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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted GIFT City's significant role in India's economic expansion while leading a high-level meeting on the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City's growing financial ecosystem. She stated that GIFT City uniquely brings together India's scale, technology, and talent, making it a key center for international capital and global financial market integration.
Strategic Importance and Growth
The minister praised the progress made, noting GIFT City's strategic importance in connecting India with global financial markets. The development reflects the nation's increasing economic confidence and global aspirations, aiming to support 'Viksit Bharat @2047.' Presentations during the meeting covered advancements in banking, capital markets, fintech, insurance, and fund management.
Key Discussion Points
Discussions centered on strengthening the global financial ecosystem, expanding key sectors like banking and fintech, and promoting growth in aircraft and ship leasing. Developing infrastructure, improving ease of doing business, and attracting talent were also key discussion points. Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, P K Mishra, stressed the importance of skilled professionals and world-class infrastructure to achieve the Prime Minister's vision for GIFT IFSC.
Robust Ecosystem Metrics
GIFT City is currently home to over 1,150 entities. Banking assets have surpassed $110 billion, and capital commitments in fund management exceed $32 billion. The ecosystem includes 37 banking units, 217 fund management entities, 36 insurance companies, and significant participants in aircraft and ship leasing, alongside international exchanges and fintech firms.