The European Union and India concluded the first EU–India Tech Business Forum in New Delhi this week, bringing together more than 100 companies as both sides expanded engagement in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, cybersecurity, digital governance, and digital public infrastructure under the EU–India Trade and Technology Council (TTC).
The gathering brought policymakers, technology companies, industry organizations, investors, and innovation leaders onto a common platform focused on practical business opportunities. Rather than centering the agenda on policy announcements, the forum concentrated on strengthening industry participation and identifying areas where companies from both regions can work more closely together.
Business Leaders Join the Agenda
The forum brought together more than 100 companies from India and across the European Union, strengthening industry participation in the EU–India technology agenda.
Companies engaged directly with policymakers and technology leaders to examine opportunities in advanced technologies and digital sectors. The event also provided a platform for businesses to share priorities, identify challenges, and explore future partnerships across rapidly evolving technology markets.
The TTC serves as the primary platform for cooperation between India and the European Union on trade, trusted technologies, connectivity, and emerging digital challenges. Therefore, the business forum added a stronger industry dimension to an already expanding technology relationship.
Focus on AI and Semiconductors
Artificial intelligence emerged as a major area of interest throughout the event. Companies explored opportunities related to trusted AI systems, innovation ecosystems, and technology deployment across different industries.
Semiconductors also remained high on the agenda as industry representatives examined opportunities to strengthen supply chains and encourage greater cooperation across the chip ecosystem. Semiconductor cooperation remained a priority as both sides examined opportunities across supply chains, technology development, and future industry partnerships.
Officials and business leaders used the forum to identify areas where collaboration can support technology development, research partnerships, and future commercial opportunities.
Strengthening Digital Infrastructure
Cybersecurity received significant attention as companies and policymakers examined digital security challenges affecting businesses, institutions, and critical infrastructure.
Digital governance and data-related issues also formed an important part of the agenda. Participants exchanged views on creating secure digital environments that support innovation while maintaining trust and reliability across digital systems.
Digital public infrastructure remained another important topic. India’s large-scale digital platforms and Europe’s experience in digital regulation provided a foundation for exploring future cooperation in digital services and technology frameworks.
Business-Led Engagement
A key outcome of the forum was the stronger involvement of industry in the EU–India technology relationship. Businesses were given a direct platform to engage with policymakers, technology leaders, and innovation stakeholders working across strategic sectors.
However, the forum was not centered on announcing a major agreement or investment package. Instead, the emphasis remained on creating stronger connections between companies, research institutions, and decision-makers who will shape future cooperation under the TTC.
Together, India and the European Union account for roughly a quarter of the world’s population and a significant share of global economic activity. Technology, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and semiconductor capabilities are becoming increasingly important to economic competitiveness. Therefore, closer engagement between businesses and policymakers has gained greater importance for both sides.
AI, semiconductors, cybersecurity, digital governance, and digital public infrastructure remained at the center of the forum’s agenda. Companies, policymakers, and technology leaders left New Delhi with a clearer framework for future engagement, giving the EU–India technology partnership a more practical business focus under the Trade and Technology Council.