The German-India Business Summit (GIBS) was a scheduled event focused on celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations through the lens of successful collaboration.

Below are the specific details from the agenda:

Event Overview

  • Date: Wednesday, October 13, 2021.
  • Location: Hamburg.
  • Time: 10:00 hrs – 13:00 hrs CET (14:30 hrs – 17:30 hrs IST).
  • Overarching Theme: “Celebrating 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations – Success stories of Indo-German collaboration”.

Objectives

  • Exchange success stories, challenges, and experiences of doing business in India and Germany.
  • Brainstorm strategies to advance economic relations in priority areas: energy, environment, and sustainable urban development.
  • Provide a platform for businesses to connect.

Key Speakers

  • Keynote Speakers: Mr. Dirk Wiese (MdB), Mr. Christian Hirte (MdB), Mr. Stefan Halusa (Indo-German Chamber of Commerce), Dr. B.V.R. Mohan Reddy (CYIENT), and Mr. Ajay Kumar Bhalla (Ministry of Power, Government of India).
  • Panel Participants: Representatives from organizations and companies including the German Renewable Energy Foundation (BEE), Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF), Suzlon Group, Siemens Energy, BMW India, Mercedes India, Wipro, and TCS.

Sessions and Format

The summit featured two main panel discussions and a state promotion segment:

  • Panel 1: Climate Change and Indo-German Energy Technology Cooperation.
  • Panel 2: Indo-German Success Stories – Experience sharing.
  • State Promotion: A dedicated session for an Indian state (either Rajasthan or Tamil Nadu) to promote itself.
  • Format: Each session included one keynote speaker and 3–4 panelists for 45 minutes.

Agenda Timeline

Time (CET)Activity
10:00 – 10:30Welcome and introductory remarks
10:30 – 10:451st Keynote address
10:45 – 11:301st Panel discussion
11:30 – 11:45State promotion
11:45 – 12:00Coffee break
12:00 – 12:152nd Keynote address
12:15 – 12:552nd Panel discussion
12:55 – 13:00Closing remarks