India-US Working Group on Education and Skill Development virtually launched

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The Ministry of Education, Government of India and US Department of State on 22 May launched the India-US Working Group on Education and Skill Development in virtual mode.

An overview of the news

• Its aim is to enhance cooperation and collaboration between the two countries in the field of education and skill development. 

• Both sides acknowledged the importance of skilling and vocational education in an industry-centric era.

• Recognizing the need to align skill training programs with industry requirements, both sides agreed to promote partnerships between educational institutions, industry stakeholders and relevant government agencies.

• The collaboration aims to bridge the skill gap, increase employability and promote entrepreneurship in both the countries.

• The delegations from both sides expressed their commitment to strengthen cooperation in education and skill development between India and the United States.

• The establishment of an India-US Working Group on Education and Skill Development was announced during the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue held between India and the US in Washington DC in April 2022.

Topic of discussion

• Skilling and vocational education

• Certification and recognition

• Matchmaking between U.S. and Indian higher educational institutions

• Engaging with the Private Sector