The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, emphasized that India remains an appealing destination for global capital due to its strong macroeconomic fundamentals and investor base. Speaking at an event in San Francisco, he highlighted SEBI’s commitment to a transparent regulatory framework and India’s resilience in the face of global economic fluctuations. Pandey stressed India’s openness to global capital and the efforts to simplify access for foreign investors.
The interactive session, organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Consulate General of India (CGI), aimed to engage with global investors and venture capital leaders. Discussions revolved around investment opportunities and the evolving economic partnership between India and the US. Pandey also mentioned recent initiatives to streamline Foreign Portfolio Investor (FPI) processes and enhance market integrity.
Consul General of India in San Francisco, K. Srikar Reddy, highlighted India’s rapid economic growth supported by ongoing reforms and a thriving startup ecosystem. He emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships with US investors to aid India’s development goals. Reddy noted the current bilateral trade volume between India and the US and the shared objective of reaching $500 billion by 2030.
Ramakrishnan Mukundan, CII President Designate and Tata Chemicals Managing Director and CEO, stressed the necessity of collaboration between government, industry, and global capital to sustain India’s growth trajectory. He underlined the significance of global partnerships, particularly with the US, in fostering innovation and creating sustainable value. Mukundan reiterated Indian industry’s commitment to enhancing collaboration for mutual growth.
The session witnessed constructive dialogues between investors and policymakers, focusing on simplifying regulatory processes, improving cross-border investment frameworks, and enhancing support for deep-tech ventures. The discussions also highlighted the need for digitalization in onboarding and compliance systems to facilitate smoother operations and growth opportunities.
