BUSINESS CONCLAVE 2026
الملتقى الهندي -العربي للأعمال
9–10 October 2026
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About the Event
A Catalyst for Global Economic Transformation
The Bharat-Arab Business Conclave (BABC) 2026 is a monumental initiative designed to catalyse the historic and deeply rooted trade ties between India and the 22 nations of the Arab League, setting an ambitious target of a $500 Billion trade corridor.
In Association with Union of Arab Chambers
The India & Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (IACCIA) is proud to be part of the Union of Arab Chambers (UAC), the umbrella organization representing the Arab private sector across 21 national chambers and 17 joint Arab‑foreign chambers worldwide. Headquartered in Beirut, Lebanon, the UAC plays a pivotal role in promoting Arab economic integration, strengthening trade relations, and fostering international partnerships. Through this affiliation, IACCIA connects Indian businesses with a powerful regional and global network, opening doors to new opportunities in trade, investment, and sustainable development across the Arab world and beyond.
Invited Countries
Jordan
الأردن
الأردن
Jordan Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2021–22): US$ 2.72 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 1.69 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 1.03 B
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 55 B
Indian Diaspora: ~16,500
UAE
الإمارات العربية المتحدة
الإمارات العربية المتحدة
UAE Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023–24): US$ 83.64 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 35.62 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 48.02 B
CEPA in Force: Since May 2022
GDP (2024): ~US$ 548 B
Indian Diaspora: ~3.9 M
Bahrain
البحرين
البحرين
Bahrain Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2022–23): US$ 1.98 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 788 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 1.19 B
Trade Balance: Deficit for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 43 B
Indian Diaspora: ~350,000
Tunisia
تونس
تونس
Tunisia Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2021): US$ 588.3 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 380 M
Indian Imports (Phosphates): ~US$ 208 M
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 48 B
Population: ~12 M
Algeria
الجزائر
الجزائر
Algeria Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023): US$ 1.73 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 600 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 1.13 B
Trade Balance: Deficit for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 265 B
Population: ~46 M
Djibouti
جيبوتي
جيبوتي
Djibouti Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2020–21): US$ 367.23 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 362 M
Indian Imports: Minimal
Trade Balance: Strong Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 4.3 B
Population: ~1.1 M
Saudi Arabia
المملكة العربية السعودية
المملكة العربية السعودية
Saudi Arabia Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2024–25): US$ 41.88 B
Indian Exports: US$ 11.76 B
Indian Imports: US$ 30.12 B
Share of India's Trade: 3.61%
Saudi FDI: US$ 3.29 B
Indian Diaspora: ~2.7 M
Sudan
السودان
السودان
Sudan Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023–24): US$ 1.52 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 640 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 880 M
Trade Balance: Deficit for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 34 B
Population: ~50 M
Syria
سوريا
سوريا
Syria Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023): US$ 95 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 82 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 13 M
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 21 B
Population: ~24 M
Somalia
الصومال
الصومال
Somalia Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2020–21): US$ 560.12 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 540 M
Indian Imports: Limited
Trade Balance: Strong Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 10.5 B
Indian Community: ~600
Iraq
العراق
العراق
Iraq Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023–24): US$ 33.36 B
Indian Exports: US$ 3.35 B
Indian Imports: US$ 30.01 B
Iraq Crude Oil Exports to India: US$ 29.58 B
India's Oil Imports Share: ~20–21%
Oil Supplier Rank: 2nd
Oman
عمان
عمان
Oman Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2022–23): US$ 12.39 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 4.89 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 7.5 B
CEPA Signed: 18 Dec 2025
Indian FDI: US$ 7.5 B
Indian Diaspora: ~684,771
Kuwait
الكويت
الكويت
Kuwait Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2024–25): US$ 10.22 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 1.97 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 8.25 B
Kuwait's Share in India's Energy: ~3.5%
GDP (2024): ~US$ 160 B
Indian Diaspora: ~1 M
Qatar
قطر
قطر
Qatar Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023–24): US$ 14.08 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 2.11 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 11.97 B
LNG Supply: ~8.5 MMTPA (40% of India's LNG imports)
GDP (2024): ~US$ 220 B
Indian Diaspora: ~830,000
Comoros
جزر القمر
جزر القمر
Comoros Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2022–23): US$ 55.93 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 51 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 4.93 M
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2023): ~US$ 1.4 B
Population: ~870,000
Palestine
فلسطين
فلسطين
Palestine Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2020): US$ 67.77 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 62.5 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 5.27 M
Total Indian Aid: US$ 141 M+
Line of Credit: US$ 50 M
UNRWA: Regular donor
Lebanon
لبنان
لبنان
Lebanon Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2025): US$ 337 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 290 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 47 M
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
Pre-Crisis GDP: ~US$ 55 B
UNIFIL Contribution: 26+ years
Libya
ليبيا
ليبيا
Libya Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2021): US$ 576.28 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 204 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 372 M
Trade Potential: US$ 1.5B+
Oil Revenue (2023): ~US$ 20 B/year
Indian Diaspora: ~3,000
Egypt
مصر
مصر
Egypt Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2022–23): US$ 6.06 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 3.72 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 2.34 B
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 395 B
Population: ~107 M
Morocco
المغرب
المغرب
Morocco Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2022–23): US$ 3.6 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 1.84 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 1.76 B
Trade Balance: Broadly Balanced
GDP (2024): ~US$ 145 B
Population: ~38 M
Mauritania
موريتانيا
موريتانيا
Mauritania Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2022–23): US$ 378.24 M
Indian Exports: ~US$ 313 M
Indian Imports: ~US$ 65 M
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 10.8 B
Population: ~4.8 M
Yemen
اليمن
اليمن
Yemen Trade Overview
Bilateral Trade (2023–24): US$ 1.47 B
Indian Exports: ~US$ 1.12 B
Indian Imports: ~US$ 350 M
Trade Balance: Surplus for India
GDP (2024): ~US$ 21 B
Population: ~40 M
Who Should Attend
Unlocking opportunities across the entire value chain.
Exporters & Importers
Connect directly with buyers and suppliers spanning 22 nations and the Indian subcontinent.
Key Benefits
- Explore Zero-Tariff Trade Zones
- Form B2B Joint Ventures
- Secure Trade Financing
- Expand Global Supply Chains
Investors & Sovereign Funds
Discover high-yield mega projects and government-backed initiatives across borders.
Key Benefits
- Access Sovereign Partnerships
- Direct FDI Opportunities
- Private Equity Pipelines
- Infrastructure Investments
Technology Providers
Showcase innovative solutions in AI, FinTech, and enterprise services to a global audience.
Key Benefits
- Digital Public Infrastructure
- Smart City Integrations
- Enterprise SaaS Scaling
- Cybersecurity Frameworks
Event Schedule
Two days of high-impact keynotes, strategic panels, and exclusive networking.
Oct
9
Day 1
Inauguration & Launch Ceremony
Oct
10
Day 2
Track 4: Agriculture, Food Processing & Mining
Strategic Sectors
10 pillars driving the next decade of cross-border growth.
01 — DEFENCE
Defence & AI
Exploring joint ventures in defense manufacturing and AI-driven security solutions.
03 — FINANCIAL INSTITUTES
Financial Institutes & Fintech
Bridging capital markets and showcasing innovative payment gateways.
05 — HEALTHCARE
Healthcare & Pharma
Fostering pharmaceutical trade and advanced healthcare tech collaboration.
07 — LOGISTICS
Logistics & Supply Chain
Optimizing maritime and air freight corridors between Mumbai and MENA ports.
09 — TECHNOLOGY
Technology & Service Providers
Accelerating digital transformation across enterprise sectors.
02 — TOURISM
Tourism & Hospitality
Capitalizing on growing cross-border travel with mega-project investments.
04 — RENEWABLE ENERGY
Renewable Energy & Sustainability
Pioneering green hydrogen, solar initiatives, and sustainable infrastructure.
06 — AGRICULTURE
Agriculture & Food Processing
Ensuring food security through agritech and streamlined supply chains.
08 — EDUCATION
Education & Skill Development
Building the workforce of the future through joint academic programs.
10 — MINING
Mining & Minerals
Promoting sustainable extraction and global trade of essential minerals and resources.
Featured Voices
H.E. Ahmed Al-Maktoum
Minister of Economy, UAE
Dr. S. Jaishankar
Minister of External Affairs, India
Fatima Al-Fassi
CEO, MENA Capital Partners
Join 3,000+ Global Delegates
Connecting leading corporate entities and organizations from across the subcontinent and MENA region.
View Delegate HighlightsBacked by 39 Joint Chambers
Led by the India-Arab Chamber of Commerce & Industries (IACCIA) and our massive network of partner chambers.
View Participating ChambersPremium Zones
Exclusive areas designed for high-level networking, deal-making, and experiencing the future.
VIP B2B Lounge
An exclusive, secure holding area designed for Ministers, Ambassadors, Sovereign Wealth Fund Managers, and VVIPs to conduct confidential strategic discussions and high-value bilateral negotiations away from the main exhibition floor.
B2B Networking Lounge
A dynamic matchmaking hub for corporate delegates, national/international importers & exporters, technology service providers, and financial institutions to connect through structured 1-on-1 meetings, facilitated by IACCIA's digital matchmaking platform.
Event Resources
Download official mandate documents, brochures, and sponsorship decks.
Innovation & Incubation Center
Step into a dynamic ecosystem empowering visionaries and startups to build the future. Connect with industry leaders, secure investments, and turn groundbreaking ideas into reality.
Sponsors and Partners
Collaborating with industry leaders to deliver a world-class experience.
