The 7th Asia Economic Dialogue (AED) will be held in Pune from February 26–28, 2026, jointly organized by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Pune International Centre (PIC). With the theme “Geoeconomics Beyond Globalisation: Tariffs, Technologies and Strategic Alignments”, the event will feature 45+ global speakers across 12 sessions.
The Asia Economic Dialogue 2026 marks its 7th edition, bringing together policymakers, academicians, and industry leaders from across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Australia. Hosted at the new PIC campus in Pashan, Pune, the three-day conference will explore how shifting tariffs, emerging technologies, and strategic alignments are reshaping global trade and economic relations.
Over 45 distinguished speakers from countries including India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Singapore, Kenya, Australia, Israel, and Norway will participate. The sessions will address challenges of post-globalisation geoeconomics, focusing on data flows, platform companies, trade governance, and sustainable growth models.
The event will open with remarks by Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar, President of PIC, setting the tone for discussions on how Asia can navigate evolving global economic dynamics.
Major Takeaways
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7th Asia Economic Dialogue to be held in Pune, Feb 26–28, 2026
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Theme: “Geoeconomics Beyond Globalisation: Tariffs, Technologies and Strategic Alignments”
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Organized by MEA and Pune International Centre at PIC’s new Pashan campus
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12 sessions featuring 45+ speakers from nine countries
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Focus on trade governance, technology, and sustainable growth
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Opening address by PIC President Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar
Conclusion
The Asia Economic Dialogue 2026 positions Pune as a hub for global economic thought leadership, highlighting Asia’s role in shaping the future of trade and technology. With diverse participation and forward-looking themes, the dialogue promises to deliver critical insights into the evolving geoeconomic order.
Sources: Hindustan Times, Punekar News, Asia Economic Dialogue Official Website