CII and NUS-ISS Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance AI Governance and Digital Leadership in India
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and NUS-ISS from the National University of Singapore signed a strategic MoU to launch an executive certification program on AI governance, aiming to train Indian industry leaders in digital leadership. The initiative, building on three pilot runs, will expand with half-yearly sessions in 2026–2028, targeting over 100 executives by year-end, under India-Singapore’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and NUS-ISS of the National University of Singapore (NUS) have formalized a strategic partnership to advance AI governance and digital leadership among Indian enterprises. Signed during the CII Annual Business Summit in May 2026, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) introduces the *Leadership Programme on Artificial Intelligence and Governance*, designed for board members, CXOs, and senior executives navigating AI-driven transformation. The program, previously piloted in Singapore in November 2024, May 2025, and November 2025, will now run biannually through 2028, with over 65 Indian executives already trained. CII and NUS-ISS aim to expand participation to 100+ by 2026, aligning with India-Singapore’s *Digitalisation* and *Skilling* partnership pillars. The initiative will be anchored at CII’s Global Leadership Centre in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, with support from Chief Minister N Chandra Babu Naidu and Singapore’s High Commissioner Simon Wong. Key objectives include equipping leaders with AI governance frameworks and responsible innovation strategies, as outlined by CII’s Director-General Chandrajit Banerjee. NUS-ISS CEO Khoong Chan Meng emphasized the need for future-ready leadership amid AI’s rapid economic impact. The partnership will also explore joint digital upskilling programs, executive education, and knowledge exchange between India and Singapore. CII, representing 9,700+ members across sectors, and NUS, Singapore’s flagship university, will collaborate on specialized training for industry professionals. The MoU underscores both nations’ commitment to fostering AI-driven growth while addressing governance challenges. Programs will focus on strategic digital competencies, ensuring Indian enterprises lead in AI adoption with ethical and scalable frameworks.
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