New Delhi, June 4 -- India's progress in areas such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors and global trade partnerships reflects its growing role in the international economy, said Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada inaugurating the Global Business Research Conference 2026 at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade.

Academic leaders at the event discussed business strategies amid worldwide turbulence to address emerging challenges and opportunities shaping the global business environment.

Speaking at the inauguration, Prasada said, "Despite global uncertainties, India continues to remain one of the world's fastest-growing major economies."

He noted that the country adopted a long-term vision focused on strengt...