Chairman ITPO, Former Ambassador of India to France and Monaco (2020-2024) former High Commissioner of India in Singapore 2016-2020

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The India–New Zealand FTA is now in effect! From 100% duty-free access for Indian exports to new opportunities in services, manufacturing and investment, the agreement marks a significant step towards stronger bilateral trade. #IndiaNewZealandFTA #IndianExports #GlobalTrade #Tradepedia @mygovindia @PMOIndia @PIB_India @DoC_GoI @PiyushGoyal @IndiainNZ @NZinIndia @JawedAshraf5
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At #sialparis2026, world’s leading food and agriculture exhibition, an Indian food startup pitches to an international audience. @ITPODesk works with @startupindia and others to give high exposure and opportunity to Indian startups at international exhibitions and conferences across multiple sectors.
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At #SIALparis, world’s largest food exhibition, where India is Partner Country, Namo Drone Didi Priyanka Rhushikesh Mohite from Nashik, sponsored by @ITPODesk, mesmerised audience with her confident presentation on how PM @narendramodi’s scheme is - bringing tech & precision farming to small farms - dramatically reducing water use for fertilizers - transforming lives & income of rural women
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
Paris got a taste of India, and this is just the beginning! Day 1 at #SIALParis2026 brought India’s food story to the forefront, with fresh ideas, exciting innovations and a vision for the future of food. The story continues, with more to discover and more to savour on Day 2! Stay tuned. #IndiaAtSIAL #SIALPARIS2026 #IndiaFeedingOurTomorrow #TasteOfBharat #ITPO @mygovindia @PMOIndia @PIB_India @DoC_GoI @PiyushGoyal @IndiaembFrance @FranceinIndia @JawedAshraf5 @sial_paris
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At #sialparis2026, high visibility and branding for India🇮🇳 by @ITPODesk - - only country to speak at the inauguration along with the French Minister - cover story in the SIAL magazine - signages and ads across the arena - media interviews and presentations on SIAL stage and more.
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At the #SIALParis inauguration today, in the presence of French 🇫🇷 Minister Anne Genevard, & international audience, spoke about - the new agricultural revolution in India, led by small farmers. - our diversity, resilience, sustainability, organic, innovation and self sufficiency - the rapid growth of food processing industry at global standards - new opportunities for Indian farmers and MSMEs in our FTAs - our SIAL theme ‘Feeding our Tomorrow’ 🇮🇳’s commitment to global food security. - in the UN International Year of Woman Farmer 2026 women-led innovation & tech driven farming is empowering rural women and transforming lives.
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At SIAL Paris, @ITPODesk and @APEDADOC providing a global platform for farm and food exports, investments in India’s food processing sector and showcasing the change towards innovation driven, sustainable, climate resilient, organic, women-led farming and dairy practices. India’s FTAs opens vast opportunities for exports that will benefit farmers and MSME sector.
#WATCH | Delhi: Jawed Ashraf, Chairman of the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), says, "SIAL, which is held in Paris every two years, is one of the largest fairs in the agriculture and food sector. This year, India will participate as a partner country, with a pavilion spanning over 2,000 square metres and featuring more than 150 exhibitors. The pavilion will showcase a wide range of products, from primary agricultural products such as rice to processed foods, ready-to-eat products and organic foods. It will represent both the agriculture and food processing sectors. Beyond the exhibition, India will undertake several promotional activities at SIAL this year. For the first time, the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), together with APEDA, is taking the lead in India's participation as a partner country, which comes with several privileges. India will participate in the inauguration of the fair to highlight the opportunities the country offers..."
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Foreign policy is aligned to the goal of Viksit Bharat@2047 with focus on trade, technology, investment, tourism, services and helping realise the opportunities of FTAs. @ITPODesk is pleased to curate training programme for our diplomats.
ITPO hosted a session on Trade & Economic Diplomacy for the 2011 Batch IFS officers at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, discussing global trade trends, export and investment opportunities, and the role of Indian missions in expanding market access and strengthening India’s integration into Global Value Chains. #TradeDiplomacy #TradeSession #IFS #BharatMandapam #ITPO @mygovindia @PIB_India @DoC_GoI @PiyushGoyal @JawedAshraf5
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My interview on @ndtv on the US Green Card decision, state of 🇮🇳🇺🇸relations and the reasons for the change.
#LeftRightCentre with @VishnuNDTV | Former Ambassador @JawedAshraf5 says the cumulative impact of restrictions on students, H-1B workers and green card applicants is beginning to weaken the people-to-people connections that have underpinned India-US ties for decades.
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
As Prime Minister @narendramodi reaches 25 years in executive office, it’s a moment to examine India’s energy journey & achievements under his stewardship   Clearly, India has now moved to the centre stage of global energy   My new op-ed for @EconomicTimes: m.economictimes.com/opinion/…   @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
Startup Policy Forum is excited to partner with Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) and India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), as the Thought & Content Partner for India's presence at the Singapore FinTech Festival 2026 taking place in November this year. Through the Singapore edition of our Startup Safari, SPF will bring leading and emerging Indian fintech founders to SFF 2026. We look forward to meaningful engagements with investors, financial institutions, policymakers and partners who can help them scale beyond borders. We will also help curate key sessions across the India programme. India has built digital finance at extraordinary scale. The next step is taking it global, into new markets and with new capital and partners. Singapore is a global financial centre, a gateway to Southeast Asia and one of India's closest economic partners, which makes it the natural next stop. This builds on our MoU signed between SPF and GFTN earlier this year at the Black Swan Summit India in Bhubaneswar. ITPO joins SFF 2026 as Grand Sponsor, anchoring India's presence under the theme SETU – India: A Bridge to the Future. Beyond the India Pavilion, India will feature across seven SFF stages through solo sessions, investor dialogues, masterclasses and the SFF Opening Reception. Reach out to us if you're keen to join our Startup Safari and participate in SFF 2026. @gftn_official @JawedAshraf5 @SPF_India @HCI_Singapore @ITPODesk @sgfintechfest
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
Honouring the spirit of Swadeshi that inspires us to take pride in what India makes and share it with the world. #GandhiJayanti #Swadeshi #MadeInIndia #IndiaToTheWorld @mygovindia @MyGovHindi @PMOIndia @PIB_India @DoC_GoI @PiyushGoyal @JawedAshraf5 @premjitlal
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An unforgettable conversation with Captain Smit, filled with pride and emotions.
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
Captain Smit Machchhar has shown the world the highest form of courage. Without fearing for his own life, he fought valiantly and prevented another 9/11 like attack from happening. 140 crore Indians salute Captain Smit and are praying for his well-being.
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
Captain Smit Machchhar is a HERO. In the face of the gravest danger and despite being seriously injured, he showed immense courage and an unwavering resolve to protect the lives of others. His valour helped save hundreds of lives and avert a great tragedy. India is proud of Captain Machchhar. Praying for his speedy recovery, renewed strength and good health.
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Joined Amb Kristensen @DenmarkinIndia in a session moderated by Amb @Ajaybis on India-Europe relations at the 13th Annual Forum of @PAFIIndia. The discussion highlighted the rich content & strong momentum in the partnership, including in defence & security, which is not often fully noticed. Geopolitics has added more urgency and priority on both sides.
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The upcoming EU-India FTA will also enhance Denmark-India trade and investments, boost access to technology and benefit Indian consumers 🇩🇰🇮🇳🇪🇺 Pleasure speaking about the importance of the FTA at @PAFIIndia’s annual forum in Delhi today together with former Indian ambassadors @Ajaybis and @JawedAshraf5
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Jawed Ashraf retweeted
Truly delighted to announce, along with my friend Mr. Todd McClay, New Zealand's Minister for Trade & Investment, joining virtually, that the India-New Zealand FTA will enter into force on 20th October 2026, on the occasion of Vijay Dashami. Highlighted the joint efforts of both sides throughout the negotiations & implementation process, under the leadership of PM @NarendraModi ji & NZ PM @ChrisLuxonMP, towards building a stronger & more ambitious economic partnership between our two countries. The Agreement will open up new opportunities for our businesses, exporters, farmers, MSMEs & professionals. It will provide duty-free access for 100% of Indian exports to New Zealand from the date of entry into force, facilitate $20 billion of investments into India & establish an Agriculture Productivity Partnership, bringing New Zealand's technology together with India's scale and growing demand. This FTA will serve as a strong foundation for a deeper, more dynamic & mutually beneficial partnership between India & New Zealand. 🇮🇳🇳🇿 @JitinPrasada 📖 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…
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A pleasure to host Nepal’s highly accomplished Finance Minister, @SwarnimWagle, on his maiden visit as Minister; With senior officials, media, heads of chambers, former Ambassadors and experts. At a pivotal moment of change and hope in Nepal, and in the midst of nature’s shocks, he outlined a new vision and ambitious agenda for 🇮🇳 🇳🇵partnership.
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Pleasure to deliver the keynote address on India-U.S. 🇮🇳🇺🇸 relations at the inaugural @orfonline- @MIT_SSP 🇮🇳🇺🇸strategic dialogue. Candid discussions on the history; current problems & underlying long term structural changes, tensions and limitations; India’s outlook & strategy in the new world; and, the need to reframe the relationship.
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