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As global trade realigns, India’s role in shaping the next technology order is becoming clearer. Backed by trusted engineering capability, strategic partnerships, and growing global investments, India is emerging as the world’s most preferred ER&D hub, powering innovation and resilient digital ecosystems worldwide. #nasscom #ERD #GlobalTech

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At #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, I sat down with Neha Khanna, Senior Anchor and Editorial Advisor, Times Group to unpack a question that's quietly reshaping global power: Is the India–US tech partnership evolving into something far more consequential? Key insights: • Technology as strategic power: Partnerships in AI, semiconductors, cyber capabilities, and advanced manufacturing are reshaping alliances, transcending pure business collaboration. • India's tech trajectory: From a services hub to a co-creator of frontier technologies, India must move beyond middle management to lead in emerging AI and deep tech ecosystems. • Innovation over policies: As always, innovation shapes technology alliances faster than policy, with India needing a sharper focus on foundational tech like AI, quantum, and deep tech to stay ahead. With the India–US relationship at a pivotal point, the future of this alliance depends on bridging policy and innovation to empower joint leadership in global frontier technologies.

At the Nasscom Global Confluence, HC @Lindy_Cameron highlighted the many ways through which 🇬🇧🤝🇮🇳 are working together -- with industry partners like @nasscom -- to ensure we're unlocking the full benefits of our trade deal and building trusted and secure technologies for all.

Hon’ble @ltgovdelhi Shri S. @SandhuTaranjitS delivered the keynote address at the NASSCOM @nasscom Global Confluence 2026 in Delhi today. He emphasized that strong institutions and active citizen participation, amplified by technology, are essential for national progress. He also highlighted the importance of strengthening digital public infrastructure, investing in emerging technologies, and equipping the workforce with future-ready skills. Concluding his address, he urged all stakeholders to be ambitious, focus on research and development, skilling and collaboration, and rise above negativity to build a confident, innovation-driven India under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri  @narendramodi

Technology is India's emerging soft power, but our ability to lead depends on how we evolve from a talent hub to a global innovation leader. At #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament, Former Diplomat, and an Author, and Rajesh Nambiar, President, Nasscom, engaged in a thought-provoking dialogue on India's opportunities and imperatives at the intersection of geopolitics, trade, and technology. Dialogue centred on: GCCs are powerful proof of India's value as a growth destination but the country must decisively move past the 'back-office' narrative. Developing competitive capabilities in AI, semiconductors, and rare-earth materials is what will position India as a architect of global value chains, not merely a link within them. The conversation also drew attention to India's formidable digital foundation: 600M+ users, a maturing digital public infrastructure, and UPI now adopted across 19 countries. These are not just statistics. They are the building blocks of India's techno-diplomatic influence on the world stage. But the central challenge was stated plainly: India must move from middle management to innovation leadership. In a fractured global order, that transition is not just an economic opportunity it is a strategic necessity. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @ShashiTharoor @RNamb @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd

At #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, Shri Sunil Barthawal, Former Commerce Secretary, Department of Commerce, Government of India and Rajesh Varrier, President Operations & CMD, Cognizant India, joined Shishir Priyadarshi, Former Director Word Trade Organisation, to discuss the evolution of global trade and technology partnerships: • Globalization is shifting from cost and facilitation to trust, resilience, and localization. • FTAs are vital for ensuring growth, predictability, and regulatory harmony. • India’s 6M+ tech workforce and global-local business models anchor its leadership in the changing trade landscape. Business integration and future-ready FTAs are essential for India to capitalize on its rising position as a global trade and technology hub. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @priyadarshi_crf @Cognizant @RNamb @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd

At #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, Shri Manish Tewari, Hon'ble Member of Parliament and Former Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, sat down with Neha Khanna, Senior Anchor and Editorial Advisor, Times Group to unpack a question that's quietly reshaping global power: Is the India–US tech partnership evolving into something far more consequential? Key insights: • Technology as strategic power: Partnerships in AI, semiconductors, cyber capabilities, and advanced manufacturing are reshaping alliances, transcending pure business collaboration. • India's tech trajectory: From a services hub to a co-creator of frontier technologies, India must move beyond middle management to lead in emerging AI and deep tech ecosystems. • Innovation over policies: As always, innovation shapes technology alliances faster than policy, with India needing a sharper focus on foundational tech like AI, quantum, and deep tech to stay ahead. With the India–US relationship at a pivotal point, the future of this alliance depends on bridging policy and innovation to empower joint leadership in global frontier technologies. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @ManishTewari @nehakhanna_07 @RNamb @nasscomgtd @shivendra_1969

This afternoon I am looking forward to a “fireside chat” with @nasscom chief & @Cognizant leader @RNamb on geopolitics, trade and technology diplomacy in an increasingly multipolar world

Germany. Sweden. Denmark. Australia. UK. Five ambassadors, one conversation, and India at the center of it all. At an engaging panel during #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, global leaders unpacked India’s pivotal role in fostering digital trust and driving innovation. Moderated by Amb. Pankaj Saran, the session featured: Dr. Philipp Ackermann – Ambassador of Germany, Jan Thesleff – Ambassador of Sweden, Rasmus Kristensen – Ambassador of Denmark, Philip Green – Australian High Commissioner, Lindy Cameron – British High Commissioner. In a thought-provoking discussion, panelists reflected on India’s rise as a global digital leader, highlighting: • Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a global model for secure and resilient ecosystems. • Unique opportunities to scale innovations in AI, cybersecurity, and education technology, through partnerships with India. • 600M+ digital users, an unparalleled talent pool, and India’s capacity for large-scale innovation. • Opportunities to co-create solutions in sustainability, energy efficiency, and trusted technologies with India. India’s ability to integrate trust, scale, and innovation cements its role as a global technology and innovation leader. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @AmbAckermann @SwedensAmbIndia @DenmarkinIndia @AusHCIndia @Lindy_Cameron @PankajSaran11 @RNamb @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd

The future of the digital order must be open, trusted, inclusive, and innovation-driven. At #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, Shri Mahaveer Singhvi, Additional Secretary, NEST, Ministry of External Affairs, highlighted the growing convergence of technology and geopolitics. He stressed the need for resilience and diversification in supply chains, secure digital infrastructure, and long-term partnerships. India’s tech industry exemplifies trust, compliance, and cybersecurity, serving as a backbone for global connectivity and innovation. Digital transformation, he noted, must prioritize co-creation, inclusivity, and human-centric progress, empowering entrepreneurs, startups, and societies at large. He emphasized India’s commitment to building a collaborative digital order that drives shared prosperity with global partners #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @MahavirSinghvii @RNamb @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd

India’s rise in the global technology ecosystem is a movement shaped by talent, innovation, and trust. During his Inaugural address at the Nasscom Global Confluence 2026, Rajesh Nambiar outlined the key shifts and opportunities for India to become the partner of choice for the global tech ecosystem: • Resilient supply chains and the AI and digital transformation wave position India as a hub for AI, semiconductors, and cybersecurity innovation. • India’s digital public infrastructure, powered by Aadhaar and UPI, is inspiring global partnerships and inclusive transformation across nations. • A thriving talent pool, robust startup ecosystem, and collaborative approach to tech governance strengthen India’s leadership. He highlighted that India’s global role transcends technology, rooted in shared values and aspirations to build a future of inclusive innovation and resilience. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @RNamb @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd

As global transitions reshape technology and trade, resilience, diversification, and inclusivity define India’s path forward. At the #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MEITY, highlighted India’s growing role in global digitization and realignment: • The digital economy is set to contribute 20% to GDP by 2030, driven by AI and transformative tech. • The India AI Mission is democratizing access to compute, models, and data, fostering innovation at scale. • As global trade shifts, resilience through diversification strengthens India’s position as a trusted tech partner. With a focus on inclusive progress, India continues to lead as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and growth. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @SecretaryMEITY @RNamb @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd

Connectivity is the new sovereignty. At #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026, Lt. Governor of Delhi, Shri Taranjit Singh Sandhu, reminded us that modern nations are built on invisible infrastructure : data, digital platforms, and the bold vision to deploy them at scale. India's DPI, UPI, AI Mission, and Semicon Mission aren't just policy initiatives. They are proof points of what technology-first governance looks like and with UPI now adopted in UAE, France, and Singapore, the world is building on India's blueprint. He emphasized that India’s transformative journey proves that connectivity and technology are essential assets for equitable growth and a progressive global digital future. #NasscomGlobalConfluence2026 #GlobalTech #Nasscom @RNamb @LtGovDelhi @shivendra_1969 @nasscomgtd