Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco Indienne
Chamber of Commerce and Industry France India
French-Indian Young Talents Program
Cohort 2023
16th-19th April in Paris and 19th- 23th November in Chennai
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The inaugural edition of the French Indian Young Talents Program, a flagship initiative by the Chamber successfully concluded in Chennai in November, following the successful completion of the Paris leg earlier this year.
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Designed for young professionals under the age of 35, both French and Indian, with prior experience in the other country, it emphasizes capitalising on this intercultural dimension.
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The first session of the 2023 cohort of French Indian Young Talents Program took place in Paris from 16-19 April.
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Special report for the Paris leg
CLICK HERE TO READ THE REPORT FOR PARIS
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The second session took place in Chennai from 19th to 22nd November 2023, with optional days, 23rd-24th November in Pondichéry & Auroville
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Special report for the Chennai leg
CLICK HERE TO READ THE REPORT FOR CHENNAI
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The program was a rich tapestry of experiences, offering a blend of academic insights, industry exposure, cultural and diplomatic engagement. We express our sincere gratitude to all sponsors, speakers, and, above all, the young talents. We believe this experience lays a foundational step for the next generation of Indian and French entrepreneurs and professionals to foster mutual understanding.
Cohort 2024
1st-4th April 2024 in Paris
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The 2nd edition of the CCIFI French Indian Young Talents Program was held in Paris from 1st to 4th April 2024.
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Click here to read the report from Paris
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Overall, the Paris phase of the 2nd edition of the French Indian Young Talents Program proved to be a resounding success, thanks to the contributions of esteemed speakers, our sponsors and of course the active participation of young talents. It served as a testament to the importance of cross-cultural exchange and cooperation in addressing the challenges and seizing the opportunities of today's globalized world.
1st-4th December 2024 in Mumbai
The Mumbai edition was a triumph, and the 2024 edition of the CCIFI French Indian Young Talents Program was a remarkable achievement!
Wrapping up an incredible journey with the 2024 cohort of the French-Indian Young Talents Program!
Click on the links below to read full reports:
This programme has been a cornerstone of the revitalisation of the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco Indienne (CCIFI), relaunched in February 2022.
Founded in 1983 in France, the CCIFI is committed to fostering and strengthening bilateral relations between France and India. With its renewed vision, the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco Indienne leadership prioritised the future and the next generation of both countries, creating this program to connect 10 young French and 10 young Indian professionals under 35 who share a Franco-Indian foundation and aspire to build upon it.
💡 What sets this programme apart?
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It bridges cultural and professional divides, enabling participants to better understand each other's work systems and perspectives.
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It creates a powerful network of future leaders—French and Indian—who will drive seamless collaboration and innovation in their fields.
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It empowers participants to grow into managerial roles with a nuanced understanding of bilateral relations, ultimately fueling business ties between our two nations.
This mission wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support of our Executive Board and Advisory Board.
A special and heartfelt thanks to our exceptional sponsors:
🤝 Forvis Mazars Group, EDF, Tata Consultancy Services, Accor, and Positive Moves.
The Paris phase of the 2025 edition of the French-Indian Young Talents Program is scheduled to take place from April 7-9.
