Summary of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

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1 Summary of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, which started in 2003 to rekindle the pace of investments in the state, has since established itself as one of the most important international business events in the country. Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit is an example of the visionary approach of the Government of Gujarat towards inclusive and sustainable development by ensuring policy coherence and effective investment promotion. Far from the regional investment fair that characterized the first Summit in 2003, the biennial Summit has today become a unique forum for exchanging ideas, sharing knowledge, networking, exploring business opportunities and signing cooperation agreements and partnerships, while setting the policy agenda for meeting some of the current global challenges. Having successfully organized seven constructive summits, Government of Gujarat, as part of its journey towards sustainable long-term growth and inclusive development is organizing the 8 th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit from the 10 th to 13 th of January 2017 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar. The central focus of the Summit is Sustainable Economic and Social Development. It will bring together heads of states and governments, ministers, leaders from the corporate world, senior policy makers, heads of international institutions and academia from around the world to further the cause of development and to promote cooperation. Vibrant Gujarat - Value Proposition Opportunity to interact with key policy makers, industry leaders, global thought leaders, regulators and renowned academicians from all over the world Opportunity to witness coherent deliberations between sector experts and global luminaries in an array of knowledge seminars during the Summit to comprehend evolving global sectoral trends Platform for SMEs to connect globally with potential partners to explore opportunities of collaboration and partnership Networking forums to foster interaction between stakeholders through B2B and B2G meetings An exhibition spread over 1,25,000 sq.mts with exclusive demo sessions showcasing the latest trends and technology, products and services across sectors Youtube: Schedule: MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 1

2 Gujarat has a strong position in the Indian Industry. Please refer to the diagram below. Focus Sectors Agri & Food Business ICT & Design Sustainable Development (Water, Waste management, Urban planning & Infrastructure; and Smart Villages) Ports & Maritime industry Life Sciences & Healthcare Machinery & Components (Automobile & heavy engineering) Renewable Energy MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 2

3 Focus for Participants Overview of all types of businesses within India (Only event of this large scale within India) and information on all sectors within India (State seminars giving regional sector information) We are providing Matchmaking to all our Dutch companies as per your intake request The Government of Gujarat will also provide B2B facilities on the 11 th January within the framework of this event (register directly) Participating as speaker to showcase your company s strength in the Thematic Seminars during the event (program on next page: contact NBSO Ahmedabad) Participate in Netherlands country Seminar Innovative & Sustainable Solutions from The Netherlands duration (90 min), to showcase the innovative technologies and solutions for sustainable developments (Agro-food, horticultural, environmental technology, smart solutions for urban development, smart villages, energy solutions, etc.) (Contact NBSO Ahmedabad: info@nbsoabad.org.in) Presence in the Country Pavilion: The Netherlands Stall. For presence (contact NBSO Ahmedabad: info@nbsoabad.org.in) Opportunity to meet worldwide delegates, Ministers & Prime Ministers of selected countries (including Indian Prime Minister) at inaugural session on the 10 th of January Opportunities to network with Government departments in relevant sectors and Information on upcoming projects in Gujarat Platform for signing Investment Intention (MoU) with Indian companies (contact for support from NBSO: info@nbsoabad.org.in) If you want to invest in Gujarat region, please register as an investor, please fill in the form online: ALL ARE REQUESTED TO REGISTER TO TAKE PART IN THE VIBRANT GUJARAT EVENTS. REGISTRATION IS COMPULSORY. MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 3

4 Delegation DRAFT PROGRAM Visit of Dutch delegations for Vibrant Gujarat th 13th January 2017 A delegation consisting of Dutch companies active in various top sectors in the Netherlands and high Government Officials from the Netherlands will attend Vibrant Gujarat 2017 a golden opportunity to meet entrepreneurs, Indian Government officials and potential business partners. Netherlands Business Support Office, Ahmedabad Amlan Bora, Chief Representative Jolly Joseph, Deputy Representative Vibrant Gujarat 2017 Program Monday, 9 th January DAY hrs Arrival of delegation, check-in to Hotel Crowne Plaza, Ahmedabad hrs Press Conference (Leader of the delegation) hrs Registration of delegation hrs Briefing Session to delegation on Vibrant Gujarat and the Dutch in India Venue: Hotel Crowne Plaza, S.G. Road, Near Shapath V, A bad hrs Networking Dinner organized by NBSO Ahmedabad and Embassy Venue: Hotel Crowne Plaza, Ahmedabad Tuesday, 10 th January DAY hrs Breakfast MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 4

5 hrs B2B meetings (Hotel Crowne Plaza) hrs Working Lunch hrs Registration of Delegates hrs Inaugural Function at Convention Hall, Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar hrs Global CEO Conclave (Only selected CEOs attend conclave) AND/OR Networking Dinners of individual associations (for NL delegates) Wednesday, 11 th January DAY hrs B2B meetings / Theme Seminars: hrs Lunch 1. International Development Finance 2. Innovation, Start-ups & Entrepreneurship 3. Manufacturing: Make in Gujarat Series (Sectors: Engineering, Heavy Engineering & Automotive, Aerospace & Defense, Electronics) hrs Country Seminar The Netherlands hrs 1.Ease of Doing Business Regulators as Facilitators 2. Business opportunities at International Financial Services Centre in India 3. Manufacturing: Make in Gujarat series (Sectors: Textiles, Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices, Food Processing) 1600 hrs Debriefing meeting with the Leader of the Delegation (Venue: Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar) 1700 hrs Departure for the Airport (Official delegation) MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 5

6 1900 hrs Networking event by local branch association (optional) OR 1900 hrs Khadi and Handloom wear Fashion show (Optional) Thursday, 12 th January DAY hrs B2B meetings / Theme Seminars: hrs Lunch hrs Valedictory Session 1. MSME Convention: Stand Up Gujarat 2. Inclusive Growth (Agriculture & Rural Economy) 3. Skilling and Human Capital 4. Smart Village program of Gujarat Government 5. Investment Plans of Public Sector Undertakings in India 1. Infrastructure & Logistics 2. Inclusive Growth (Health, Education, CSR) 3. Urban Development (Including Smart Cities, Affordable Housing) 4. Manufacturing: Make in Gujarat series (Sectors: Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Plastics, Biotechnology) Friday, 13 th January DAY 4 Dinner at own convenience hrs B2B meetings (Optional): If our companies require more B2B meetings, we shall organise on request. B2G Meetings (Optional): This is the day allocated for meeting with government. Saturday, 14 th January 2017 Day 5: Kite Festival in Ahmedabad Kite festival (Uttarayan) is a State Holiday in Gujarat. Entire Gujarat population celebrate this festival by flying kites and enjoy special menu of food on this day. A large number of MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 6

7 foreign guests visit during this period for celebrating it. For more information: MORE INFORMATION: & INDIA.NLAMBASSADE.ORG 7