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Experts Cite India’s Growth and Infrastructure as Investor Draws
Experts met in New Delhi to talk about the world economy.
They said India may be attractive to investors because its economy is growing and its infrastructure is expanding.
They also said India is becoming more trusted internationally.
Erik Berglof noted that government support can help people and businesses during difficult times, but keeping it up for too long can strain public finances.
Experts also discussed climate change, which affects many countries.
Juliano Assuncao said countries need to work together to address it.
The speakers said economic choices are increasingly connected to geopolitics.
The conclave brought researchers and policymakers together to discuss these issues.
Experts at the Kautilya Economic Conclave 2026 said India’s strong growth prospects, expanding infrastructure and international credibility are attracting global investors.
The three-day conclave in New Delhi brought together economists, policymakers and experts to discuss global economic challenges.
Erik Berglof said India had built strong economic momentum since the Covid-19 pandemic, while warning that prolonged government support could strain public finances.
Juliano Assuncao said climate change is a shared global risk requiring international cooperation, with India and Brazil able to contribute to solutions.
John Gibson and Kazuto Suzuki highlighted the conclave’s role in policy dialogue and the growing influence of geopolitics on economic and investment decisions.
- Who
- Economists, policymakers and experts, including Erik Berglof, Juliano Assuncao, John Gibson and Kazuto Suzuki.
- What
- Participants discussed global economic challenges and India’s appeal as an investment destination.
- Where
- New Delhi, India.
- When
- Sunday, during the three-day Kautilya Economic Conclave 2026.
- Why
- To discuss challenges including geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, energy security, climate risks and changes in the international economic order.
Potential benefits
Risks and challenges
Government support during disruptions
Potential benefits
Government measures can cushion households and businesses from the effects of global disruptions.
Risks and challenges
Erik Berglof cautioned that prolonged support could put pressure on public finances.
Economic resilience and global risks
Potential benefits
International cooperation can help address shared risks, including climate change; India and Brazil could contribute to solutions.
Risks and challenges
Energy supply, trade and global supply chains face risks amid heightened uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.
Key facts
- Event
- Kautilya Economic Conclave 2026
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Duration
- Three days
- Investment factors cited
- Strong growth prospects, expanding infrastructure and growing international credibility
- Key global risks discussed
- Geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, energy security, climate risks and supply-chain risks
- Climate Policy Initiative
- Brazil-based organization led by executive director Juliano Assuncao
Quotes
Juliano Assuncao
Executive director of Brazil-based Climate Policy Initiative
“India’s growth prospects are strong and the country has achieved impressive economic momentum since the Covid-19 pandemic.”
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“Climate change is not an issue for any single country and addressing it will require international cooperation.”
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Sources
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