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India Hosts Global Economic Cooperation 2026 to Forge Multipolar World Pathways

India will host the Global Economic Cooperation 2026 summit in Mumbai this February, convening senior policymakers, global CEOs, and institutional leaders. The event, organized by the Future Economic Cooperation Council with government partners, will focus on practical cooperation in infrastructure, technology, energy, and supply chains. A key aim is to address global economic fragmentation and shape pathways for stability in a multipolar world. The summit will also launch an Emerging Leaders Circle in collaboration with top academic institutions to engage future business leaders.

Key Points: Global Economic Cooperation 2026 Summit in Mumbai

  • Infrastructure financing
  • Resilient supply chains
  • Advanced manufacturing & tech
  • Energy transitions
  • Multipolar economic diplomacy
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Global Economic Cooperation 2026 to boost infra financing, resilience of supply chains

India hosts global summit on infrastructure, supply chains & tech cooperation. Leaders to discuss economic diplomacy in a multipolar world.

"The global economy is entering a decisive decade where economies need to protect themselves against the threats of fragmentation, protectionism, and uncertainty - Priyam Gandhi-Mody"

Mumbai, Jan 16

India is set to host the Global Economic Cooperation 2026 to examine how economic diplomacy, cooperation, and capital alignment must evolve in an increasingly multipolar world, the Future Economic Cooperation Council said on Friday.

Senior policymakers, global CEOs, investors, and leaders of multilateral institutions from India and abroad are expected to attend the event, set to convene in Mumbai from February 17.

With structured engagement across infrastructure financing, advanced manufacturing, technology systems, energy transitions, and resilient supply chains, the event will underscore cooperation beyond trade.

High-level plenaries and closed-door dialogues will focus on economic corridors, investment partnerships, digital connectivity, ESG frameworks, and the governance of emerging technologies, which are areas now central to economic sovereignty and global stability.

Future Economic Cooperation Council (FECC), a non-profit platform, will convene the meeting in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Government of Maharashtra, a statement said.

"The global economy is entering a decisive decade where economies need to protect themselves against the threats of fragmentation, protectionism, and uncertainty," said Priyam Gandhi-Mody, Director, Future Economic Cooperation Council.

Through Global Economic Cooperation 2026, India is stepping forward to convene governments, investors, and industry leaders to shape practical pathways for cooperation across capital, infrastructure, technology, and energy that reflect the realities of a multipolar world and our shared responsibility for global prosperity, said Gandhi-Mody.

On the third day of the summit, GEC 2026 will also see the launch of the Emerging Leaders Circle, a dedicated platform engaging young business minds and future business leaders through curated panels and discussions on global economic change and innovation.

The Emerging Leaders Circle will be convened in collaboration with leading academic institutions, including the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) and Columbia University.

"Envisaged as an annual convening, the forum will bring together ministerial leadership, sovereign and institutional investors, and CEOs from critical sectors including infrastructure, logistics, ports, clean energy, AI, fintech, and advanced manufacturing," the statement said.

- IANS

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Sarah B
The emphasis on "cooperation beyond trade" is crucial. In a fragmented world, dialogues on digital connectivity and ESG frameworks are the real building blocks for sustainable growth. Hoping for concrete action plans, not just more talk.
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Priya S
Love the inclusion of the Emerging Leaders Circle with IIMs and Columbia! Engaging young minds is how we build a future-proof economy. Finally, a global forum that isn't just for the usual suspects. More power to the young business leaders!
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Rohit P
Good step, but I hope this leads to actual on-ground projects and financing, especially for our MSME sector. We've seen many summits with grand statements. The proof will be in the pudding—let's see the deals that are signed.
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Michael C
The focus on advanced manufacturing and AI is spot on. For India to be a true global manufacturing hub, partnerships in technology transfer and skill development are key. This summit could be a catalyst if the right players are at the table.
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Kavya N
While the intent is great, I'm concerned about the "closed-door dialogues." For true economic sovereignty, the process needs more transparency. How will the outcomes benefit the common citizen? We need clear communication on that.

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