Artsch Mitral, vice president of the Indian growth-enterprise investment fund Iron Pillar, spoke at the World Economic Forum's summer Davos conference this week.

The interview highlights the intersection of Indian investment strategies and global economic dialogue during a high-level summit co-hosted by the WEF and the Chinese government.

The conference took place from June 23 to 25, 2026 [1] in Dalian, Liaoning Province, China [1], [2]. The event served as a platform for global leaders and business executives to engage in discussions regarding pressing economic and technological issues [2].

Mitral's presence at the summit underscores the role of Indian investment funds in the broader Asian economic landscape. The meeting in Dalian aimed to foster international cooperation through direct dialogue between the private sector and government representatives [2].

While some reports differed on the specific city of the event, primary records confirm the gathering occurred in Dalian [1], [2]. The three-day meeting provided a venue for the WEF and the Chinese government to coordinate on global growth initiatives [1].

Artsch Mitral, vice president of the Indian growth-enterprise investment fund Iron Pillar

The participation of an Indian growth-enterprise fund leader at a WEF event co-hosted by the Chinese government suggests a continuing effort to maintain financial and technological bridges between India and China, despite broader geopolitical tensions.