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GIFT City Forges Global Alliances at Davos 2026 to Fuel India's Financial Hub

A high-level delegation from Gujarat's GIFT City engaged in pivotal meetings with global corporate leaders on the opening day of the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. The discussions focused on attracting investment and forging long-term partnerships by highlighting the city's advanced regulatory environment and infrastructure. Leaders emphasized that GIFT City acts as a crucial gateway for channeling international capital and capabilities into India's growing economy. The delegation's presence aims to solidify India's recognition as a global economic power with a sophisticated financial services hub.

Key Points: GIFT City's Davos 2026 Push for Global Investment & Partnerships

  • Strategic meetings with global finance giants
  • Focus on investment and knowledge exchange
  • Showcasing regulatory and infrastructure strengths
  • Positioning as India's gateway for global capital
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GIFT City delegation strengthens global ties at WEF 2026 with high-profile meetings

GIFT City delegation at WEF 2026 meets global giants to drive investment, showcasing India's premier financial gateway and regulatory framework.

"enhance the global outreach of GIFT City and will lead to new investments and collaborations. - IFSCA & GIFT City Leaders"

Davos, January 20

The Gujarat International Finance Tec-City delegation made a significant impact on the opening day of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland. In a series of high-level strategic interactions, the delegation engaged with senior leadership from a diverse array of global giants, including Euroclear, Egon Zehnder, Lulu Financial Holdings, Marsh McLennan, and HCL-Software. These meetings mark a pivotal step in GIFT City's mission to solidify its position as a premier global financial and technology hub.

According to a post highlighting the first day's achievements, the delegation also held discussions with the World Economic Forum, APCO Worldwide, Qualcomm Inc., Invesco, Laurel Strategies, and AB InBev. The focus of these dialogues remained centred on the vast opportunities for investment within GIFT City and the potential for long-term partnerships through knowledge exchange. By engaging with these industry leaders, the delegation aims to facilitate global capital flows and showcase the city's cutting-edge regulatory framework and world-class infrastructure.

The impact of these interactions is expected to go beyond mere dialogue, as they are set to "enhance the global outreach of GIFT City and will lead to new investments and collaborations." Leaders representing the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) and GIFT City leadership emphasised that the city serves as a critical "gateway for capital and capabilities into India."

In an interview given to ANI, GIFT city's group CEO Sanjay Kaul emphasised the integral role the international financial services centre plays in India's ascent as a top global economy.

Highlighting the strategic importance of representing India on a global stage, Kaul noted that Davos serves as a premier platform to engage with C-suite executives and business leaders from the world's most influential companies.

"We see it as a very important forum where two things. One is we bring to the world the financial services centre of India, number one. Number two, as well as what is it that is on offer here in India, and how can you come and set up business," he said.

He further elaborated that this presence is vital for the national perspective, ensuring that India is recognised globally as a legitimate economic power with a sophisticated financial services hub.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great to see proactive diplomacy. But I hope the focus isn't just on foreign investment. We need to ensure Indian startups and SMEs also get a fair chance to benefit from this infrastructure. The "gateway" should work both ways.
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Rohit P
Davos is the right stage for this. Perception matters so much in global finance. When CEOs of top firms hear about our regulatory framework directly, it builds trust. More power to the delegation!
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Sarah B
As someone working in fintech, this is very encouraging. A strong GIFT City means more high-quality jobs and knowledge transfer. Hope they also discussed sustainable finance and green bonds – that's the future.
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Vikram M
Good step. But let's be real, the proof will be in the pudding. We've heard big promises before. I'll celebrate when I see these MoUs actually converting into concrete projects and FDI numbers rising.
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Kavya N
This is about national branding. For too long, the world saw India only for IT services or back offices. GIFT City positions us as a sophisticated financial centre. Proud moment!

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