India and China Renew Business Dialogue in Shanghai to Deepen Economic Ties

• Indian and Chinese industry leaders met in Shanghai to strengthen trade, investment, and technology cooperation.

• Talks were hosted by the Indian Consulate with FICCI leading the Indian delegation.

• India highlighted reforms under Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat.

• Focus sectors: advanced manufacturing, green tech, digital economy, healthcare, infrastructure.

• Emphasis on supply chains, PLI schemes, and sustained B2B partnerships.

Representatives from Indian and Chinese industries convened in Shanghai last week to explore ways to expand economic engagement, with detailed discussions centered on boosting trade, increasing investment flows, and advancing cooperation in technology-driven sectors.

The meeting, organized by the Consulate General of India in Shanghai, brought together a delegation from the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), headed by its President Anant Goenka, alongside leading figures from the Chinese business community.

Speaking at the gathering, Consul General Pratik Mathur underscored the progress India has made under its long-term development frameworks, including the visions of Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat. He outlined how India’s structural reforms and policy initiatives are reshaping the country’s economic landscape and strengthening its global competitiveness.

Mathur emphasized that India’s efforts to build robust and diversified supply chains, streamline regulatory processes, and enhance digital public infrastructure are creating new avenues for international collaboration. He pointed to the government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) programs as a catalyst for expanding manufacturing capabilities and attracting global investors seeking reliable production bases.

Highlighting regional synergies, the Consul General noted that Eastern China—recognized for its leadership in advanced manufacturing and innovation—offers complementary strengths that could align with India’s industrial ambitions. He suggested that partnerships between enterprises in both regions could accelerate the development of integrated industrial ecosystems, facilitate cross-border investments, and foster joint technological innovation.

Mathur also provided an overview of India’s sector-specific advantages and reaffirmed FICCI’s role in connecting Indian businesses with international counterparts. He stressed the importance of structured engagement between industry bodies to ensure sustained dialogue and practical outcomes.

The discussions identified several priority areas for collaboration, including high-end manufacturing, renewable and green technologies, the digital economy, healthcare services, and infrastructure development. Participants acknowledged the mutual benefits of strengthening institutional linkages and expanding business-to-business interactions between companies in India—currently the world’s fastest-growing major economy—and enterprises across China.

According to a statement released by the Consulate, the interaction facilitated in-depth exchanges on concrete measures to enhance commercial ties. Delegates expressed keen interest in translating dialogue into actionable partnerships aligned with India’s growth trajectory and broader integration into global markets.

The Shanghai meeting reflects continued efforts by business communities on both sides to explore pragmatic avenues for cooperation, even as broader geopolitical dynamics evolve. By focusing on shared economic priorities, industry leaders signaled their intent to build durable partnerships grounded in trade, innovation, and long-term investment.