| 0830 – 0930 hrs |
Registration & Networking |
| 0930 – 1030 hrs (60 mins) |
INAUGURAL SESSION
Beyond Borders: The Natural Alliance of South India and Asia The session will set the context for NAMASTE ASIA 2026, highlighting South India’s strategic position as a gateway to Asia. It will explore the region’s historical, economic and cultural linkages with South, Southeast and East Asia, and the opportunities to build stronger partnerships in trade, investment, technology, manufacturing, innovation and sustainable development. |
| TEA BREAK • 1030 – 1045 hrs | |
| 1045 – 1215 hrs (60 mins + 30 mins) |
SESSION I | SOUTH INDIA & SOUTH ASIA
Strengthening Regional Value Chains Bangladesh • Bhutan • Maldives • Nepal • Sri Lanka The session will examine the opportunities arising from South India’s geographic proximity and longstanding economic, cultural and maritime linkages with South Asia. It will explore how complementary economic strengths, emerging areas of opportunity and shared development priorities can be leveraged to expand trade, investment and business partnerships.
1045 – 1145 hrs — Industry Leaders’ Dialogue (60 mins)
1145 – 1215 hrs — Diplomatic Perspectives (30 mins)
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| 1215 – 1315 hrs |
SESSION II | SOUTH INDIA
South India’s Economic Boom: Unveiling Trade & Investment Opportunities Andhra Pradesh • Karnataka • Kerala • Puducherry • Tamil Nadu • Telangana A focused dialogue on South India’s investment proposition, highlighting manufacturing, electronics, automobiles, renewable energy, technology, logistics, healthcare, tourism and emerging industries. The session will showcase state-level opportunities, industrial ecosystems and infrastructure strengths, while examining avenues for international investment and partnerships across the region. |
| LUNCH & NETWORKING • 1315 – 1415 hrs | |
| 1415 – 1545 hrs (60 mins + 30 mins) |
SESSION III | SOUTH INDIA & EAST ASIA
Advancing Technology, Innovation & Industrial Excellence China • Japan • Republic of Korea • Hong Kong • Taiwan The session will focus on strengthening technology, innovation and investment partnerships between South India and East Asia, leveraging the complementary strengths of the two regions. Discussions will explore opportunities across advanced manufacturing, electronics, digital technologies, mobility, research and innovation, while examining avenues for technology collaboration, investment and deeper integration into regional and global value chains.
1415 – 1515 hrs — Industry Leaders’ Dialogue (60 mins)
1515 – 1545 hrs — Diplomatic Perspectives (30 mins)
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| TEA BREAK • 1545 – 1600 hrs | |
| 1600 – 1730 hrs (60 mins + 30 mins) |
SESSION IV | SOUTH INDIA & SOUTHEAST ASIA
Driving Manufacturing & Supply Chain Partnerships Brunei • Cambodia • Indonesia • Malaysia • Myanmar • Philippines • Singapore • Thailand • Viet Nam The session will examine how South India and Southeast Asia can deepen trade, investment and production linkages through ASEAN–India economic frameworks. Key areas will include global value chains, advanced manufacturing, electronics, digital economy, logistics, food processing, renewable energy and services, with a focus on market access and new avenues for cross-border partnerships.
1600 – 1700 hrs — Industry Leaders’ Dialogue (60 mins)
1700 – 1730 hrs — Diplomatic Perspectives (30 mins)
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*Draft agenda. Timings and sessions are subject to change.
Whether you are looking to expand into new markets, identify trusted partners, explore investment opportunities or drive technology collaboration, NAMASTE ASIA provides the platform to connect with the right stakeholders, forge strategic partnerships and unlock new opportunities across South India and Asia.
Preethi K
preethi.k@cii.in
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99528 65553