JICA Marks Launch of AGC Asia Pacific (India) AAPI Innovation Hub at IIT Hyderabad to Strengthen DX Talent Development and Industry–Academia Collaboration

Hyderabad, 21 May 2026: The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) attended the inauguration of the AGC Asia Pacific (India) Pvt. Ltd., AAPI Innovation Hub (AI-Hub) at the campus of Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT-H), on 21^st May 2026, marking a significant step toward strengthening digital transformation (DX) talent development and industry - academia collaboration in India.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by key representatives from IIT-H, JICA, and other distinguished representatives from academia, industry, and government agencies.

Established in partnership with IIT-H, the AI- Hub aims to promote technological advancement and foster practical skill development through internships, joint research programs, and collaborative innovation initiatives. The hub is expected to support AGC’s broader DX efforts by creating opportunities for students and researchers to work on real-world industry challenges while contributing to the advancement of emerging technologies.

AGC Asia Pacific India and IIT-H have previously collaborated on internships and joint research initiatives, particularly in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Building on the success of these engagements, AI- Hub will further deepen and expand its collaboration with IIT-H in a more strategic and sustained manner.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. TAKEUCHI Takuro, Chief Representative, JICA India, said, “India and Japan share a vision rooted in innovation, technology, and human capital development. AI-Hub in India reflects the growing strength of the Indo-Japan partnership, where digital transformation is not only advancing industrial competitiveness but also nurturing globally skilled talent. Through collaborative innovation, knowledge exchange, and technology-led growth, such initiatives will further deepen bilateral cooperation and contribute to building resilient and future-ready industries across both nations.”

The initiative forms part of the AGC Group’s ongoing digital transformation (DX) efforts in India and reinforces its commitment to open innovation, talent development, and technological excellence. Through closer engagement with IIT-H, AGC Asia Pacific India aims to contribute to the development of future talent while further enhancing the Group’s technological capabilities.

About the AGC Group
AGC Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, President & CEO: HIRAI Yoshinori) is the parent company of the AGC Group, a world-leading glass solution provider and supplier of flat, automotive and display glass, chemicals, ceramics and other high-tech materials and components. Based on more than a century of technical innovation, the AGC Group has developed a wide range of cutting-edge products. The AGC Group employs some 56,000 people worldwide and generates annual sales of approximately 1.7 trillion Japanese yen through business in about 30 countries.
(Link) www.agc.com/en

About Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is Japan’s primary governmental agency responsible for delivering official development assistance (ODA) to partner countries worldwide. JICA plays a central role in advancing international cooperation and sustainable development for more than 150 countries including India.
(Link) https://www.jica.go.jp/english/overseas/india/index.html