During her official visit to Mexico, Union Minister of Finance, Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman, addressed the Tech Leaders Roundtable in Guadalajara, emphasizing the vast potential for collaboration between Mexican firms and Indian startups. Her speech underscored the advantages of India's business-friendly policies, encouraging Mexican companies to explore partnerships with Indian startups and academic institutions in sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities.

Ms. Sitharaman’s visit to Mexico aims to deepen bilateral economic relations between the two nations, particularly in areas where both economies can leverage each other's strengths. She pointed out that India and Mexico, both being large emerging markets, face similar challenges and opportunities. By collaborating, both countries can bolster their economic growth and technological advancement, paving the way for a stronger future.

She praised Mexico’s success with nearshoring, a practice that has allowed multinational companies to reduce risks, facilitate talent exchange, and enhance supply chain resilience. The minister highlighted how India could benefit from Mexico's experience in this regard, particularly in sectors where both countries share common interests. By developing partnerships between multinational companies and local firms, there is ample opportunity for economic growth, knowledge exchange, and innovation.

Her post on the social media platform ‘X’ reiterated the ongoing transformation in India, as the country works towards achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, which seeks to make India a developed nation by its 100th year of independence. The government's focus on creating a sustainable, inclusive, and technologically advanced economy was a key message throughout her address.

Ms. Sitharaman also referred to key budget announcements from earlier in the year, which emphasized the creation of Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in India, particularly focusing on AI in healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities. She suggested that India and Mexico could explore joint ventures in these sectors, leveraging India’s expertise in AI technologies and digital innovation. By pooling resources, the two countries could drive innovation in critical areas that impact both economies.

One of the central themes of her speech was Responsible Capitalism. She emphasized that as large economies, India and Mexico have responsibilities beyond merely fostering growth. Both countries need to focus on bridging gaps, ensuring that economic growth translates into opportunities for all citizens. This requires a balanced approach where capitalism aligns with social responsibility, ensuring that economic benefits reach all segments of society.

During the roundtable discussion, Ms. Sitharaman encouraged Mexican firms to actively engage with Indian startups, emphasizing the opportunities created by India's pro-business environment. She mentioned that India’s startup ecosystem, now the third-largest in the world, has vast potential to drive innovation and solve complex global problems. The collaboration between Indian startups and Mexican companies can help both countries in areas such as technology, healthcare solutions, agriculture innovation, and smart city initiatives.

Her remarks were well received by the audience, which included leading business figures from both Mexico and India. The Minister’s speech came at a critical juncture, with both countries keen on strengthening their economic ties and exploring new avenues of cooperation.

As part of her official visit, Ms. Sitharaman is scheduled to hold bilateral discussions with Mexico’s Finance Minister, Mr. Rogelio Ramirez de la O, to further explore ways in which both countries can enhance their economic cooperation. These talks will likely focus on expanding trade, boosting investment flows, and encouraging technology transfers between the two nations.

In addition to the discussions with her Mexican counterpart, Ms. Sitharaman will also engage with members of the Mexican Parliament, aiming to promote parliamentary cooperation and foster deeper political ties between the two democracies.

The ongoing dialogue between India and Mexico reflects the shared aspirations of both nations to build a future based on economic resilience, technological innovation, and social responsibility. Both countries stand to gain from strengthened partnerships, particularly in sectors that will shape the future economy, such as AI, sustainable development, and healthcare innovation.

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This visit marks an important step towards fostering economic cooperation and building a collaborative future, with India and Mexico set to unlock new growth opportunities through technological innovation and shared expertise.