In the picture: Mr. Nicholas Beaty, Business Networks Development Manager, WTC Rennes-Bretagne, France, and Mr. Guénolé Bara, Director of Partnerships and FDIs, Bretagne Commerce International, interacting with participants during the webinar.
In the picture: Mr. Nicholas Beaty, Business Networks Development Manager, WTC Rennes-Bretagne, France, and Mr. Guénolé Bara, Director of Partnerships and FDIs, Bretagne Commerce International, interacting with participants during the webinar.
“In a step towards advancing India–France economic engagement, key stakeholders from both nations came together to explore trade and investment opportunities across the Bretagne region of France and identify new avenues for bilateral collaboration.”
Mumbai, 15th October 2025: A webinar was jointly organized by MVIRDC World Trade Center (WTC) Mumbai, the All India Association of Industries (AIAI), and WTC Rennes-Bretagne, France, bringing together Indian business communities to discuss actionable trade opportunities, sectoral synergies, and strategies for collaborative growth under the framework of India–France trade relations, with a special focus on the Bretagne region of France.
Mr. Nicholas Beaty, Business Networks Development Manager, WTC Rennes-Bretagne, shared insights on the organization’s initiatives to strengthen Franco-Indian business linkages and enhance cross-border partnerships in trade and investment.
Highlighting the region’s strategic importance, he added, “The Bretagne region of France shares close geographical and commercial ties with the United Kingdom. With its strong R&D ecosystem and global business networks, Bretagne serves as a strategic gateway for international partnerships and France’s export growth.”
Mr. Guénolé Bara, Director of Partnerships and FDIs at Bretagne Commerce International, presented a detailed overview of Bretagne’s industrial and commercial landscape, emphasizing the region’s leadership in agritech, foodtech, and sustainable agriculture.“Bretagne is France’s leading region in livestock farming, fishing, and agri-food industries, but our growth story today extends far beyond traditional sectors. We see immense opportunities in aeronautics, marine renewable energy, smart grids, cybersecurity, and natural cosmetics.”Introducing the “Suppliers from Bretagne” digital platform, Mr. Bara noted, “Our goal is to connect verified Breton suppliers with international buyers, offering certified products and streamlined access to the European market. This is where Indian businesses can find strong, reliable partnerships.” Product certifications provided by Bretagne Commerce International can help companies align with EU standards and unlock broader international opportunities.
The session concluded with an engaging interactive Q&A segment, where participants exchanged insights on regulatory frameworks, market access, and sector-specific opportunities. Indian businesses actively asked questions on how to expand in France across sectors such as education, workforce solutions, textiles, and the plastics industry. The dialogue underscored the growing alignment between India and France in promoting sustainable trade, innovation, and investment-led collaboration.