Ireland-India Partnership Strengthened as Irish Minister James Lawless Concludes Landmark Trade and Education Visit

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Left to right : Kanishk Kumar – Vice President IDA, Minister James Lawless, Abhijit Tannirwar – Head Global Mobility at Zensar, Tanaz Buhariwalla – Director South Asia, IDA

As Ireland continues to expand its global partnerships, Hon. Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, James Lawless, has successfully concluded a high-impact visit to India, marking a new chapter in the deepening ties between the two nations.

Over the course of his engagements in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, Minister Lawless met with government leaders, business executives, and academic institutions to explore synergies in research, education, trade, and innovation. The visit, aligned with Ireland’s St. Patrick’s Day outreach, not only celebrated longstanding connections but also laid the groundwork for new collaborations, including key investment discussions, MoUs between universities, and the expansion of Irish enterprises into India’s dynamic market.

The Minister also participated in high-profile events such as the Raisina Dialogue, contributed to discussions on migration, education, economic growth, and cultural connectivity, underscoring Ireland’s strategic role in fostering global partnerships. His participation as a distinguished speaker backed Ireland’s commitment to collaborative policymaking and international engagement, further highlighting Ireland’s strengths as a global hub for education, technology, and foreign investment.

A significant outcome of the visit was the strengthening of trade and investment links between Ireland and India. Minister Lawless held strategic discussions with IDA Ireland clients, Enterprise Ireland companies, and key Indian business leaders, reinforcing Ireland’s position as a preferred European gateway for Indian enterprises.

Minister Lawless witnessed MoU singings between the Irish export agency (Enterprise Ireland) and industry partners including Association of Healthcare Providers in India and T-Hub, Hyderabad’s innovation hub. These agreements are aimed at accelerating the adoption of Irish technology across the Healthcare, ICT and green technologies sectors in India.

Left to right : Ambassador Kevin Kelly, Tanaz Buhariwalla, Nandan Mehta – Corporate Affairs at TCS, Minister James Lawless, Consul General Anita Kelly

Education and research formed a cornerstone of Minister Lawless’ visit, with several initiatives aimed at fostering stronger academic partnerships between Ireland and India. Minister Lawless led Vice Chancellors and Education Policy Roundtables in Mumbai and Chennai and held strategic discussions with IIT Delhi and IIT Madras on collaborative research initiatives and student exchange programs.

Minister Lawless also engaged with key Indian policymakers, including the senior government ministers at national as well as state level, to explore bilateral initiatives in higher education and trade. These discussions emphasized Ireland’s commitment to supporting India’s rapidly growing fintech and medtech sectors, presenting new opportunities for Irish businesses and academic institutions.

The visit also saw St. Patrick’s Day receptions in Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai, where Minister Lawless brought together key stakeholders from government, business, and academia to celebrate Ireland’s growing presence in India. These gatherings reinforced the enduring bond between the two nations and Ireland’s strategic focus on fostering global partnerships. 

Beyond government and business engagements, Minister Lawless connected with the Irish diaspora, business associations, and social impact organizations, reaffirming Ireland’s dedication to fostering a strong people-to-people connection with India. A key moment of the visit was his engagement with students at the Asha Foundation in Delhi, where he highlighted Ireland’s ongoing commitment to educational empowerment and social impact initiatives in India.

Reflecting on his visit, Minister James Lawless stated, “India is a country of immense talent, innovation, and opportunity, and it has been a privilege to engage with its dynamic leaders across government, education, and business. This visit reaffirms Ireland’s commitment to deepening our collaboration in research, education, trade, and investment, with Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland playing a crucial role in fostering these partnerships, supported by Ireland’s Embassy and Consulates in India.

“The partnerships forged this week demonstrate our shared commitment to a prosperous and forward-looking relationship. From deepening academic ties and research collaborations to fostering trade and investment, we are building a strong foundation for the future. I am excited to see how we can continue to develop these synergies and creating new opportunities for students, businesses, and entrepreneurs across both nations in the years ahead.”

With Ireland and India unveiling new measures to expand trade, investment, and educational cooperation—including the establishment of a joint economic commission—Minister Lawless’ visit has set the stage for a new era of strengthened bilateral relations. 

Irish Minister for Higher Education James Lawless with representatives of Irish Universities in Delhi for St. Patrick’s Day

About IDA, Ireland 

IDA Ireland, is the national agency dedicated to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) into Ireland. Established in 1949, it plays a crucial role in promoting Ireland as a prime destination for multinational corporations looking to set up or expand their operations. The team in India focus on various sectors, including Technology (SaaS, AI, Digital, , Semiconductors), Life Sciences (Biotech and Medtech), Advanced Engineering, Fintech, and the Green Economy.  and works closely with international businesses to facilitate their entry into the Irish market. 

To know more, please visit: https://www.idaireland.com/

About Enterprise Ireland

Enterprise Ireland is the Irish government’s trade and innovation agency, with a focus on investing in new businesses. According to the VC and private equity platform PitchBook, Enterprise Ireland is the number 1 VC in Europe by deal count. Enterprise Ireland supports the development and growth of Irish enterprises in global markets, and works with them as they develop, grow, innovate and win export sales.  

Across Enterprise Ireland’s network of 39 international offices, we support thousands of global customers to solve their business challenges and gain competitive advantage by partnering with Irish companies. 

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Left to right : Kanishk Kumar – Vice President IDA, Minister James Lawless, Abhijit Tannirwar – Head Global Mobility at Zensar, Tanaz Buhariwalla – Director South Asia, IDA

As Ireland continues to expand its global partnerships, Hon. Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, James Lawless, has successfully concluded a high-impact visit to India, marking a new chapter in the deepening ties between the two nations.

Over the course of his engagements in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, Minister Lawless met with government leaders, business executives, and academic institutions to explore synergies in research, education, trade, and innovation. The visit, aligned with Ireland’s St. Patrick’s Day outreach, not only celebrated longstanding connections but also laid the groundwork for new collaborations, including key investment discussions, MoUs between universities, and the expansion of Irish enterprises into India’s dynamic market.

The Minister also participated in high-profile events such as the Raisina Dialogue, contributed to discussions on migration, education, economic growth, and cultural connectivity, underscoring Ireland’s strategic role in fostering global partnerships. His participation as a distinguished speaker backed Ireland’s commitment to collaborative policymaking and international engagement, further highlighting Ireland’s strengths as a global hub for education, technology, and foreign investment.

A significant outcome of the visit was the strengthening of trade and investment links between Ireland and India. Minister Lawless held strategic discussions with IDA Ireland clients, Enterprise Ireland companies, and key Indian business leaders, reinforcing Ireland’s position as a preferred European gateway for Indian enterprises.

Minister Lawless witnessed MoU singings between the Irish export agency (Enterprise Ireland) and industry partners including Association of Healthcare Providers in India and T-Hub, Hyderabad’s innovation hub. These agreements are aimed at accelerating the adoption of Irish technology across the Healthcare, ICT and green technologies sectors in India.

Left to right : Ambassador Kevin Kelly, Tanaz Buhariwalla, Nandan Mehta – Corporate Affairs at TCS, Minister James Lawless, Consul General Anita Kelly

Education and research formed a cornerstone of Minister Lawless’ visit, with several initiatives aimed at fostering stronger academic partnerships between Ireland and India. Minister Lawless led Vice Chancellors and Education Policy Roundtables in Mumbai and Chennai and held strategic discussions with IIT Delhi and IIT Madras on collaborative research initiatives and student exchange programs.

Minister Lawless also engaged with key Indian policymakers, including the senior government ministers at national as well as state level, to explore bilateral initiatives in higher education and trade. These discussions emphasized Ireland’s commitment to supporting India’s rapidly growing fintech and medtech sectors, presenting new opportunities for Irish businesses and academic institutions.

The visit also saw St. Patrick’s Day receptions in Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai, where Minister Lawless brought together key stakeholders from government, business, and academia to celebrate Ireland’s growing presence in India. These gatherings reinforced the enduring bond between the two nations and Ireland’s strategic focus on fostering global partnerships. 

Beyond government and business engagements, Minister Lawless connected with the Irish diaspora, business associations, and social impact organizations, reaffirming Ireland’s dedication to fostering a strong people-to-people connection with India. A key moment of the visit was his engagement with students at the Asha Foundation in Delhi, where he highlighted Ireland’s ongoing commitment to educational empowerment and social impact initiatives in India.

Reflecting on his visit, Minister James Lawless stated, “India is a country of immense talent, innovation, and opportunity, and it has been a privilege to engage with its dynamic leaders across government, education, and business. This visit reaffirms Ireland’s commitment to deepening our collaboration in research, education, trade, and investment, with Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland playing a crucial role in fostering these partnerships, supported by Ireland’s Embassy and Consulates in India.

“The partnerships forged this week demonstrate our shared commitment to a prosperous and forward-looking relationship. From deepening academic ties and research collaborations to fostering trade and investment, we are building a strong foundation for the future. I am excited to see how we can continue to develop these synergies and creating new opportunities for students, businesses, and entrepreneurs across both nations in the years ahead.”

With Ireland and India unveiling new measures to expand trade, investment, and educational cooperation—including the establishment of a joint economic commission—Minister Lawless’ visit has set the stage for a new era of strengthened bilateral relations. 

Irish Minister for Higher Education James Lawless with representatives of Irish Universities in Delhi for St. Patrick’s Day

About IDA, Ireland 

IDA Ireland, is the national agency dedicated to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) into Ireland. Established in 1949, it plays a crucial role in promoting Ireland as a prime destination for multinational corporations looking to set up or expand their operations. The team in India focus on various sectors, including Technology (SaaS, AI, Digital, , Semiconductors), Life Sciences (Biotech and Medtech), Advanced Engineering, Fintech, and the Green Economy.  and works closely with international businesses to facilitate their entry into the Irish market. 

To know more, please visit: https://www.idaireland.com/

About Enterprise Ireland

Enterprise Ireland is the Irish government’s trade and innovation agency, with a focus on investing in new businesses. According to the VC and private equity platform PitchBook, Enterprise Ireland is the number 1 VC in Europe by deal count. Enterprise Ireland supports the development and growth of Irish enterprises in global markets, and works with them as they develop, grow, innovate and win export sales.  

Across Enterprise Ireland’s network of 39 international offices, we support thousands of global customers to solve their business challenges and gain competitive advantage by partnering with Irish companies. 

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