Communication
Publications
Shaping the Future of Work: How Digital Platforms are Creating Sustainable Opportunities in the Gig Economy
The AMCHAM-Uber report ‘Shaping the Future of Work: How Digital Platforms are Creating Sustainable Opportunities in the Gig Economy’ highlights the emerging future of work scenario in the gig economy through digital platforms and imperatives required to provide a policy and regulatory framework for its sustained growth that safeguards the fundamental rights of gig workers. The report was released on September 30th at ‘Tech-Scape Telangana’ in Hyderabad by Mr. D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister, Information Technology, Electronics & Communications; Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana.
Enhancing the U.S.-India Collaborative Landscape in Artificial Intelligence
AMCHAM’s knowledge report ‘Enhancing the U.S.-India Collaborative Landscape in Artificial Intelligence’ was released on September 30th at ‘Tech-Scape Telangana’ in Hyderabad by Mr. D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister, Information Technology, Electronics & Communications; Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana. The report highlights opportunities for U.S. and Indian technology partnerships in artificial intelligence (AI), current engagement of U.S. companies in AI for skilling in India and strategies to become future ready to create a skilled workforce prepared to thrive in the AI-powered emerging global landscape.
Partners in Progress: U.S. Industry in India
AMCHAM released Partners in Progress: U.S. Industry in India on August 8th at AMCHAM’s 32nd Annual General Meeting in New Delhi. The publication showcases 58 member organizations that continue to embrace opportunities contributing to India’s growth story. U.S. industry recognize that access to quality education helps to break the cycle of generational poverty, contributes to business growth and builds strong economies. They have well-planned, researched and strategic approaches to CSR with robust monitoring mechanisms to measure the impact of their efforts. From CSR to R&D to women’s empowerment to rural healthcare, together, U.S. industry in India will continue to be partners in progress!
Making India the Global Food Hub
The report provides an overview of the evolving food demand trends in India and the agriculture sector’s response to these evolving demand trends. It highlights India’s innate potential to become the global food hub, identifies specific bottlenecks hindering growth, and suggests select interventions that, if implemented will significantly boost sustainable growth and development of the Indian food and agriculture sector.
Together for Good: A Photo Exhibition of CSR Activities of U.S. Industry in India
AMCHAM, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy, released Together for Good: A Photo Exhibition of CSR Activities of U.S. Industry in India on November 3rd with AMCHAM’s Honorary President, Ambassador Eric Garcetti. The exhibition features 104 member organizations, showcasing the contribution and impact of U.S. industry in community development across the country.
U.S. India Defence Partnership: Co-Production & Co-Development
The defence industries of U.S. and India closely collaborate to create advanced weaponry and equipment, benefiting defence capabilities, economic growth, and job creation through co-development and co-production by sharing best practices, advanced research, and cutting-edge technologies, fostering a culture of innovation in both nations’ defence establishments. You can read AMCHAM’s report highlighting such successes here.
Enhancing Last Mile Connectivity: The Silicon Valley of India
AMCHAM and Uber released the report in the presence of Sri D. K. Shivakumar Hon’ ble Deputy Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka during AMCHAM’S Signature Event GLOBAL TECH CITY: BENGALURU on 18th August on Enhancing Last Mile Connectivity: The Silicon Valley of India. This report serves as a clarion call to Bengaluru, Karnataka, and the nation at large to harness the collective imagination, determination, and innovation that reside within their boundaries. Through concerted efforts, visionary policies, and a commitment to sustainable development, Bengaluru can emerge as a model for global cities of the future – where economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social harmony intertwine seamlessly, lighting the path towards a better tomorrow.
Innovative Technologies & Therapies And The Last Mile Delivery Initiatives by
During AMCHAM’s Healthcare Summit, the Medical Device Committee members of AMCHAM released a report focusing on Innovative Technologies & Therapies and the last mile delivery initiative carried out by their organizations. The primary objective of the report is to highlight the best practices of member companies in the medical sector, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the different aspects of healthcare access, quality, and innovation. The report includes inputs from Bausch + Lomb, BD, Boston Scientific, GE HealthCare , Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, Providence, Stryker & Teleflex.
The India Edge: U.S. Industries Catalysing the Growth Trajectory
AMCHAM and KPMG released this report in the presence of Mr. Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India at AMCHAM’s 31st Annual General Meeting on May 4th in New Delhi. India today stands at a global vantage point. The world’s most populous country with an increasingly open economy and a strong technology sector has demonstrated the potential to operate at scale with skill. The energies and aspirations of its industries and citizens, coupled with the investor friendly reforms are helping drive its near-term ambition of becoming the third largest economy by the turn of this decade.
Future of Urban Mobility
A world-class infrastructure is the way to achieve a $5 trillion economy, as envisaged by the Government of India, and the policies of the government aimed to transform transport planning are playing a pivotal role to encourage amalgamation of technology in transportation to provide safe and efficient transport solutions across the country. Zero emission mobility platforms to achieve carbon neutrality by bringing in the EV policy and integrated solutions create seamless experiences to passengers for the first and last mile connectivity. These laudable initiatives culminate in aiding the ease of living.
Capability Deck: Sustainable Initiatives
AMCHAM’S Agriculture & Food Processing Committee members prepared a capability deck on Sustainable Initiatives undertaken by their respective organizations. The deck showcases member companies’ best practices in agriculture and food sectors. It aims to promote sustainability as a way forward and motivates companies to take a more sustainable approach towards development. The deck includes inputs from Agilent, Beam Suntory, Cargill India, Coca-Cola, Hershey, International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), John Deere, Kellogg, Mondelez India & PepsiCo.
Global Capability Centers: Powering the Growth of Indian Commercial Real Estate
AMCHAM India in partnership with Cushman & Wakefield launched a report, Global Capability Centers – Powering the Growth of Indian Commercial Real Estate at the AMCHAM India GCC Summit 3.0; Future-proofing U.S.-India Partnership. Key take aways from the report: How GCCs in India will be a key cohort driving major transformation in the Indian Real Estate space. Not only would they usher in fresh demand for high quality spaces, they will be catalyst for change towards sustainable buildings, innovation at work, and upgrading of wellbeing quotient. India is set to embrace a host of GCC occupiers looking to exploit its large digital ecosystem, tech talent pool, and resilient economy.
Strengthening American Business and Investment in the Indo- Pacific
AMCHAM India in partnership with Cushman & Wakefield launched a report, Global Capability Centers – Powering the Growth of Indian Commercial Real Estate at the AMCHAM India GCC Summit 3.0; Future-proofing U.S.-India Partnership. Key take aways from the report: How GCCs in India will be a key cohort driving major transformation in the Indian Real Estate space. Not only would they usher in fresh demand for high quality spaces, they will be catalyst for change towards sustainable buildings, innovation at work, and upgrading of wellbeing quotient. India is set to embrace a host of GCC occupiers looking to exploit its large digital ecosystem, tech talent pool, and resilient economy.
Ease of Doing Business 2.0: Accelerating Transformation for India @100
The knowledge paper highlights how the U.S. and India have had a natural, trusted, and strengthening partnership which is now well-positioned to support India’s Amrit Kaal vision and aspirations. Mr. Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce & Industry, Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution & Minister of Textiles, Government of India, released this knowledge paper at AMCHAM’s 30th AGM on April 21st, 2022.
Presentation on Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme: Opportunities for U.S. Companies
Presentation on the PLI scheme by Mr. Rajeev Dimri, Partner, National Head for Tax – KPMG in India, and Mr. Waman Parkhi, Partner, Indirect Tax – KPMG in India for AMCHAM members at the webinar on March 16th 2022