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Kerala to Pitch Responsible Investment Model at Davos 2026, Led by Minister Rajeeve

A high-level Kerala delegation led by Industries Minister P. Rajeeve will participate in the World Economic Forum in Davos to position the state as a premier destination for sustainable and high-tech industries. The mission focuses on promoting Kerala's model of "Responsible Investment and Responsible Industry," aligning with the 2026 forum theme. The state will have an exclusive space in the India Pavilion to showcase its transition to an Industry 4.0 compliant, knowledge-based economy. The delegation aims to attract global investors by highlighting how operating in Kerala ensures automatic compliance with international ESG standards.

Key Points: Kerala Showcases ESG Investment Model at Davos 2026

  • Promote Kerala's responsible investment model
  • Align with WEF's "Spirit of Dialogue" theme
  • Showcase Industry 4.0 & knowledge-based ecosystem
  • Highlight automatic ESG compliance for investors
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Kerala to showcase responsible investment model at Davos; Minister P Rajeeve to lead delegation

Kerala's delegation at Davos 2026, led by Minister P Rajeeve, will promote the state as a global hub for responsible, high-tech, and sustainable industry.

"At Davos, we will highlight how Kerala is fusing technology, talent, and collaborative ecosystems to reap economic dividends while balancing development with ecological sensitivity. - Minister P Rajeeve"

Kochi, January 17

Positioning Kerala as a premier global destination for sustainable and high-tech industries, a high-power delegation led by Industries Minister P. Rajeeve is set to participate in the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, from January 19 to 23, 2026.

The six-member delegation, which includes Chief Secretary A. Jayathilak and Additional Chief Secretary A.P.M. Mohammed Haneesh, aims to build on the momentum of the state's recent industrial reforms and the success of the Invest Kerala Global Summit.

The Minister stated that the mission will focus on solidifying Kerala's identity as a hub for "Responsible Investment and Responsible Industry," aligning with the WEF 2026 theme, "A Spirit of Dialogue".

Minister Rajeeve emphasized that by operating in Kerala, global investors automatically comply with international Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards due to the state's uniform ESG-focused identity for PSUs.

The state has been provided an exclusive space within the India Pavilion at Davos to showcase its transition to a knowledge-based, Industry 4.0 compliant ecosystem, he said.

"At Davos, we will highlight how Kerala is fusing technology, talent, and collaborative ecosystems to reap economic dividends while balancing development with ecological sensitivity," said Minister Rajeev.

The World Economic Forum (WEF) will convene its 56th Annual Meeting in Davos from January 19 to January 23, 2026, bringing together nearly 3,000 leaders from more than 130 countries at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension, economic uncertainty and rapid technological transformation.

Held under the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue," Davos 2026 seeks to provide an impartial platform for global leaders from government, business and civil society to reconnect, rebuild trust and explore collaborative solutions to challenges that increasingly transcend borders.

The meeting builds on the Forum's mission to improve the state of the world through public-private cooperation, continuing a tradition that for more than five decades has positioned Davos as a central venue for shaping responses to global crises and long-term structural change.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in sustainable finance, I'm impressed. The claim that operating in Kerala ensures automatic compliance with international ESG standards is bold. If true, it could be a massive differentiator for global investors looking at India.
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Vikram M
Good move, but the proof will be in the pudding. We need to see actual big-ticket investments materialize on the ground, not just MoUs signed abroad. The focus on Industry 4.0 is crucial for job creation for our educated youth.
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Priya S
Proud to see my state taking center stage! Balancing development with ecological sensitivity is what makes Kerala unique. Hope they highlight our strides in IT, tourism, and ayurveda as part of the knowledge economy. All the best to the delegation! 🙏
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Rohit P
While the intent is good, I hope this isn't just another expensive foreign trip. The "uniform ESG-focused identity" sounds great on paper, but what about the practical challenges industries face with regulations and infrastructure? A more transparent roadmap would help.
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Michael C
Interesting to see an Indian state branding itself this way on a global platform. The "Spirit of Dialogue" theme fits well with Kerala's societal model. If they can successfully fuse talent and tech as stated, it could be a blueprint for other regions.

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