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India is steadily positioning itself as a key global manufacturing hub for electronics, driven by strong policy support, a skilled workforce and growing confidence among multinational companies, Qualcomm President and CEO Cristiano Amon said at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos on Thursday.
Speaking on the sidelines of Davos 2026, Amon highlighted India’s rapid progress in electronics manufacturing, noting that global companies are increasingly viewing the country as a viable and scalable alternative in their supply-chain strategies. He said India’s role in the global electronics ecosystem is expanding beyond assembly to include design, innovation and advanced manufacturing.
According to Amon, India’s focus on improving ease of doing business, combined with government-led incentives for electronics and semiconductor manufacturing, has helped attract long-term investments. He added that the country’s large domestic market also makes it an attractive base for global technology firms seeking both scale and resilience.
Electronics Manufacturing Moves Beyond China-Centric Supply Chains
Amon noted that the global electronics industry is undergoing a structural shift as companies diversify supply chains to reduce overdependence on a single geography. In this context, India has emerged as a natural beneficiary, supported by a combination of policy stability, manufacturing incentives and an expanding ecosystem of suppliers.
He pointed out that Qualcomm has been actively engaged in India across multiple areas, including mobile technologies, automotive, industrial IoT and connectivity solutions. The company works closely with Indian manufacturers, startups and original equipment makers, contributing to both domestic production and exports.
India’s electronics manufacturing ambitions align with broader global trends, as geopolitical uncertainties and supply-chain disruptions have accelerated efforts to build regional manufacturing capabilities. Industry leaders at Davos said India’s growing participation in global value chains reflects this shift, particularly in smartphones, semiconductors and connected devices.
Talent and Innovation Strengthen India’s Position
Amon also underlined India’s strong engineering talent base as a key advantage. He said the country’s deep pool of software and hardware engineers enables faster innovation and supports the transition from low-cost manufacturing to high-value technology development.
As global demand rises for connected and AI-enabled devices, India’s role is expected to grow further, particularly as companies look to balance cost efficiency with innovation and supply security.
Industry experts at Davos said sustained investment in infrastructure, skill development and semiconductor capabilities will be critical for India to maintain momentum. However, the growing confidence expressed by global technology leaders suggests that India is no longer viewed as a future manufacturing hub, but as an increasingly integral part of today’s global electronics supply chain.
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