Shaping Growth, Building Trust & Creating Impact.

The Indo-Danish Business Council (IDBC) is a think tank dedicated to shaping the conversations and ideas that define the future of business, policy, and society. By combining research, dialogue, and networks, we explore how economies, industries, and communities across India, Denmark, and the Nordics can transform responsibly and sustainably.

Our role is to bridge ideas and action—translating insights into informed policy, ecosystem impact, and scalable solutions. We convene entrepreneurs, enterprises, policymakers, and institutions, creating platforms where dialogue sparks collaboration and collaboration drives long-term systemic change.

What we do:

• Research & Insights: Independent analysis and frameworks that guide enterprises, governments, and institutions.

• Dialogue & Exchange: Policy discussions, delegations, cultural programs, and sectoral roundtables.

• Ecosystem Impact: Initiatives that accelerate green transitions, innovation, and future-ready partnerships.

Our Identity: The Lotus

The lotus is more than our logo—it is our philosophy and identity. A motif found on Indo-Danish artifacts, it reflects centuries of collaboration and inspires modern partnerships in commerce, innovation, and green energy.

Our emblem unites India’s timeless symbol of prosperity and growth with the colors of progress and partnership:

• Saffron – courage and entrepreneurial spirit, the drive to imagine and innovate.

• White – trust and transparency, the values shaping our research and dialogue.

• Green – sustainability and shared prosperity, ensuring growth that uplifts societies.

• Red – strength and collaboration, the power of collective action across borders.

By uniting India’s timeless symbol of prosperity with Denmark’s progressive spirit, the lotus reflects our mission: to rise above challenges, convene ideas, and catalyze a shared, sustainable future.

Charter of the Indo-Danish Business Council (IDBC)

Guiding Principles for Cross-Border Growth and Collaboration

The Indo-Danish Business Council (IDBC) was founded to strengthen and accelerate economic, technological, and cultural collaboration between India and Denmark. Our charter defines the principles, objectives, and governance framework that guide every initiative, ensuring independence, transparency, and long-term impact.

Through this charter, IDBC operates as a knowledge-driven, forward-looking platform, convening businesses, governments, policymakers, and communities to co-create ideas, frameworks, and partnerships that advance cross-border progress.

Mission & Vision

To strengthen economic, technological, and cultural collaboration between India and Denmark, serving as a one-stop platform for businesses to establish, expand, and thrive across both markets.

Strategic Alignment

IDBC activities align with the India–Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, focusing on sustainability, renewable energy, digital transformation, healthcare, clean technologies, and other sectors of mutual interest.

Business Facilitation

We provide end-to-end support for companies, including market entry strategy, regulatory guidance, legal and compliance support, talent sourcing, and operational establishment.

Membership & Community Building

Structured membership programs serve corporates, SMEs, startups, investors, and academia, fostering a vibrant cross-border business community.

Networking & Knowledge Exchange

We foster connections through business delegations, sectoral roundtables, policy dialogues, and B2B matchmaking events, enabling meaningful cross-border engagement.

Annual Flagship Summit

IDBC hosts an annual Indo-Danish Economic & Sustainability Summit, modeled on global platforms like Davos, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, innovators, and investors.

Policy Advocacy

We act as a collective voice of Indo-Danish businesses, engaging with both governments to shape policies, remove barriers, and promote ease of doing business.

Innovation & Start-up Support

Creating cross-border innovation platforms, incubators, and accelerators, we enable startups and SMEs to foster joint R&D, co-creation, and investment opportunities.

Sustainability & Responsible Business

We promote ethical and socially responsible practices, aligned with UN SDGs, while driving green growth and circular economy initiatives.

Governance & Transparency

IDBC functions under a transparent governance structure with representation from Indian and Danish stakeholders, ensuring inclusivity, accountability, and long-term credibility.

Guided by Purpose, Driven by Impact

Do the Right Thing, Always.
Trust begins with transparency. We ground our work in ethics and integrity, ensuring that ideas and actions align with the greater good.

People First.
Culture is the cornerstone of thriving societies. We study how talent, leadership, and engagement shape institutions, industries, and communities.

Partnerships Over Transactions.
Collaboration creates lasting value. We convene stakeholders—policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and cultural leaders—to foster meaningful and enduring alliances.

Sustainability is Non-Negotiable.
The future demands responsibility. Every framework we develop integrates environmental, social, and generational impact.

Global Mindset, Local Roots.
We translate global opportunities into local relevance, connecting India’s strengths with international collaboration.

At IDBC, we believe true progress emerges from integrity, people, and collaboration. Profit alone does not define success; thriving societies are built on strong values, ethical practices, and a shared commitment to the future.