Webinar: Europe-India: Technology Collaboration

• Part 3

Thursday, March 19, 2015

INTRODUCTION
For both Europe and India, international economic relations particularly trade and investment has become the most important component of bilateral relations.
This has been encouraged by increasing cross border trade by EU member countries with India.
One of the business verticals which has seem a rampant rise is the technology sector; where India’s large, skilled workforce complements the technological capabilities of European companies.
This has lead to a number of joint ventures, technology collaborations, business transfers and associated transactions where the core asset has been technology.
However, while engaging in any form of technological collaborations, European companies may face unique challenges in terms of navigating the business and regulatory landscape in India.
Nishith Desai Associates in collaboration with its partners in the Europe-India corridor are pleased to host an informative webinar on key issues which European companies should keep in mind when collaborating in the technology space in India.

FOCUS AREA
Overview of the opportunities that exist for European companies;
Decoding the regulatory landscape;
Dealing with risks associated with tech transfer and brand protection;
Managing data protection and employment law compliances;
Key takeaways from international tax and structuring perspective to be kept in mind.

SPEAKERS:
Ruchi Biyani
Head – European Office, Nishith Desai Associates

Shreya Rao
Co-head

• International Tax Practice and Head - Private Client Practice, Nishith Desai Associates