Vizag to Host Major Global Investment Summit

Visakhapatnam is set to host the 31st edition of the CII Partnership Summit 2026 on November 12 and 13. The event is organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in association with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and hosted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

The summit, which has been held since 1995, serves as a platform for global economic engagement, bringing together government representatives, industry leaders, investors and international institutions.

Participation from 58 Countries Expected

According to the organisers, the summit is expected to attract delegates from 58 countries, including around 16 overseas ministers and 40 international speakers.

The tentative list of speakers includes Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan and Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. International participants are expected to include representatives from global institutions and diplomatic missions.

Focus on Trade, Investment and Emerging Technologies

The summit will feature discussions on several areas shaping the global economy, including:

• International trade and investment

• Global value chains and supply-chain resilience

• Geoeconomics and international cooperation

• Technology, innovation and future industries

• Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies

• Clean energy and sustainable growth

The event is expected to facilitate dialogue and networking between governments, businesses and potential investors.

Preparations Underway in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary G. Sai Prasad reviewed preparations for the summit on November 2. The State government is working with the organisers to coordinate arrangements for the international event.

The summit is expected to provide Andhra Pradesh with an opportunity to showcase its investment potential and strengthen business partnerships with international stakeholders.

Valedictory Session

The valedictory session is scheduled to be attended by Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, according to the report.