Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh has embarked on a 3-day official visit to Italy to strengthen India's scientific engagement with Europe and advance international partnerships in science, technology, and innovation. The Minister, who leads the Indian delegation, will hold bilateral meetings with Italian Ministers including Anna Maria Bernini, Minister for University and Research, and Adolfo Urso, Minister in-charge of Space and Aerospace Policy, to advance cooperation in science and technology, research, and strategic areas of mutual interest.
The centerpiece of the visit is the Second India-Italy Science and Innovation Dialogue 2026 scheduled for November 12 in Rome, which will bring together leading scientific institutions, researchers, innovation stakeholders, and technology incubators from both countries. The Dialogue will focus on research excellence and strategic technologies, translating research into innovation, strengthening institutional partnerships, and developing a joint action agenda for future cooperation.
On November 13, the Minister's program in Trieste includes visits to three major research institutions: the Elettra Synchrotron Facility, the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), and the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB). These engagements will explore scientific collaboration, research infrastructure partnerships, and mobility opportunities for researchers.
The visit also includes an interaction with the Indian community in Rome and participation in a World Diabetes Day commemoration at the Embassy of India on November 14. The visit reflects India's commitment to expanding international scientific partnerships and strengthening engagement with global research institutions and technology ecosystems.