NEW DELHI, March 22, 2025 – Nasscom successfully hosted the inaugural Global Confluence 2025 at the Hotel Shangri-La, New Delhi, bringing together prominent policymakers, industry leaders, and global stakeholders to strengthen international collaborations and drive the future of technology and innovation.
The event, centered around the theme “Forging Global Alliances for Tech Leadership,” served as a critical platform to foster engagement between Indian technology companies, the government, and international counterparts. It aimed to deepen understanding of global market opportunities and accelerate tech services exports to key international regions.
Government Leadership at the Forum
The forum was graced by Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India (GOI), who delivered a keynote address on driving the growth of service exports, with a specific focus on the tech sector. During the event, Shri Goyal also honored the winners of the SME Inspire Awards, which were announced alongside the forum.
A key address was also delivered by Shri Jitin Prasada, Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Electronics & IT, GOI, who emphasized India’s commitment to fostering global trade alliances and technology-driven cooperation.
Announcing Strategic Initiatives
In alignment with its strategic goal to enhance global collaborations, Nasscom launched the Global Country Councils at the event. This initiative aims to deepen ties with key markets through direct engagement with global technology leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders. These councils will act as high-impact platforms to foster innovation, align policies, and create opportunities for trade and investment. Additionally, the councils will advocate for policies that support innovation, workforce mobility, and skill development, positioning India’s tech ecosystem as a leader in the global digital transformation.
Key Industry Insights and Addresses
The forum also included engaging discussions and addresses from prominent industry figures, including:
*Shri Rajesh Agarwal, Additional Secretary, Department of Commerce, GOI
*Felix Neugart, CEO, NRW Global Business
*Dr. Manas Human, CEO, Nagarro
*Diego Morales, Secretary of State, Indiana, USA
*Rajesh Nambiar, President, Nasscom
These sessions highlighted the importance of cross-border partnerships and the role of technology in driving economic growth.
Rajesh Nambiar, President of Nasscom, emphasized the need for global collaboration:
“In today’s interconnected world, no country or company can innovate alone. Strong alliances, shared expertise, and trusted technology partnerships will form the foundation of the next era of global tech leadership. Nasscom is committed to fostering cross-border partnerships that will drive innovation, economic growth, and digital transformation.”
Event Highlights
The forum also featured several impactful sessions:
*Technology & Geopolitics Panel: Diplomats and industry leaders discussed how global power dynamics influence technology, featuring H.E. Philip Green OAM, High Commissioner of Australia to India; H.E. Dr. Philipp Ackermann, Ambassador of Germany to India; Ambassador Arun Kumar Singh, Former Ambassador of India to the U.S.; and H.E. Lindy Cameron CB OBE, British High Commissioner to India.
*AI and the Future of Intelligent Systems: A fireside chat with Shri Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, MeitY (India AI Mission), GOI, followed by a panel with industry experts discussing AI’s transformative impact across industries.
*Indo-German Technology Corridor: A discussion led by Felix Neugart, CEO of NRW Global Business, on driving growth in the European market through collaboration among businesses, governments, and academia.
*Academic Partnerships for Innovation: A session featuring experts from University of New South Wales, Atlassian, Tech Mahindra, and Investment NSW on the role of academia in scaling businesses globally.
*Global Market Strategies: Panels that explored expansion opportunities in key markets including Germany, Australia, ASEAN, and the U.S., featuring insights from investment and business experts.
*Navigating the U.S. Market: A session dedicated to policy shifts, regulatory trends, and strategies for Indian companies entering the U.S. market, with contributions from TCS, USISPF, Datafoundry, and others.
