25th September 2025: A powerful exchange of ideas unfolded by the Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (IICCI) panel discussion on “Skills, Education & Human Capital for Tech Collaboration” held at Nehru Centre, Mumbai. Experts from India and Italy spotlighted the role of higher education, cross-border collaboration, and talent development in driving tech-led innovation.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Dr. Uday Salunkhe, Group Director, WeSchool, said, “In today’s BANI world, the role of skills and education extends far beyond traditional learning. It is about developing human capital that can adapt, innovate, and collaborate across borders. India’s vast tech talent, digital adoption, and entrepreneurial ecosystem, when combined with Italy’s deep expertise in design, manufacturing, and agri-food technologies, create a powerful opportunity. Such dialogues strengthen global partnerships and equip the next generation of leaders to drive sustainable innovation and inclusive growth.”
The panel brought together a distinguished line-up of speakers, including Mr. Alessandro Giuliani, Managing Director, SDA Bocconi Asia Centre; Mr. Alok Kumar, CEO, NSDC International, New Delhi; Prof. Rekha Singhal, Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai; Prof. Alessandro Biamonti, Rector’s Delegate for International Relations with India, Politecnico di Milano; and Prof. Venkata Santosh Kumar Delhi, IIT Bombay.
The dialogue brought forth synergies between India’s large tech talent pool, mass digital adoption, and robust startup ecosystem, and Italy’s deep expertise in design, advanced manufacturing, architecture, and agri-food technologies. The session offered actionable insights for academia, industry, and students alike, reinforcing the power of global partnerships in shaping the future.
