Bloomberg New Economy Forum

October 14, 2026 12:38 PM

India not a ‘middle power’ but a power in the middle: EAM Jaishankar at Bloomberg New Economy Forum

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday said India was not comfortable being described as a 'middle power', arguing that the country's population, economic size and growth potential made the term limiting. Speaking at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, EAM Jaishankar said countries in the middle of the global power structure would increasingly need to assess their own interests, formulate independent policies and build arrangements with one another. "More than a middle power, in a w...

October 14, 2026 10:29 AM

India plans 20-25-year roadmap to reduce critical technology dependencies: Ashwini Vaishnaw

India is planning a long-term roadmap spanning 20 to 25 years to reduce critical technology dependencies and strengthen its resilience against global disruptions, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum. Emphasising that India aims to become a trusted partner in global technology supply chains rather than pursue complete self-sufficiency, the minister said the country was identifying strategic areas where excessive dependence on other nations could make its e...

October 14, 2026 12:01 AM

PM Modi Meets Former UK PM Rishi Sunak at Bloomberg New Economy Forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former UK PM Rishi Sunak at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi on Tuesday. Rishi Sunak congratulated Prime Minister Modi on completing 25 years in public service and commended his commitment, work ethic and energy. He also highlighted the strengthening India-UK relationship, particularly in trade, technology and artificial intelligence (AI). In a post on X, Sunak said: “Prime Minister @narendramodi great to see you in New Delhi today. Congratulation...

October 13, 2026 4:46 PM

‘India offers reliability amid global uncertainty’: PM Modi at Bloomberg New Economy Forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India offered reliability and stability amid global uncertainty, calling for technology, innovation and economic strength to be used to empower people and create opportunities across countries. Addressing the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi, being held in India for the first time, PM Modi outlined a vision of “Power to Empower”, emphasising collaboration, inclusive growth and the sharing of capabilities. “The real question is not who ...