FM Nirmala Sitharaman meets 3M CEO; explores expansion in advanced manufacturing and R&D
The talks focused on expanding 3M’s India footprint through advanced manufacturing, R&D and local supply chains, the Finance Ministry said.
- On Monday, Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in South Carolina for G20 finance track meetings, received by India's Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra at Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.
- Sitharaman met with 3M Chairman and Chief Executive Officer William Brown to deepen the multinational company's engagement with India, exploring how Indian talent and manufacturing could serve regional innovation and global supply chains.
- Brown noted, "There are many opportunities present for development of technology, as well as local markets," while acknowledging India's government support for structural reforms and the country's deep talent pool.
- The minister held high-level talks with American business leaders, including ADM Chief Financial Officer Monish Patolawala, Shield AI President Brandon Tseng, and Hyatt President Mark Hoplamazian, covering defence, hospitality, and agriculture sectors.
- United States goods and services trade with India totalled USD 239.6 billion in 2025, up 12.1 per cent from 2024, while the U.S. goods trade deficit with India surged 27.8 per cent to USD 58.4 billion.
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Times of IndiaFM Nirmala Sitharaman meets 3M CEO; explores expansion in advanced manufacturing and R&D
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met 3M Chairman William Brown to discuss India's manufacturing and innovation growth. They assessed institutional priorities, including data security and talent pool engagement. Brown acknowledged India's deep talent pool and government policy support for operations.
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LatestlyUnion Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrives in South Carolina ahead of slated participation in G20, associated meetings
Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in South Carolina and was received by India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Kwatra.
Indian Finance Minister Sitharaman Promotes India As Global Hub For Manufacturing And Innovation - South Asian Daily
New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday called on 3M to deepen its investments in research and development, advanced manufacturing and local supply-chain development in India as she pitched the country as an increasingly important hub for technology, innovation and global manufacturing. Taking to the social […] The post Indian Finance Minister Sitharaman Promotes India As Global Hub F…
Sitharaman makes a strong pitch for India as a global manufacturing hub in Chicago - The Canadian Media
IBNS-CMEDIA: Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday addressed leading investors and business leaders in Chicago, pitching India as a long-term investment and manufacturing destination. Following the meeting, Sitharaman said in a social media post that she highlighted India’s broad-based economic growth, ongoing reform momentum and expanding opportunities for long-term investment. The key focus of
New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday urged US multinational company 3M to increase investment in research and development (R&D), advanced manufacturing and local supply chain development in India. She said India is rapidly emerging as an important hub for technology, innovation and global manufacturing and offers immense opportunities for global companies. The Finance Ministry said on…
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