ird edition of the India-US Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit, set to take place on September 9-10, 2024. This event is being held in collaboration with Stanford University’s Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation and the Hoover Institution.
Under the theme “Harnessing Investment Opportunities to Enhance Cross-Border Defence Innovation Ecosystems,” the summit will emphasise the pivotal role of private investment in driving advancements within the defence sector. According to a post on X, the Forum expressed excitement about this collaboration, highlighting the summit’s goal to bolster US-India defence innovation ties.
Attendees will include prominent defence policymakers from both Washington and New Delhi, aiming to deepen technological partnerships and advance defence innovation. The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and roundtable sessions addressing key topics such as enhancing defence technology partnerships, funding innovation, and building resilient supply chains.
The summit will also host a cutting-edge INDUS-X Tech Expo, showcasing the latest technologies from defence and aerospace startups and companies. This expo is expected to attract venture capitalists, academics, accelerators, and technology professionals from the Bay Area.
