India Deeply Engaged With Major Economies on All Fronts, Says Vaishnaw at Davos

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw clarified that while India is deeply engaged with major economies, the World Economic Forum in Davos is primarily for sharing ideas and panels, not for formal delegation-to-delegation trade meetings. The progress of the Indian economy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership has become a key topic of discussion among global leaders at the event. India is being promoted at the forum as one of the world's fastest-growing renewable energy markets, with Minister Pralhad Joshi urging global investment. The 2026 meeting brings together thousands of participants to set priorities through dialogue on global issues.

Key Points: India's Global Economic Engagement at Davos 2026

  • India in constant touch with world powers
  • Davos is a forum for ideas, not formal trade talks
  • Indian economy's progress a top debate
  • India combining tech with fair growth
  • Pitched as top renewable energy market
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India "deeply engaged" with major economies on all fronts, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw details India's deep engagement with major economies at WEF Davos, highlighting growth under PM Modi's leadership.

"They are deeply engaged with all the major economies on practically all fronts at this point in time. - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Davos, January 21

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday said that while India is in constant touch with major world powers, the World Economic Forum is primarily a forum for sharing ideas rather than for formal group-to-group trade meetings.

On being asked if India will be having a meeting with the US delegation, Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "The format of Davos is a format where we generally do panels and bilaterals. The trade meetings take place according to the country's own schedules and negotiations. They are deeply engaged with all the major economies on practically all fronts at this point in time. This is not the forum in which we meet delegation to delegation."

The progress of the Indian economy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become a top subject of debate among world leaders in Switzerland. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday (Indian Standard Time) shared that the Indian team is present at all major meetings to explain how the country is combining modern technology with fair growth for all citizens.

The 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum is being held from January 19 to 23, 2026, at Davos-Klosters, welcoming nearly 3,000 participants from over 130 countries, including a record number of world leaders, CEOs, innovators and policymakers, under the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue."

World leaders from government, business, civil society, and academia will convene in Davos to engage in forward-looking discussions on global issues and set priorities. The call for bold collective action makes the meeting particularly relevant. India is Pitched as One of the World's Fastest-Growing Renewable Energy Markets at Davos. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi urges global investors to partner with India in its rapid clean energy expansion at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see India confidently engaging on the world stage. The focus on renewable energy partnerships is crucial. Hope these dialogues translate into real investments and jobs back home, especially in smaller cities.
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Rohit P
While it's great to see our ministers at Davos, I hope the "spirit of dialogue" also means listening to concerns from our own citizens about economic disparities. The growth story is impressive, but let's ensure it's truly "for all citizens" as stated.
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Sarah B
As an investor watching from London, India's pitch at Davos is compelling. The clarity that formal trade talks happen elsewhere is actually reassuring—it shows a structured, professional approach. The renewable energy market potential is massive.
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Vikram M
Bilaterals and panels are where the real networking happens. This is smart diplomacy. We are no longer just participants; we are shaping the conversation on growth and technology. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
"Modern technology with fair growth" – this should be the mantra for every policy. Hope the ideas shared at Davos filter down to improve digital infrastructure in rural areas too. The engagement is good, but implementation is key.

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