The highly anticipated INDUS-X Summit is set to take place on February 20-21, 2024, in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in the collaborative efforts between India and the United States in defense innovation. Organized by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, and Department of Defence (DoD), United States, in conjunction with the U.S.-India Business Council and Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM), the summit aims to drive strategic technology partnerships and defense industrial cooperation between the two nations.
Key Highlights of the Summit
Organizers and Partners:
- Organised by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, and Department of Defence (DoD), United States.
- In conjunction with the U.S.-India Business Council and Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM).
Purpose and Objectives:
- Aimed at driving strategic technology partnerships and defence industrial cooperation between India and the USA.
- To explore and capitalise on emerging opportunities in defence innovation.
Participants:
- Defence innovation stakeholders from governments, academic and research organisations, investors, defence start-ups, technology incubators, industry associations, and other start-up enablers.
Key Outcomes:
- Advancing defence innovation and collaboration between India and the United States.
- Setting the stage for future technological advancements and strategic partnerships.
- Stimulating cross-national science and technology networks.
- Building connective tissue between domestic entrepreneurs, markets, skilling institutions, government labs, and investment capital for successful innovation ecosystems.
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