The Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up for a major international push to attract foreign capital, with plans to participate in the prestigious World Economic Forum annual meeting in 2026. The state delegation will be present in Davos, Switzerland, from January 19 to 23, 2026, aiming to position UP as a top-tier destination for global investors.
Delegation and Key Focus Areas
The high-level delegation is expected to be led by the state's Finance Minister, Suresh Khanna, and the Industries Minister, Nand Gopal Gupta 'Nandi'. They will be accompanied by officials from Invest UP, the state's nodal agency for investment promotion. A primary focus for the team will be to market Uttar Pradesh as a prime location for establishing Global Capability Centres (GCCs), which are offshore units of multinational corporations.
This initiative is a direct effort to build upon the momentum generated by the highly successful UP Global Investors Summit 2023. The government's official document states that the WEF participation is a continuation of its proactive investment facilitation measures.
Showcasing UP's Growth Story to the World
The delegation plans to present a compelling narrative of Uttar Pradesh's industrial transformation to a global audience comprising international investors, industry leaders, diplomats, and policymakers. The strategy involves a multi-pronged approach:
The state will highlight its improved ease of doing business, transparent governance frameworks, and commitment to time-bound project implementation. The core objectives are to strengthen investor confidence and significantly enhance UP's brand visibility on the international stage.
To ensure a professional and impactful presence, Invest UP has initiated the process to hire a specialized agency to manage the state's branding and logistics at the forum. Officials believe this will help create a visually engaging environment that effectively reflects the progress of the state's investment initiatives.
Structured Engagements and Future Prospects
The engagement plan at Davos includes curated branding sessions, investment-focused presentations, multimedia showcases, and crucial bilateral meetings. A key component will be facilitating structured interactions between global investors and the senior government leadership.
These meetings are designed to explore fresh investment opportunities across Uttar Pradesh's priority sectors. The overarching goal is to demonstrate the state's firm commitment to fostering sustainable and inclusive industrial growth, moving beyond mere promises to showcase tangible progress and a receptive policy environment.
