India and Poland Hold Bengaluru Business Forum to Expand Trade and Technology Cooperation

India and Poland are seeking to expand economic cooperation through stronger business links, investment and collaboration in advanced technologies, as Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s official visit to India concludes on Friday.

The India–Poland Business Forum in Bengaluru brought together business representatives and officials to explore opportunities for cooperation. Tusk’s delegation includes a large group of business leaders, reflecting the importance both countries attach to commercial engagement.

The visit follows discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tusk in New Delhi on October 22. The two leaders agreed to work towards doubling bilateral trade by 2030 and identified several areas for closer cooperation, including manufacturing, critical minerals, clean energy and advanced technologies.

Bilateral trade between the two countries currently stands at approximately US$6.3 billion. Indian investments in Poland are estimated at more than US$3 billion, while Poland offers Indian businesses access to markets in Central and Eastern Europe.

The leaders have also called for greater cooperation in artificial intelligence, semiconductors and quantum technologies. Stronger connections between companies, research institutions and start-ups could help develop new products, strengthen supply chains and create opportunities for investment.

Defence and space technology are also important areas of engagement. Both countries have expressed interest in expanding industrial collaboration and exploring opportunities for joint development and production.

The business forum provides a platform for companies to identify potential partners, discuss investment opportunities and examine practical ways to expand trade. Cooperation in renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, transport, engineering and critical minerals could support economic diversification in both countries.

The visit is part of the broader India–Poland Strategic Partnership, established in 2024. Both governments have emphasised the importance of regular high-level engagement and stronger institutional links to turn agreed priorities into practical outcomes.

The India–European Union trade relationship is another factor shaping the discussions. The two countries have expressed support for moving the India–EU free-trade agreement towards signing and implementation, which could create additional opportunities for businesses.

The latest engagements underline the shared interest in building a more diversified economic partnership. The next step will be translating discussions and proposed initiatives into concrete business agreements, investment and long-term cooperation.