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Members from AMCHAM’s Information & Communication Technology (ICT) and #Defense Committees engaged with Ms. Daniela Rojas Medina, Digital Policy Specialist from the Office of Digital and #EmergingTechnology Services, U.S. Department of Commerce. The discussions centered on advancing the initiative on Critical and #EmergingTechnologies (iCET), with particular emphasis on technological cooperation and defense industry collaboration. U.S. industry representatives based in India contributed valuable insights on emerging technologies, especially artificial intelligence, addressing implementation strategies, market opportunities, and regulatory frameworks. This strategic engagement marked another milestone in strengthening the U.S.-India technology partnership through the iCET framework, reinforcing both nations' commitment to accelerating cooperation in critical and emerging technologies. Prabudh Sharma Raytheon | Kishore Balaji Desikachari IBM | Ankur Malhotra Honeywell | Tabrez Ahmad Dell Technologies | Wg Cdr Rajiv Anand (Retd) AMCHAM India | Pranav Mishra AMCHAM India | Ashmita Sethi Pratt & Whitney | Urmi Tat Salesforce | U.S. Commercial Service | Nikika Aggarwal

In the transition from GCCs (global capability centers) to GVCs (global value centers), the shift is clear: value creation is at the forefront of this evolution. GVCs are no longer just about operational efficiency — they are key drivers of #market diversification, #innovation, and #sustainable solutions. From creating value in the #ESG space to promoting start-up culture, GVCs are catalyzing positive change across industries. Talent, especially diverse and inclusive talent, is now the deciding factor in shaping the future. Promoting #workforce participation, especially women’s inclusion, is building a more resilient, reliable supply chain. Through co-creation and co-innovation, we are not only optimizing processes but also fostering an enabling environment that supports #IPR, #data protection, and inclusivity at every level. It’s about creating value for society while contributing to the growth of economies. Eminent Panelists: Mr. Santosh Kulkarni, Chairman – GCC Committee, AMCHAM and Managing Partner & Global Leader - Global Capability Centres BU, IBM Mr. Richard Kemmling CPA, CIPM, CGMA, MBA, Partner and Country Head, ACA Group Mr. Arun Shetty, Senior Director – Solutions Engineering, India & SAARC, Cisco Mr. Ram (Ramaprasad) Subramaniam, Vice President & GCC Lead, Qualcomm, Mr David Jea Minister Counselor for Economic Affairs at U.S. Embassy New Delhi U.S. Department of State Ms. Shalini Pillay, India Leader - Global Capability Centres, KPMG India #GCCtoGVC #ValueCreation #Innovation #MarketDiversification #Sustainability #TalentDevelopment #Inclusion #ESG #CoCreation #StartUpCulture #FutureOfWork #WomenInLeadership

AMCHAM India was honored to curate a high-impact panel ‘Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructures in India: Securing the Future of Cloud, Finance, and Interconnected Technologies’ at Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024! With 800M+ Indians connected to the internet, this crucial dialogue focused on securing India's expanding technological landscape across cloud computing, financial services, hardware manufacturing, and telecommunications. Distinguished speakers included: • Mr. Prem Nithin R, Director Sales-Emerging Business, Fortinet • Mr. Kiran Kumar, Chief Architect-Global Cyber Recovery Solution, Dell Technologies • Mr. Samir Kumar Mishra, Head-Security Business, Cisco India & SAARC • Ms. Mrudul U., India Lead-Cyber Security, Visa • Ms. Mehnaz Ansari, Sr. Regional Representative-South Asia/Indo Pacific, U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) • Mr. Nikhil Kulkarni, Partner, Zinnov We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Karnataka, particularly to Shri M.B. Patil, Hon'ble Minister for Large & Medium Industries, Shri Priyank M Kharge, Hon'ble Minister for IT/BT, and Ms. Dr. Ekroop Caur, IAS, Secretary, Department of Electronics, IT/BT, for providing this platform under BTS 2024. IT BT Department, Karnataka #USIndiaPartnership #Cybersecurity #DigitalIndia #BTS2024 #AMCHAM

Stakeholder Consultation with Ms. Gunjan Krishna IAS, Commissioner for Industrial Development & Director of Industries & Commerce, Government of Karnataka An engaging and productive discussion with AMCHAM members focusing on Karnataka's draft Industrial Policy 2024-2029, which emphasizes growth drivers, economic value addition, employment generation, and emerging technologies. Aligned with the vision of enhancing ease of doing business, fostering public-private partnerships, and strengthening logistics infrastructure, the policy includes a pioneering single-window digital portal to streamline processes. Ms. Krishna encouraged AMCHAM's collaboration in refining this initiative. She also highlighted the Karnataka Investors Meet scheduled for February 12-14, 2025, inviting AMCHAM to actively participate, showcasing diverse avenues of engagement. Mr. Anshuman Appanna, Regional Director - Karnataka Chapter, AMCHAM, Mr. Amarpal Singh Chadha, Partner, EY Mr. Vinod Jakati, National Manager - PACS, Karnataka, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, Mr. Sumit Gupta, Co-Chairman – GCC Committee, AMCHAM and VP Digital Technology, Cargill Ms. Ranjana Khanna, Director General CEO, AMCHAM, Ms. Shobha Mishra Ghosh (she/her), Director – Govt. Affairs and Policy, India & South Asia, GE HealthCare, Ms. Priya Menon, Executive Director & General Counsel, 3M India Limited, Mr. Sujit Kumar Pattanaik, Head of Finance – India & South East Asia, The Timken Company Mr. Avishrant Keshava, CFO, The Timken Company

Watch this space for expert views from Shalini Pillay, KPMG India as she moderates a panel on '#GCCs to #GVCs (AMCHAM) at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024 on Thursday, 21 November! AMCHAM India #BTSUnbound #BengaluruTechSummit #BreakingBoundaries

Fortifying the future! The India-US Tech Conclave at #BTS2024 presents ‘Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure in India.’ Gain insights into cutting-edge technologies and collaborative strategies to ensure India’s infrastructure stays secure and future-ready. Join AMCHAM India on November 21st at Bangalore Palace, World Stage 2 for an exciting deep dive into innovation and the #USIndiaPartnership during AMCHAM India’s sessions at Bengaluru Tech Summit Partnering with the Government of Karnataka, AMCHAM India highlights its commitment to driving technology innovation and strengthening the U.S.-India partnership in one of Asia’s most dynamic tech hubs. The two AMCHAM sessions on World Stage 2 include: - #CyberSecurity in Critical Infrastructure: This session will focus on the critical importance of robust cybersecurity to safeguard infrastructure in an increasingly interconnected world. - GCCs to GVCs: Transforming #GlobalValueChains: Explore how the transition from global capability centers (#GCCs) to global value centers (#GVCs) is transforming global value chains and driving cross-border #collaboration. AMCHAM India is committed to advancing a tech ecosystem that fosters #sustainablegrowth, secure connectivity, and opens new opportunities for #investment, #innovation, and collaboration between the U.S. and India. Don’t miss these thought-provoking sessions at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024 — join the conversation to shape the future of #technology and global partnerships! #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #bengalurutechsummit Nikhil Kulkarni Vishak Raman Kiran Kumar Samir Kumar Mishra Mrudul U. Mehnaz Ansari Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Ruchi Bindal IT BT Department, Karnataka

Evolving centers into value drivers, don’t miss ‘GCCs to GVCs: Global Value Centers’ at the India-USA Tech Conclave, #BTS2024. Engage with industry leaders redefining GCCs as engines of global innovation and value. Join AMCHAM India on November 21st at World Stage 2, Bangalore Palace for an exciting deep dive into innovation and the #USIndiaPartnership during AMCHAM India’s sessions at Bengaluru Tech Summit Partnering with the Government of Karnataka, AMCHAM India highlights its commitment to driving technology innovation and strengthening the U.S.-India partnership in one of Asia’s most dynamic tech hubs. The two AMCHAM sessions on World Stage 2 include: - #CyberSecurity in Critical Infrastructure: This session will focus on the critical importance of robust cybersecurity to safeguard infrastructure in an increasingly interconnected world. - GCCs to GVCs: Transforming #GlobalValueChains: Explore how the transition from global capability centers (#GCCs) to global value centers (#GVCs) is transforming global value chains and driving cross-border #collaboration. AMCHAM India is committed to advancing a tech ecosystem that fosters #sustainablegrowth, secure connectivity, and opens new opportunities for #investment, #innovation, and collaboration between the U.S. and India. Don’t miss these thought-provoking sessions at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024 — join the conversation to shape the future of #technology and global partnerships! #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #bengalurutechsummit Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Ruchi Bindal IT BT Department, Karnataka Shalini Pillay Santosh Kulkarni Richard Kemmling CPA, CIPM, CGMA, MBA Arun Shetty Ram (Ramaprasad) Subramaniam David Jea

Fortifying the Future! The India-US Tech Conclave at #BTS2024 presents “Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure in India.” Gain insights into cutting-edge technologies and collaborative strategies to ensure India’s infrastructure stays secure and future-ready. Become a delegate and engage in the conversations that will reshape the future: https://bit.ly/3YNGhXI #BTSUnbound #BreakingBoundaries #bengalurutechsummit Nikhil Kulkarni Vishak Raman Kiran Kumar Samir Kumar Mishra Mrudul U. Mehnaz Ansari Priyank M Kharge Dr. Ekroop Caur Ruchi Bindal IT BT Department, Karnataka STPI - Software Technology Parks of India Startup Karnataka Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) Kris Gopalakrishnan Kiran Mazumdar Shaw Prashanth Prakash Jagdish Patankar Arvind Kumar AMCHAM India

#Technology adoption is the need of the hour and students are leading the way! It's not just about meeting domestic demands but positioning India as a global hub of skills. With government-led industry collaborations and forums, fostering #skilling at scale to drive innovation and growth. Ms. Tulika Pandey Scientist G and Group Coordinator Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Government of India