Foreign Diplomats Express Interest in Exploring Investment and Collaboration Opportunities in Northeast India
Why in News?
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The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) hosted an Ambassadors’ Meet in New Delhi, where diplomats from over 80 countries showed strong interest in exploring investment and partnership opportunities in India’s North Eastern Region (NER). The event was held as a pre-summit activity for the upcoming North East Investors Summit scheduled on May 23–24, 2025.
Important Key Points:
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International Engagement:
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Ambassadors, High Commissioners, and senior diplomats from 80+ countries participated.
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Purpose: To foster global investment and cooperation in India’s Northeast.
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Keynote Address by Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia:
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Emphasized NER’s strategic importance — economically, culturally, and geopolitically.
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Stated that NER is poised to become an economic powerhouse.
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Highlighted its role in the Act East Policy as India’s gateway to Southeast Asia.
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Focus Areas Highlighted by DoNER:
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Connectivity (air, road, rail, and waterways).
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Investment in sectors like IT, healthcare, agriculture, education, sports, tourism, infrastructure, textiles, and energy.
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Statements by Other Leaders:
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MoS Dr. Sukanta Majumdar reiterated NER’s key role in Viksit Bharat.
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CM Pema Khandu of Arunachal Pradesh praised NER’s unique strengths.
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S. Jaishankar (via video) emphasized the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Project and NER’s export potential.
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Secretary Chanchal Kumar’s Presentation:
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Outlined sector-wise investment opportunities.
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Assured MDoNER’s readiness to work with global investors, agencies, and diplomatic missions.
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Upcoming Event:
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This meet is part of the lead-up to the North East Investors Summit (May 23–24, 2025).
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Aimed at building long-term partnerships and promoting sustainable development in the NER.
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