India and Denmark discussed strengthening cooperation in the MSME sector, innovation and technology during the fourth Joint Working Group ( JWG) meeting between the two countries in Copenhagen, according to updates shared by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. The discussions involved the Ministry of MSME and the Danish Patent and Trademark Office (DKPTO), with the Indian delegation also engaging with Danish institutions and the Nordic startup ecosystem over the course of the visit. “The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to advancing innovation, technology and IP-led growth for MSMEs and deepening bilateral cooperation,” the Ministry said in a post on X. On the third day, the delegation interacted with Denmark’s Ministry of Business and Competitive Affairs to exchange views on business development, innovation and the SME ecosystem. It also participated in the closing panel session of TechBBQ, a Nordic startup event. Dr Rajneesh, Additional Secretary and Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME, and Maria Skou, Deputy Director General and COO of DKPTO, participated in the panel discussion.
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