Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 16 (NationPress) The state of Kerala is set to showcase its potential for global investments at the upcoming World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, scheduled from January 19 to 23. A distinguished delegation, headed by State Industries Minister P. Rajeeve, aims to transform recent policy reforms and investment trends into substantial international collaborations.

The six-member team comprises Chief Secretary A. Jayathilak, Additional Chief Secretary (Industries and Commerce) A.P.M. Mohammed Haneesh, senior officials from prominent departments, and P. Vishnuraj, Managing Director of the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC).

This delegation will connect with global investors, industry leaders, and policymakers to establish Kerala as a top choice for “responsible investment and responsible industry”.

Kerala has been allocated a dedicated space at the India Pavilion in Davos, which will serve as a platform to highlight its transformative industrial policies, high-tech aspirations, and ESG-centric development model.

This initiative aligns with the WEF 2026 theme, “A Spirit of Dialogue”, emphasizing the state’s transition toward knowledge-driven, Industry 4.0-compliant sectors.

The officials indicated that the delegation will focus on Kerala's evolution towards high-value, non-polluting industries, including artificial intelligence, space technology, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing.

Key discussion points at Davos will involve the knowledge economy, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance, along with technology-driven enterprises.

Kerala's investment strategy is built on a solid foundation of policy stability, digital proficiency, plug-and-play infrastructure, and a commendable quality of life.

In 2024, the state achieved the top ranking in the National Ease of Doing Business and has pinpointed 22 priority sectors, covering areas from aerospace and defense, electric vehicles, graphene and nanotechnology to renewable energy, logistics, tourism, and 3D-printing.

One of the standout features being showcased at Davos is Kerala's polycentric development model.

With urban-grade infrastructure, K-FON high-speed internet, and available digital services throughout the state, investors can bypass high city-center expenses while tapping into a cohesive market and a skilled workforce.

With projections indicating that over 90% of the population will reside in urban clusters by 2035, Kerala is presenting itself as a beacon for sustainable, climate-smart industrialization, where economic advancement and ecological awareness coexist harmoniously.