Year End Review: Global Applause for India’s Growth in 2024

New Delhi, Dec 31 (NationPress) India’s ascent on the global stage has been acknowledged and applauded by world leaders, economists, and international organizations throughout the last decade. Under the visionary guidance of PM Modi, India has established itself as a global powerhouse. The year 2024 saw the world recognizing India’s essential role as a growth engine, a technological innovator, and a leader in sustainability.

This recognition is not merely limited to 2024; it has been a recurrent theme in global commentary over recent years.

For instance, in 2021, Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, stated that every nation should emulate India's approach to climate change. In 2017, Jamie Dimon, CEO of JP Morgan, remarked on PM Modi's openness and intelligence. In 2023, Hassan Allam, CEO of Hassan Allam Holdings, praised PM Modi’s leadership, noting significant growth in India’s private sector, particularly in infrastructure, engineering, and manufacturing.

The consensus among these global voices is clear - under PM Modi’s guidance, India is not only experiencing rapid advancement but is also setting benchmarks for the global community.

Insights from Corporate Leaders on India’s Progress

Toshihiro Suzuki, President of Suzuki Motors, emphasized that over the last decade, with PM Modi’s robust leadership, India’s manufacturing sector has witnessed steady growth, transforming the nation into the third-largest automobile market globally.

Borge Brende, President of the World Economic Forum, projected that within the next decade, India could emerge as a $10 trillion economy, bolstered by its digital economy and service exports.

Ling Hai, President of International Markets at Mastercard, highlighted India’s strong fundamentals, including demographics and spending power.

Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce, remarked on the global shift towards 'the Indian era', identifying significant opportunities for growth.

Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, noted the remarkable transformation in India’s infrastructure, citing the development of multiple metro lines and modern airports as indicators of progress.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JP Morgan, praised India’s financial inclusion efforts, stating that over 700 million bank accounts have been opened, revolutionizing the country's banking landscape.

George Kapsch, Chairman and Global CEO of the Kapsch Group, expressed enthusiasm about entering the Indian market, believing the timing and partnerships are now ideal.

Martin Sorell, Executive Chairman of S4 Capital, recognized PM Modi as a master of branding, effectively positioning India on the global stage.

Christopher J. Elias, President of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, urged other nations to adopt India’s successful digital public infrastructure model for healthcare and development.

Dennis Francis, President of UNGA, highlighted the remarkable achievement of lifting 800 million people out of poverty through smartphone usage, revolutionizing transactions for rural farmers.

Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister of Vietnam, noted that under PM Modi's leadership, India has risen to become the fifth-largest economy globally.

Gita Gopinath, Deputy Managing Director of the IMF, expressed optimism for India to become the third-largest economy by 2027.

Paul Romer, Nobel Laureate in Economics, cited Aadhaar as a leading technological system, encouraging other nations to follow India's example.

Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, acknowledged India as a crucial market for Apple, achieving new revenue milestones.

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, emphasized the potential for collaboration in artificial intelligence, given India's rich talent pool of computer scientists.

PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay of Bhutan, mentioned the significance of launching the International Year of Cooperatives in India, highlighting the success of the Indian cooperative movement.

International Perspectives on India’s Leadership

Irfaan Ali, President of Guyana, praised PM Modi’s leadership as an inspiration for developing nations, emphasizing his impactful metrics for development.

President Putin acknowledged the need for expanding product export opportunities in Russia, expressing interest in India’s Make in India initiative.

USA President-elect Donald Trump described PM Modi as a close friend and a transformative leader for India, contrasting it with its previous instability.

President Joe Biden reaffirmed the strength of US-India relations, commending PM Modi's collaborative approach to cooperation.

Bhutanese PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay expressed his joy in meeting PM Modi, referring to him as “Bade Bhai” (Big Brother).

The collective sentiment from global leaders, business magnates, and technology innovators is unmistakable - PM Modi’s leadership is reshaping India’s global image, fostering international alliances, and guiding the nation towards a promising future.