Ahead of Vibrant Summit 2027: Gujarat CM meets global business leaders in New York to drive investments in AI, fintech, and nuclear energy
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel met global leaders in New York for investment opportunities. He discussed AI strategies and student skilling with Kyndryl's Global Head of Delivery. BlackRock's Senior Managing Director explored asset management and GIFT City collaborations with the Chief Minister.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel met with global business leaders in New York ahead of Vibrant Summit 2027. During his US visit, Patel engaged in discussions with Xerxes Cooper, Global Head of Delivery at Kyndryl, and Samara Cohen, Senior Managing Director at BlackRock. Cooper expressed interest in collaborating with the Gujarat State Government on AI strategies, student and startup skilling, and mentorship.
Patel emphasized Gujarat's emergence as a preferred investment destination for sectors such as semiconductors, electronics, digital infrastructure, AI, data centers, and advanced manufacturing. Cohen briefed Patel on BlackRock's expertise in asset management, digital investment platforms, risk management, and infrastructure investment, highlighting the potential for a partnership with India's growing economy.
Patel also discussed GIFT City's potential as a global hub for ETFs and asset management, inviting BlackRock to expand its services in the region. Discussions with Holtec International, a nuclear power equipment provider, centered on strengthening Gujarat's nuclear technology and production ecosystem through potential partnerships.
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