Career diplomat in the Indian Foreign Service, with over three decades of leadership in international relations, economic diplomacy, energy policy, and global governance. Superannuated in September 2025 as Secretary to the Government of India.
Served as Ambassador to the UAE (2021–2025) and the Maldives (2019–2021), spearheading strategic initiatives in trade, investment, education, and technology. Played a pivotal role in negotiating and implementing the India–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and facilitating the establishment of the first overseas campuses of IIT Delhi (Abu Dhabi) and IIM Ahmedabad (Dubai).
Recognized for board-level governance in India’s energy sector, expertise in WTO and trade law, and successful navigation of complex geopolitical challenges. Published, multilingual (English, Hindi, Arabic), and committed to advancing global cooperation through knowledge partnerships, innovation ecosystems, and executive education.
Primary Area : JSW-SPP
Email : sunjaysudhir@iima.ac.in
Phone : +91-79-7152 4340
Secretary : Anjanakumari BVN
Phone : +91-79-7152 4961
Bachelor of Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, 1984–88
Course in Diplomatic Studies, Oxford University, 2001–2002
WTO-certified courses in TRIPS & Public Health, WTO Law & Jurisprudence, and WTO
Dispute Settlement Mechanisms
Ambassador of India to the UAE & Permanent Representative to IRENA (2021 – 2025)
Ambassador of India to the Maldives (2019 – 2021)
Head, International Cooperation Division, Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (2015 – 2019)
Chief of Staff to the External Affairs Minister (2012 – 2014)
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