New Delhi: Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, met Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation of Ireland, in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Their discussion focused on cooperation in telecom, digital infrastructure, AI, and quantum technologies.
The two leaders also discussed India’s transformative digital journey, from DPI, UPI, and DBT to 5G expansion. Both sides explored deeper cooperation in quantum communications, AI, regulatory innovation, and rural broadband.
During the meeting, Scindia sought Ireland’s support for India’s candidature at the International Telecommunication Union.
“India and Ireland, as dynamic innovation-driven democracies, can build a strong and future-ready digital partnership,” Scindia said in a post on X.
A pleasure to meet Mr. Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, Ireland today.
— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) February 17, 2026
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On Monday, Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry and Electronics and Information Technology, met Chambers to discuss strengthening India–Ireland ties.
During the meeting, the two leaders explored cooperation in digital public infrastructure, governance reforms, emerging technologies, and investment linkages. The discussions focused on expanding collaboration in trusted technology, resilient supply chains, and innovation-driven growth.
Both sides emphasised the potential to deepen engagement between India and Ireland, particularly in digital transformation and technology partnerships.