxena, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, elaborated on the government's comprehensive strategy to bolster the technical textiles sector. He highlighted several key initiatives under the National Technical Textile Mission, including substantial support for machinery development and start-ups. Mr Manmohan Singh, Co-Chair, FICCI Committee on Textiles and Technical Textiles & Group Executive President & CMO Grasim Industries, emphasised the sector's remarkable growth, stating, "India's technical textile market, currently the fifth largest globally at USD22 to USD23 billion, has nearly doubled in the last decade and continues to grow at 8-10% CAGR."   Mr Mohan Kavire, Chairman of Supreme Group, offered a perspective from the industry, acknowledging the government's consistent support over the past two decades. He emphasized the need for a strategic shift in focus, stating,   Mr Prashant Agarwal, Co-founder & JMD, Wazir Advisors, stressed the importance of creating a robust ecosystem, emphasizing innovation, research, industry-academia collaboration, and the need for FDI partnerships.