India — The New Engine of the Global Economy
· World's most populous nation (approx. 1.45 billion), median age 27.9, half the population under 30
· GDP ranking jumped from 14th to 5th — IMF projects 3rd largest economy by 2027
· Household consumption set to triple by 2030, urbanisation accelerating (50% projected to live in cities by 2047)
Sector-Specific Market Opportunities
Beauty & Personal Care
USD 28 bn (2024~25)
→
USD 48.5 bn by 2033
CAGR 5.6~11.5%
Food Processing
USD 389 bn (2024~25)
→
USD 700 bn by 2030
CAGR 12.5%
Construction
INR 25.3 tn (2024~25)
→
INR 39.1 tn by 2029
CAGR 8.8%
Korea-India Economic Cooperation
Korea-India Special Strategic Partnership — bilateral trade continues to expand
KINTEX secured a 20-year concession to operate the Yashobhoomi convention centre (2023~2042)
Surging demand from Korean companies entering India — broad expansion across manufacturing, consumer goods and services