<h1>Indian Minister Engages Silicon Valley Leaders to Boost AI Startups and Expand US-India Economic Partnerships.</h1> The Union Minister for Commerce and Industry met with Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and venture capitalists of Indian origin to discuss enhancing India's investment appeal and support for the startup ecosystem, particularly in AI. He engaged in a roundtable at Stanford University with academicians from various universities on global collaboration and joint-campus initiatives. The Minister also interacted with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, emphasizing the role of CAs in US-India partnerships. Meetings with CEOs of Micron Technology and YouTube focused on expanding their presence in India. The day concluded with participation in the APEC welcome reception hosted by President Joe Biden.