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“Sectoral diversification is crucial so that we can move beyond the traditional areas of trade. High-end manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, digital engagement, digital public infrastructure and artificial intelligence, all of these are necessary for building a future-ready business environment. Therefore, strengthening institutional frameworks will be essential along with the removal of non-tariff barriers and entering into robust trade agreements,” said Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister for Commerce & Industry, Government of India, at the Special Ministerial Session on Strengthening India-LAC Partnerships in a Changing Global Environment at the CII India-LAC Conclave held today in New Delhi. He further stressed that Renewable Energy could be a key area of collaboration. Almost 40% of the world's lithium reserves are housed in LAC countries. India would like to partner with LAC nations to process them jointly. Our businesses can collaborate on lithium processing, battery manufacturing and electric mobility to contribute to solving climate change challenges. The session was chaired by Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII. Other key dignitaries addressing the session were: • Honourable Mr Everly Paul Chet Greene, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade & Barbuda Affairs, Antigua and Barbuda • H.E. Ms Celinda Sosa Lunda, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Plurinational State of Bolivia • H.E. Ms Maria Luisa Hayem Brevé, Minister of Economy, Republic of El Salvador • H.E. Mrs Ursula Desilú Leon Chempén, Minister for Foreign Trade and Tourism, Republic of Peru • H.E. Ms Coromoto Godoy Calderon, Honourable Minister of Foreign Trade, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela • H.E. Ms Claudia Sanhueza Riveros, Vice Minister of International Economic Affairs, Republic of Chile • H.E. Dr Dr. Jorge Morales Paulino, Vice Minister for the Promotion of MSMEs, Dominican Republic • H.E. Mr Julio Eduardo Orozco Pérez, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Guatemala • Sanjiv Puri, President, CII • Mukundan Ramakrishnan, Vice President, CII #CIIIndiaLACConclave Ministry of External Affairs, India CII International

The Future is Now. The Future is India. 🇮🇳 At #FutureForward, hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry in collaboration with the Gates Foundation and the Women's Collective Forum, global leaders came together to explore how India’s innovation ecosystem is shaping solutions that have the power to transform lives worldwide. In his keynote, Mr. Bill Gates emphasized India’s leadership in affordable healthcare, AI-driven diagnostics, and digital financial inclusion—not just as national achievements but as global models for inclusive progress. His vision reaffirms a core belief: when innovation meets intent, real change happens. As Chairperson of the Alliance for Global Good: Gender Equity and Equality, I commend the Gates Foundation for investing in solutions that scale, sustain, and uplift—leveraging technology to strengthen economies and empower communities. With CII fostering innovation and digital public infrastructure, India isn’t just building the future—it’s defining it. The world is watching, and the global development community must collaborate to ensure that tech-driven, people-first solutions reach those who need them most. What are your thoughts on India’s role in shaping the future? Let’s keep the conversation going.

"The Caribbean needs strong inter-country relations, supported by addressing the basic needs of the region, overcoming food inflation, ensuring sustainable development, and fostering economic ties,” said H.E. Dr. Eduardo Martinez Diaz, Deputy Prime Minister, Republic of Cuba, while delivering the special address at the opening session on Facilitating India-LAC Trade Relations: The Way Forward at the 10th CII India-LAC Conclave - “Advancing Economic Alliances for Collaborative Growth” held today in New Delhi. In his keynote address, Pabitra Margherita, Hon'ble Minister of State for External Affairs, said that the launch of the 'PartnerIndia for CARICOM' portal has been announced. He said this platform, which may expand to the entire LAC region, will serve as a one-stop resource for opportunities in Trade, Tech, Tourism, Talent, and Tradition, enabling efficient and timely responses from Indian stakeholders. Sunil Barthwal, Commerce Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, said, “We are embarking on a trade promotion mission, where we will be looking at how to take our trade further. Trade is going to be an engine of growth not only for the LAC region but also for India.” The session was chaired by Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII. Other key dignitaries addressing the session were: * Mukundan Ramakrishnan, Vice President, CII and Managing Director & CEO , Tata Chemicals * Jai Shroff, Chairman, National Committee on Latin America & the Caribbean, CII * Narayan S., Co-Chairman, CII Trade Policy Council, & Managing Director, Sanmar Matrix Metals Limited * Hiroshi Wago Rojas, Director of Global Partnerships, CAF - Development Bank of Latin America, Colombia #CIIIndiaLACConclave Ministry of External Affairs, India CII International

Be part of the deliberations at the 10th CII India-LAC Conclave, where leaders, policymakers, and industry experts came together to shape the future of economic cooperation between India and the Latin America & Caribbean region. From trade and investment to sustainability and innovation, this platform is driving new synergies for a shared future. #CIIIndiaLACConclave #TradeAndInvestment #GlobalCollaboration #ConnectingNations Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India

Be part of the discussions on India’s global diplomacy and strategic partnerships, with key perspectives from Dr. S Jaishankar, Hon’ble Minister of External Affairs, Government of India, at the 10th CII India LAC Conclave, being held from 19-20 March 2025, in New Delhi.  #CIIIndiaLACConclave #TradeAndInvestment #GlobalCollaboration #ConnectingNations Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India Ministry of External Affairs, India

The Union Budget 2025-26 brings major direct tax reforms, offering relief to the middle class, boosting electronic manufacturing, and supporting infrastructure investment. Read the #CIIblog to know more: https://bit.ly/4kqe6Z0 #CII4Budget2025 #CII4Budget #UnionBudget2025 #ViksitBharatBudget2025

CII congratulates Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon'ble Minister of Finance and Minister of Corporate Affairs, on the launch of the #PMInternship Scheme mobile app in the presence of Shri Harsh Malhotra, Minister of State for Corporate Affairs. CII has been working closely with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for the facilitation of the PM Internship Scheme. To enhance youth participation in the PMIS, CII in partnership with Ministry of Corporate Affairs has launched the first CII-MCA PMIS Facilitation Centre at Corporate Bhawan, Kolkata. The cutting-edge facility serves as a dynamic space for internship seekers, featuring dedicated zones to discover career paths, connect with industry experts, and track evolving market trends. The centre will operate as a hub-and-spoke model, leveraging the extensive network of CII Model Career Centres (CII MCCs). Eligible youth can apply through the new mobile app or the PMIS Portal https://lnkd.in/g9eRWFyb #CIIForSkills #PMIS #YouthEmpowerment #SkillDevelopment CII Centre of Excellence on Skills

The CII Centre of Excellence on Employment & Livelihood supports micro-enterprises & small #Businesses through skill development initiatives, capacity building & #Business management trainings to equip them with the necessary skills & knowledge to grow their businesses and contribute to the transformation of India’s micro-entrepreneurial ecosystem. For more, visit https://ciicel.in/  CII Centre of Excellence on Employment and Livelihood - CII CEL #CIICoEofTheMonth #CII4Livelihood #CII4Employment #Employment #Skills #Training

Thought leaders and top CEOs from films to streaming, broadcast to digital will engage in thought-provoking discussions on the next wave of media and entertainment opportunities in East and Northeast India.   Join us at the CII Purbo Bharat Big Picture Summit 2025! 22nd March 2025 | Kolkata   To register, visit ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gRu_QXhF #CIIPurboBharat #CIIBigPictureSummit CII Media & Entertainment CII North East CII Eastern Region Shashwat Goenka Rituparna Sengupta Gaurav Banerjee Saugata Mukherjee Samrat Ghosh Saibal Chatterjee Abhilash sharma Bickram Ghosh Kuheli Dasgupta Hirachand Dand

Be part of an engaging dialogue with Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister for Commerce & Industry, Government of India over strengthening India’s global trade with the LAC Region at the 10th CII India LAC Conclave, being held from 19-20 March 2025, in New Delhi.  #CIIIndiaLACConclave #TradeAndInvestment #GlobalCollaboration #ConnectingNations Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India