New Delhi: As India advances towards a larger role in global commerce, the future of international business will depend not only on economic opportunities but also on the strength of the systems supporting those opportunities.
Businesses entering new markets require more than access to customers and investments. They require legal certainty, institutional guidance, regulatory understanding, reliable partnerships and effective mechanisms to manage commercial challenges.
Recognising the growing importance of this ecosystem, Advocate Jatin Sharma has been appointed as National Chairman – Legal Services Committee (India) of the Asian-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AACCI), placing him in a leadership role focused on strengthening the relationship between law, business and international economic cooperation.
The appointment comes at a time when India's commercial engagement with global markets is expanding rapidly, with businesses exploring opportunities across Asia, Africa and other emerging economic regions.
For Sharma, the responsibility represents a transition from individual legal practice to a broader institutional role—one focused on strengthening the support structures that enable businesses to grow, collaborate and resolve challenges more efficiently.
From Legal Practice to Business Ecosystem Leadership
Advocate Jatin Sharma is the Founder of Jurist & Jurist International Law Firm, established in 2012, and has built a multidisciplinary legal practice covering corporate and commercial laws, arbitration, insolvency, intellectual property rights, cybersecurity and data protection, regulatory advisory, real estate, banking and business-related disputes.
Over nearly 15 years of professional practice, Sharma has worked at the intersection of law and commerce, advising and representing businesses on matters where legal decisions directly influence commercial outcomes.
His professional approach has been based on a broader understanding that modern businesses do not require legal assistance only when disputes arise. They require continuous legal preparedness—during transactions, expansions, partnerships, regulatory engagements and strategic decision-making.
This perspective has become increasingly important as businesses operate in an environment shaped by changing regulations, technology-driven disruptions and cross-border commercial opportunities.
Sharma's academic and professional journey reflects this multidisciplinary approach. Beginning with commerce, he pursued legal education including an LL.M. in Corporate Laws, along with advanced studies and professional training in business management, finance, mergers and acquisitions, commercial arbitration, international business, international law and conflict resolution.
This combination of legal expertise and commercial understanding forms the foundation of his approach towards his new institutional responsibility.
A Legal Vision Supporting India's Global Business Growth
India's emergence as a major economic force has created opportunities for businesses across manufacturing, technology, healthcare, infrastructure, professional services and emerging sectors.
However, global expansion also brings complexities. Businesses entering international markets must navigate different legal systems, regulatory requirements, contractual practices and commercial expectations.
For many MSMEs and emerging enterprises, the challenge is not the absence of opportunity but the absence of structured support required to confidently pursue those opportunities.
Sharing his perspective on India's evolving business landscape, Sharma highlighted that the country's entrepreneurs and enterprises possess the capability to compete globally, but require stronger ecosystems to support sustainable growth.
“India today stands at an important stage of economic transformation. Our entrepreneurs, industries and MSMEs have the capability to compete globally. The next requirement is to strengthen the ecosystem around them so that businesses can expand with greater confidence, proper legal preparedness and institutional support,” Sharma stated.
According to Sharma, strengthening business confidence requires a collaborative approach involving industries, professional experts, institutions and policymakers.
Building a Stronger India–Asia–Africa Business Corridor
Through his responsibility as National Chairman – Legal Services Committee (India), AACCI, Sharma aims to contribute towards creating stronger mechanisms that support businesses connected with India, Asia and Africa.
The focus is expected to extend beyond traditional business networking and towards developing practical support systems that help enterprises understand risks, structure relationships effectively and address challenges through institutional engagement.
For Indian businesses exploring international markets, as well as global companies looking towards India, reliable legal and commercial support can significantly influence the success of cross-border ventures.
Speaking about India's potential role in international commerce, Sharma emphasised that the country can become a trusted connector between businesses across regions.
“India's opportunity is not only to participate in global economic growth but also to become a trusted bridge connecting industries, entrepreneurs and institutions across continents. When businesses have confidence in the ecosystem supporting them, they are more willing to invest, collaborate and create long-term partnerships,” Sharma stated.
The larger objective is to support a business environment where opportunities are supported by appropriate guidance, stronger commercial practices and effective institutional coordination.
Empowering Industries and MSMEs Through Institutional Support
One of the important areas requiring attention is enabling India's MSMEs and emerging enterprises to participate more effectively in international commerce.
While large corporations often have access to international advisers, overseas offices and specialised resources, smaller businesses frequently face challenges relating to market entry, regulatory understanding, contractual safeguards and business risk assessment.
A manufacturer exploring exports, a technology company seeking international partnerships or an overseas enterprise entering India all require reliable information and appropriate support systems.
Sharma believes that strengthening the connection between industries, MSMEs, professional experts and institutions can help address these challenges more effectively.
The objective is not to replace existing legal, governmental or professional mechanisms but to create better coordination among stakeholders so that business concerns can be identified early, solutions can be developed and enterprises can focus on sustainable growth.
Creating a Preventive and Solution-Oriented Business Environment
With significant experience in commercial disputes and arbitration, Sharma brings to AACCI a perspective that extends beyond traditional dispute resolution.
He believes that a modern legal ecosystem must focus not only on resolving conflicts but also on creating conditions where businesses receive appropriate guidance before challenges become complex disputes.
Explaining this approach, Sharma stated:
“A strong business environment is created when industries, MSMEs, professionals and institutions work together with a shared objective. When businesses have access to proper guidance, institutional support and a platform to communicate their concerns, many challenges can be addressed at an early stage.”
He further added:
“The role of legal support is not limited to resolving disputes. It is equally about creating confidence, encouraging responsible business practices, supporting compliance and enabling smoother commercial operations.”
Through his AACCI role, Sharma aims to encourage a more proactive approach where businesses are supported through better awareness, stronger engagement and structured solutions.
Recognition and Professional Journey
Sharma's professional journey has received recognition through various media platforms. The Tribune featured him among its “2026's Most Influential Personalities Making an Impact,” while First India previously highlighted his work and professional approach in the areas of corporate and intellectual property law.
These recognitions reflect a professional journey that has gradually expanded from conventional legal practice towards broader engagement with business advisory, institutional development and emerging areas of commercial law.
His appointment at AACCI now provides a wider platform to contribute towards strengthening the ecosystem supporting businesses and industries.
A New Chapter of Institutional Responsibility
A national leadership position carries responsibilities beyond professional recognition. Its significance lies in the ability to create meaningful outcomes for the stakeholders connected with that responsibility.
For Sharma, the focus ahead is to contribute towards stronger business confidence, improved institutional coordination, better legal preparedness and a more efficient environment for enterprises operating in domestic and international markets.
As India continues its journey towards deeper global economic integration, the role of professionals who understand both law and commerce will become increasingly significant.
The appointment of Advocate Jatin Sharma as National Chairman – Legal Services Committee (India), AACCI, therefore represents not only a professional milestone but also an opportunity to contribute towards a larger national objective:
building a stronger, more trusted and more efficient India–Asia–Africa business ecosystem where enterprises can collaborate, grow and compete confidently in the global marketplace.
