Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the 10th edition, showcasing India as a stabilizing force and economic engine on the global stage
IN a significant moment for global diplomacy and economic discourse, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit on Wednesday 10th Janauary 2024. The event took place at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, and was graced by the presence of United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, along with various other leaders.
The summit, scheduled from 10th to 12th January 2024, marks a celebration of “20 Years of Vibrant Gujarat as the Summit of Success.” Prior to the inauguration, PM Modi engaged in a two-day visit to Gujarat, engaging in bilateral meetings with world leaders and holding discussions with CEOs of top global corporations.
The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit boasts the participation of 34 partner countries and delegates from over 130 countries. This extensive representation underlines the event’s stature as a platform for international collaboration and economic discourse.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized India’s role as a “pillar of stability, a trusted friend, and a partner committed to people-centric development.” He highlighted India’s multifaceted global role, including being a voice for the global good and a tech hub for solutions.
Singapore played a significant role as a partner country at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024. At the summit, a dedicated Singapore Pavilion was set up to showcase the strong presence of Singapore companies in the state. This pavilion featured nine companies, including DBS, Sembcorp, YCH, and Blue Planet, operating in diverse sectors such as finance, renewable energy, waste management, and logistics. These companies also planned to increase their investments in Gujarat.
Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, led a delegation of officials and almost 100 business delegates to the VGGS. He delivered the opening remarks at the Singapore Seminar, held on January 10, 2024, where he discussed potential areas of mutual benefit between Gujarat and Singapore, including space collaboration and investment in new zones like GIFT City and the Dholera Special Investment Region.
The Singapore Seminar also featured a fireside chat with business leaders, focusing on partnership and collaboration for a greener, brighter future. CEOs from prominent Singapore companies like Sembcorp Industries, Meinhardt EPCM Group, and Blue Planet Group participated in this panel discussion.
Additionally, several new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between Singapore companies and the Government of Gujarat. These MoUs underscored Singapore’s ongoing interest and confidence in seizing new opportunities in the state. The Singapore Business Federation, as the apex business chamber in Singapore, was entrusted by the Singapore Government to organize Singapore’s country pavilion at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show and Singapore’s country seminar at the VGGS. The presence of Singapore in the summit highlighted the strong investment ties and collaboration potentials between Singapore and Gujarat, reflecting a shared commitment to sustainable development and economic growth.
