Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India: Kerala is preparing to make a strong impression on the global investment landscape at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, scheduled from January 19 to 23. A senior-level delegation led by State Industries Minister P. Rajeeve will represent the state, aiming to transform recent policy initiatives and growing investor confidence into tangible international collaborations.

The six-member team comprises Chief Secretary A. Jayathilak, Additional Chief Secretary for Industries and Commerce A.P.M. Mohammed Haneesh, senior officials from major departments, and Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Managing Director P. Vishnuraj. The delegation will hold discussions with global investors, corporate leaders, and policymakers to project Kerala as a hub for responsible investment and sustainable industrial growth.

Kerala has been granted exclusive space at the India Pavilion in Davos, offering a dedicated platform to highlight its revamped industrial policies, technology-driven aspirations, and ESG-focused development approach. The engagement aligns with the WEF 2026 theme, “A Spirit of Dialogue,” with the state showcasing its move toward knowledge-driven and Industry 4.0-aligned sectors.

Officials noted that the delegation will stress Kerala’s shift toward high-value, environmentally clean industries such as artificial intelligence, space technology, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. Key discussion areas at Davos will include the knowledge economy, ESG adherence, and next-generation technology enterprises. Kerala’s investment narrative is built on consistent policies, strong digital capabilities, ready-to-use infrastructure, and a superior quality of life.

The state ranked first in the National Ease of Doing Business index in 2024 and has earmarked 22 focus sectors, including aerospace and defence, electric vehicles, graphene and nanotechnology, renewable energy, logistics, tourism, and 3D printing. A major highlight of Kerala’s pitch is its polycentric growth model. With urban-level infrastructure, K-FON high-speed connectivity, and digital public services available statewide, investors can bypass high metropolitan costs while accessing skilled talent and a unified market. With over 90 percent of residents expected to live in urban clusters by 2035, Kerala is positioning itself as a global example of sustainable and climate-conscious industrial development where economic progress and environmental responsibility advance together.