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craft; it adds human infrastructure ans moved to America or how many
beneath it. returned to India. It may be how ef-
This approach is especially rele-
vant when formal policy is uncertain. fectively the two countries circulated
knowledge between their societies.
Trade negotiations, visa rules and The objective should not be to
geopolitical priorities can change. Re- stop migration, nor to encourage tal-
lationships among universities, labo- ented Indians to leave the United
ratories, companies and professional States. It should be to make knowl-
communities can provide continuity. edge mobile even when people are
They also create practical reasons for not. America benefits when it contin-
two societies to keep working together. ues to attract and develop exceptional
The Role of the UN Global talent. India benefits when its global
Compact professionals remain connected to its
The United Nations Global Com- development. The diaspora succeeds
pact (UNGC) should be understood when contribution to one society does
accurately in this discussion. It is not not require disengagement from the
an immigration authority and does not other.
determine visa policy. Its relevance That is why the future should not
lies in responsible business, decent be framed as America versus India. It
work, workforce development and should be about what America and
sustainable growth. India can build together, with the di-
Under Sustainable Development aspora serving as one of the bridges
Goal 8, the UN Global Compact en- between them.
courages businesses to educate and The US Department of State has expanded online-presence screening and vetting that already That is how brain drain becomes
train their labor forces, create decent brain circulation.
formal-sector jobs and respond re- applies to H-1B applicants and certain dependents (File photo) And that is how diaspora be-
sponsibly to changes driven by au- comes diplomacy.
tomation, globalization and demo- a professional network, a knowledge ery, APIs, biologics, regulatory sci- Sources and Reference Notes
graphics. Its India network currently network and an opportunity network. ence and digital health. • U.S. Department of State, “An-
lists more than 500 participants, with Established diaspora professionals 5. University-to-University Partner- nouncement of Expanded Screen-
pharmaceuticals, software, comput- can transfer relationships, experience ships. Encourage joint research, fac- ing and Vetting for Visa Applicants,”
er services and professional business and access that took decades to build. ulty exchange, executive education updated September 18, 2026.
support among important participat- A pharmaceutical scientist can and student collaboration between • World Bank, “In 2024, remittance
ing sectors. mentor a research team. An AI ex- institutions in both countries. flows to low- and middle-income
ecutive can connect a university with 6. MSME and Entrepreneurship countries are expected to reach
That gives UNGC a useful con- an industry project. A physician can Bridge. Help promising Indian and $685 billion,” estimating India’s
link health systems. An entrepreneur diaspora enterprises understand
2024 remittances at $129 billion.
vening role around responsible can introduce a start-up to capital. A markets, partnerships, compliance, • World Bank, “World Bank Supports
AI, lifelong learning, reskill- professor can establish an exchange. A financing and commercialization India’s Ambitious Skills Program to
business leader can guide an MSME opportunities.
ing, inclusion and business-led entering the US market. Individually 7. Food, Agriculture and Climate Better Prepare Youth for the Job
Market,” February 2, 2026.
workforce development. For these actions may look modest; collec- Technology Forum. Connect exper- • U.S.-India Strategic Partnership
tively they form the human infrastruc- tise in precision agriculture, food
the US-India corridor, such ture of a strategic partnership. processing, biotechnology, climate Forum (USISPF), 2026 activities
and India AI Impact Summit 2026
resilience and supply chains.
frameworks can help compa- GLO-INDIA 10-Point Action 8. Return-and-Circulate Talent Path- materials.
Agenda: 2026-2046
nies think beyond short-term 1. Global Indian Knowledge Network. ways. Develop practical mecha- • U.S.-India Business Council
(USIBC), U.S. Chamber of Com-
labor supply and toward a more Create a structured directory of ex- nisms for professionals who return merce, mission and leadership ma-
to India—or remain abroad—to
sustainable talent ecosystem. perienced diaspora professionals teach, mentor, invest, advise and terials.
willing to mentor, advise and con- collaborate without requiring per- • United Nations Global Compact,
nect institutions across borders. SDG 8 Blueprint: Decent Work
GLO-INDIA: From Diaspora 2. Gen-Z Mentorship and Intern- manent relocation. and Economic Growth; UN Global
Network to Diaspora Action ship Bridge. Connect students and 9. People-to-People and Talent Diplo- Compact India network overview.
For the Global Indian Diaspora young professionals with mentors, macy. Use cultural, professional, • Consulate General of India, New
Alliance (GLO-INDIA), with more internships, research exposure and academic and business relationships York communication on “US-India
to deepen mutual understanding
than 18,000 members and subscribers, leadership opportunities in India and create durable institutional con- Partnership: Powering the AI Econ-
this moment creates an opportunity to and the United States. nections. omy,” convened with ReNew and
move from connection to structured 3. AI and Digital Skills Council. Bring 10. Annual US-India Diaspo- USISPF during UNGA week, 2026.
action. Our role need not duplicate technologists, educators and indus- ra Talent Report. Track emerging
organizations such as USISPF or try together around AI literacy, cy- skills, mobility trends, research op- H. S. Panaser — President, Global In-
USIBC. It can complement them by fo- bersecurity, data skills and interdis- portunities and diaspora-led collab- dian Diaspora Alliance (GLO-INDIA) |
cusing on the human network beneath ciplinary training. orations so that discussion is guided Chairman, Global Indian Trade & Cul-
trade, technology and diplomacy. 4. Pharma and Healthcare Innovation by evidence rather than assumption. tural Council (GITCC), USA | Global
Gen-Z deserves particular at- Network. Link diaspora scientists Business Strategist & Advisor — Phar-
tention. The next generation should and executives with Indian univer- The 2046 Question maceuticals, Healthcare, IT & AI | M&A
inherit more than an emotional con- sities, research institutes, start-ups By 2046, the most important & Market Entry Advisor | Former GSK
nection with India. It should inherit and manufacturers in drug discov- measure may not be how many Indi- Executive | Social Activist & Columnist

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