A 17-member delegation of leading UK technology companies specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors will visit Kolkata on November 18 and 19. This marks the United Kingdom’s first-ever trade mission to the city, focusing exclusively on the burgeoning technology sector in eastern India.
The delegation, organized by the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, aims to explore business opportunities and foster collaborations with Indian stakeholders in West Bengal and the broader eastern region. The visit includes companies such as Airnode, Inavya Ventures, VE3, Wootzano, and Pragmatic Semiconductor, among others. These firms represent expertise not only in AI and semiconductors but also in advanced robotics, data privacy management, legal tech, and venture investments.
Dr. Andrew Fleming, the British Deputy High Commissioner to East and Northeast India, highlighted the significance of the visit, saying, “This visit underscores the growing relationship between the UK and India in the tech space, especially in the East and Northeast India. Interactions with state governments and industry leaders will foster new partnerships and strengthen collaboration with the AI and semiconductor industries.”
The delegation’s visit will feature a series of events organized in collaboration with Nasscom and Asterix Innovations. Activities include roundtable discussions, business-to-business meetings, and networking sessions aimed at identifying opportunities for research, innovation, and investment. A tour of Kolkata’s Silicon Valley Hub is also planned, showcasing the state’s existing and upcoming IT infrastructure.
The British Deputy High Commission noted that this visit is a step towards enhancing UK-India ties in technology and paving the way for future joint ventures in emerging tech sectors.
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