KOSME successfully hosted B2B seminar, fostering meaningful cross-border business opportunities 

NEW DELHI: The KOSME B2B Networking Seminar 2024: Bridging Borders, Building Business, held on November 8, 2024, at the KOSME GBC Office in Gurugram near New Delhi, marked a significant milestone in fostering business collaborations between South Korean small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Indian buyers. The event was designed to facilitate partnerships and explore new avenues for business growth across diverse sectors.

The seminar began with opening remarks from KOSME, setting the stage for an engaging and insightful series of sessions. Participating companies presented their products and services, offering a glimpse into the innovation and expertise of South Korean SMEs. Wandoc Impex introduced its offerings in fisheries, cosmetics, and seaweed products, aiming to connect with Indian distributors and retailers. IBC General Trading showcased its beverage and stationery portfolio, while SKINTL Enterprises highlighted its innovative consumer products.

Gemma Global emphasized its contributions to skincare and cosmetics, and iKets promoted its Korean language education programs. InBody India demonstrated its advanced medical and fitness devices, seeking collaborations in the healthcare sector.

The seminar included a panel discussion and Q&A session that provided attendees with valuable insights into the objectives and potential of cross-border collaborations. This interactive session encouraged dialogue on the opportunities and challenges in bridging the markets of South Korea and India.

Following the panel discussion, a dedicated networking session created ample opportunities for Indian and Korean businesses to connect directly, discuss potential partnerships, and explore collaborative projects.

Running from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the event achieved its objective of fostering meaningful interactions and laying the foundation for future business collaborations. Participants lauded the seminar’s well-structured agenda, which allowed for in-depth presentations and robust discussions on industry-specific opportunities.

The success of the KOSME B2B Networking Seminar 2024 reinforced the strong economic ties between South Korea and India, demonstrating the potential for SMEs from both countries to collaborate and drive innovation in areas such as cosmetics, skincare, consumer electronics, education, and medical equipment.

By the end of the seminar, many participants expressed optimism about the partnerships and possibilities that emerged from the event, highlighting the seminar’s pivotal role in strengthening bilateral trade and fostering long-term growth.