​German-Indian State Reception 2026

​An Exclusive Evening of Policy, Business and Shared Innovation

​1 October 2026 | Munich Residenz Palace | From 18:00 hrs

​The German-Indian State Reception is strictly by invitation only. Invitations are reserved for confirmed guests of the Minister-President, senior delegates, speakers, partners and distinguished participants of the German-Indian Business Forum 2026.

​At the ceremonial pinnacle of the German-Indian Business Forum 2026, Minister-President Dr. Markus Söder, MdL, welcomes 250 of the foremost leaders from business, government and diplomacy to the historic Munich Residenz Palace.

​The German-Indian State Reception is the Forum’s most distinguished gathering—an evening dedicated to strengthening institutional relationships, advancing bilateral priorities and recognising the people shaping the next chapter of German-Indian cooperation.

​Within one of Bavaria’s most significant state settings, senior representatives from both countries will engage beyond the formal conference environment through diplomatic exchange, executive dialogue and carefully curated relationship-building.

​The Evening

​The programme will feature an official welcome by Minister-President Dr. Markus Söder, MdL, keynote perspectives from a senior Indian minister and a leading German or Indian CEO, followed by an evening reception and curated networking.

​What to Expect

​State-Level Dialogue

​Engage with senior political, diplomatic and business leaders shaping bilateral priorities and institutional cooperation.

​Executive Exchange

​Build meaningful relationships with influential decision-makers advancing investment, industry and cross-border collaboration.

​Cultural Diplomacy

​Experience an elegant celebration of German and Indian culture within the historic surroundings of the Munich Residenz Palace.

​Distinguished Guests

​The reception will welcome a carefully composed guest community of:

• ​Ministers and senior government representatives

• ​Ambassadors and members of the diplomatic community

• ​Chairpersons, CEOs and senior corporate leaders

• ​Institutional investors and business leaders

• ​Heads of industry associations and public institutions

• ​Leading figures from research, technology and innovation

​Attendance

​The German-Indian State Reception is strictly by invitation only. Invitations are reserved for confirmed guests of the Minister-President, senior delegates, speakers, partners and distinguished participants of the German-Indian Business Forum 2026.

​Submitting guest details does not constitute confirmation of attendance. Admission is subject to review and official confirmation by the organising committee.

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