India, Mexico discuss technological cooperation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman leds talks in Guadalajara as India and Mexico seek to deepen bilateral collaboration in trade, technology, and innovation

October 18, 2024

The meeting, organised by the Mexican Association of the Information Technology Industry and Tata Consultancy Services, aimed to enhance collaboration in technology and innovation

Global technology leaders, including representatives from major Indian IT companies, participated in discussions to boost bilateral cooperation

Sitharaman paid tribute to industrialist Ratan Tata at the Tata Consultancy Services headquarters in Mexico following his passing on 9 October

India and Mexico are exploring further collaboration in trade, investment, technology, and innovation sectors

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the Tech Leaders Roundtable in Guadalajara, Mexico, leading discussions on “Strengthening Technological Cooperation between India and Mexico.” Organised by the Mexican Association of the Information Technology Industry and Tata Consultancy Services, in collaboration with the Embassy of India and the Department of Economic Affairs, the roundtable brought together global technology leaders.

The discussions focused on boosting collaboration in technology and innovation to expand bilateral cooperation between India and Mexico. Major Indian IT companies operating in the region participated in the roundtable, as both countries aimed to explore new avenues for partnership.

During her visit, Sitharaman paid tribute to industrialist Ratan Tata at the Tata Consultancy Services headquarters in Mexico. Ratan Tata passed away on 9 October due to age-related issues. The Finance Minister honoured his contributions to industry and philanthropy.

Sitharaman arrived in Mexico on Thursday for an official visit from 17 to 20 October. Her schedule includes meetings with political and business leaders from various Guadalajara and Mexico City sectors, where discussions will centre around trade, investment, technology, innovation, and digital public infrastructure (DPI).

The Ministry of Finance emphasised that this visit marks India and Mexico’s growing economic and trade relations. Both nations seek to deepen their partnership through these engagements, enhancing trade and investment ties across various sectors.

Source: Business Standard

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