James Lawless, the Ireland Education Minister, visited IIT Delhi on 17th March, 2025 to explore collaborative opportunities. He interacted with the IIT Delhi community. The Irish government is committed to strengthening these educational ties by introducing new scholarship programs and financial aid opportunities specifically designed for Indian students.
Lawless also highlighted the growing collaboration between India and Ireland in research and innovation. Ireland is seeking to strengthen its collaboration with India in the areas of trade, education, and research, according to James Lawless, Ireland’s Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science. During his first visit to India, Lawless emphasized the strong and growing ties between the two nations, highlighting Ireland as a prominent destination for Indian students. He also shared that he had an engaging discussion with the team at IIT Delhi during his visit.