Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has kicked off a pivotal visit to Sweden, aiming to strengthen economic ties and explore new growth opportunities. This trip follows a successful visit to Switzerland, where discussions centered on advancing the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement. In Sweden, Goyal will co-chair the Indo-Swedish Joint Commission and hold high-level bilateral talks to align trade strategies with India’s long-term economic goals.
Key highlights of the visit include an India-Sweden Business Leaders’ roundtable and talks with major Swedish companies like Ericsson, Volvo, and IKEA. The focus areas span advanced manufacturing, green tech, and sustainable solutions—sectors where Sweden excels. These discussions underline India’s push for innovation-driven partnerships as it moves toward its $5 trillion economy target.
Goyal’s agenda also includes engaging with the Indian diaspora and addressing the media, reinforcing people-to-people connections. The visit underscores the growing synergy between India and Europe, transforming strategic commitments into tangible economic collaborations. With a spotlight on resilience and shared growth, this tour sets the stage for deeper Indo-Swedish cooperation.