7th WORLD SME DAY 2026 · GLOBAL EDITION
In Partnership With
GLOBAL BUSINESS
CONVERGENCE SUMMIT
“CONNECT. COLLABORATE. PROSPER.”
Building Bridges Between Nations, Businesses & Opportunity
Date: June 30, 2026
Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (IST)
Venue: The Grand , New Delhi, India
Format: In-Person Event
150+
Global Business Leaders
40+
Countries Represented
2L+
Database Network
8
Awards Categories
1 Day
Infinite Impact
8 distinct award categories recognizing excellence in SME
innovation, global trade & sustainability.
About the Convergence
Powered by WASME — the global voice of SMEs since 1980
World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (WASME)
WASME is the world’s foremost institution dedicated to the advancement of small and medium enterprises globally. Recognised by the United Nations with Consultative and Observer Status, WASME connects entrepreneurs, governments, and institutions across 100+ countries through its network of over 200,000 businesses worldwide. WASME champions the voice of entrepreneurs on the global stage — from UN forums to bilateral trade missions.
UN Consultative
| Observer Status
100+
Countries Network
200K+
Businesses & Institutions
Global advocacy since 1980
The Three Pillars of Impact
“CONNECT. COLLABORATE. PROSPER.” — Live, in New Delhi
CONNECT
Ambassadors, entrepreneurs & investors from 40+ nations in one powerful room on one transformative day. Forge cross-border relationships that redefine markets.
COLLABORATE
Joint ventures, MoUs, business corridors, supply agreements and technology transfers — facilitated live. Turn conversations into concrete partnerships.
PROSPER
Every meeting, every deal, every handshake is an business in shared prosperity across borders. Sustainable growth powered by inclusive SME ecosystems.
Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 8
Decent Work & Economic Growth
SDG 9
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
SDG 17
Partnerships for the Goals
Through inclusive entrepreneurship and global collaboration, the summit directly contributes to the 2030 Agenda.
Indian National Vision
In resonance with India's transformative journey, the Summit supports key national imperatives that empower MSMEs and drive self-reliance.
Atmanirbhar Bharat
Make in India
Amrit Kaal
Catalyzing SME-led growth for India's $5 trillion
economy vision
Part of WASME’s global flagship
initiative — uniting 100+ countries under one vision:
SMEs as engines of inclusive prosperity
Summit Agenda
A dynamic day of high-impact sessions, curated matchmaking,
and global recognition
9:00 – 10:00 AM
ACT I · Registration & Informal Networking
Grand In-Person
Welcome
Personalized badges, country corridor maps, event
kits. Networking breakfast with curated seating by sector and country
interest. Exhibition walk: sponsor displays, country business desks open
for exploration. WASME B2B matchmaking app active — confirm pre-scheduled
meetings. Ambassador Lounge open: Embassy officials hosted for pre-event
briefings.
10:00 – 1:00 PM
ACT I (continued) · Exclusive B2G & B2B Sessions +
Matchmaking
B2G Power Hour
(10:00–11:00)
Pre-scheduled 10-min 1:1 meetings — Ambassadors &
Entrepreneurs
Networking Break
(11:00–11:15): Tea & coffee, hosted desks fully staffed
B2B Match Lab (11:15–12:15)
AI-matched 1:1 meetings + 30+ pods — sector speed
networking
business Corridor
Sessions (12:15–1:00)
Europe · Asia · Africa · Latin America activations
MoU Signing
Lounge open throughout for formalising partnerships and agreements
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Gala In-Person Networking Lunch
Curated table seating — entrepreneurs placed with
matched Ambassadors & corridor contacts. Ambassador-hosted tables:
businesses pre-nominated for intimate diplomatic dining. MoU Lounge
continues: WASME documentation support for delegations finalising
agreements. Multi-regional cuisine celebrating the diversity of 40+
participating nations.
2:30 – 3:00 PM
ACT II · Inaugural Ceremony
Welcome — Summit vision and expected outcomes.
Chief Guest: Senior Government of India Representative
(Ministry of MSME / Commerce). Guest of Honour: Senior
Ambassador representing all 40+ country delegations. UN / International
address — Summit’s alignment with global development goals. Cultural
invocation representing India’s Amrit Kaal spirit.
3:00 – 3:30 PM
ACT II · Investors Round Table Discussion
Live moderated dialogue — 6 seats: 2 Ambassadors + 2
Investors + 2 Entrepreneurs. No presentations, no slides — raw, unscripted
dialogue on real business opportunities. business pledges and
commitments captured live and published in Summit outcome report.
3:30 – 4:00 PM
ACT III · Featured Presentations
Presentation 1 (7 min): Country /
corridor business opportunity — full audience of 150+ entrepreneurs.
Presentation 2 (7 min): Business innovation showcase or Embassy business pitch.
Both presenters get a dedicated networking stand with 15-min high-traffic interaction window.
Presentation 2 (7 min): Business innovation showcase or Embassy business pitch.
Both presenters get a dedicated networking stand with 15-min high-traffic interaction window.
4:00 – 4:45 PM
ACT III · WASME Global Awards Ceremony
8 prestigious awards recognising entrepreneurs for
contribution to national development. Award categories:
National Development Champion
Export Excellence
Make in India Pioneer
Women Entrepreneur
Global business Bridge
Sustainability
Digital Innovation
Lifetime Achievement
4:45 – 5:00 PM
Close · Vote of Thanks & New Delhi Declaration
2026
Summit outcomes announced — MoUs signed, business
commitments documented. New Delhi Declaration 2026: Joint
commitment by all participating nations on trade & enterprise. Vote of
thanks to Ambassadors, Chief Guest, sponsors, and all delegates. Official
close: 5:00 PM.
All timings are in IST. Schedule subject to minor changes.
Strategic business Corridors
Curated bilateral bridges connecting entrepreneurs to
high-growth markets
Europe Corridor
10 Nations
€18T Combined
GDP
Gateway to EU Single Market — the world’s largest single trading bloc.
Germany & France as anchor markets · Malta & Cyprus as business
gateways.
Participating Nations
Austria
Belarus
Bosnia
Bulgaria
Cyprus
Czech
Estonia
France
Germany
Iceland
Italy
Netherlands
Poland
Russia
Slovenia
Slovak Republic
Malta
Asia Corridor
10 Nations
60% of World
GDP
World’s fastest-growing economic region — India as anchor business
destination. Vietnam & Indonesia as China+1 manufacturing hubs · South
Korea for K-Tech.
Participating Nations
Armenia
India
China
South
Korea
Fiji
Malaysia
Mauritius
Maldives
Vietnam
Indonesia
Sri
Lanka
Timor
Papua
Africa Corridor
13 Nations
1.4B
Consumers
World’s fastest-growing consumer market with deep India-Africa
historical ties. Nigeria & Ethiopia as manufacturing powerhouses · Kenya
& Rwanda as digital hubs.
Participating Nations
Algeria
Tanzania
Chad
Ethiopia
Kenya
Madagascar
Mali
Mauritius
Morocco
Namibia
Niger
Nigeria
Rwanda
Seychelles
South
Africa
Togo
Tunisia
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Papua New
Guinea
Mongolia
Guinea
Latin America Corridor
10 Nations
650M
Population
Untapped frontier for Indian entrepreneurs — Panama as global logistics
gateway. Panama for North/South America access · El Salvador’s emerging
tech ecosystem.
Participating Nations
Argentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Colombia
Ecuador
El
Salvador
Guyana
Honduras
Malaysia
Panama
Suriname
Timor-Leste
Trinidad and Tobago
Tailored Value Propositions
Designed to deliver measurable outcomes for diplomatic
missions and business leaders
For Government Ambassadors & Embassies
10
business-Ready Clients
WASME pre-vets and matches minimum 10
business-ready entrepreneurs to each Embassy's exact sector
requirements — direct leads, not general audiences.
150+
Entrepreneur Interactions
Single-day access to 150+ quali
ied business leaders and founders — equivalent of 6 months of
bilateral
trade events 2,00,000+ Database Branding Embassy/Country brand
exposure across WASME's entire global
database — newsletters, digital campaigns, event collateral,
social media
WASME
Global Award
Prestigious award from WASME
(UN-accredited) — elevating bilateral trade narrative and
diplomatic visibility internationally.
Guest of
Honour Protocol
Speech slot, full on-stage facilitation,
premium media coverage and protocol befitting the diplomatic
office.
Exclusive
Post-Summit Embassy Session
WASME organises a targeted,
invitation-only business delegation visit to your Embassy — 10
matched clients, your space, your terms.
WASME
Partnership Agreement
Formal year-round trade facilitation
agreement between your Embassy/Government and WASME enabling
ongoing business introductions.
UN-accredited recognition · Elevate bilateral trade narrative
For Entrepreneurs & Businesses
Direct
Ambassador Access
Unprecedented 1:1 access to Ambassadors
and Embassy officials from 40+ countries — diplomacy typically
reserved for large corporations, now open to you.
150+
Qualified Business Network
Curated networking with decision-makers
across manufacturing, services, technology, agriculture and
healthcare — all in one room.
International Brand
Visibility
Your brand reaches 40+ countries via
WASME's 2,00,000+ database, Summit media coverage, and Embassy
communications networks.
MoU &
Agreement Platform
On-site legal facilitation for MoUs, Joint
Venture agreements, supply contracts, and WASME institutional
agreements.
Complimentary WASME
Business
Club
Access to global business network,
UN-linked advocacy, and database.
Export &
business Deal Closure
Structured environment for export deals,
distribution partnerships, and business discussions with
representatives from 40+ nations.
Join 150+ global leaders · Unlock 40+ markets
Sponsorship Opportunities
Elevate your brand, connect with global leaders,
and drive impactful partnerships
STRICTLY LIMITED
Platinum
Maximum visibility & exclusive engagement
- Exclusive 9'×9' physical display booth
- 7-min Featured Presentation — main stage
- Brand on every event touchpoint
- 2,00,000+ WASME global database
- Full registered participant data
- 4 facilitated Ambassador 1:1 meetings
- VIP table at Gala Lunch — seated
- WASME Platinum Partner Award
RECOMMENDED
Gold
Premium brand presence & strategic matchmaking
- Exclusive 5-min Featured Presentation
- Premium branding — main backdrop, standee
- 2,00,000+ WASME database access
- Full registered participant data
- 2 facilitated Ambassador 1:1 meetings
- WASME Gold Partner Award ceremony
- 6 months digital branding on WASME platform
FOR EMBASSIES
Country Partner
Co-brand your business corridor session
- Co-brand your business corridor session
- Dedicated in-person country business meeting
- Co-present business dossier to 150+ business
- 10 pre-matched business-ready clients
- Post-Summit exclusive Embassy session
- Formal WASME Partnership Agreement
Additional Sponsor Value
Visibility to
2,00,000+ global business database
Registered
delegate data for targeted follow-up
Live
networking with 150+ businesses + Ambassadors
Brand in Summit
media coverage across 150+ countries
WASME
digital channels for 6–12 months post-event
Value for All Participants
Knowledge
from global business experts & officials
AI-matched B2B
meetings — zero wasted conversations
business
corridor dossiers in welcome kit
Complimentary
WASME membership (year-round access)
Certificate
from UN-accredited institution
Networking
breakfast · Gala lunch · Refreshments
Post-event
follow-up Embassy sessions
WASME GLOBAL AWARDS 2026
Honouring Entrepreneurs in National Development
National Development Champion
Export Excellence Award
Make in India Pioneer
Women Entrepreneur of the Year
Global business Bridge
Sustainable Business Leadership
Digital Innovation Award
WASME Lifetime Achievement
Event Brochures
Download detailed information about the summit and sponsorship opportunities