Under the leadership of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Assam government has intensified efforts to attract global investments ahead of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit, scheduled to take place from 25th to 26th February 2025. To this end, high-level delegations have been sent to ASEAN, BIMSTEC, and European Union-associated regions to host roadshows promoting Assam’s vast economic potential.
Following successful roadshows in Mumbai and Delhi, the international campaign began on 9th January in Bangkok, where Ambassador Nagesh Singh welcomed Shri Keshab Mahanta, Assam’s Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management, IT, and Science & Technology. Shri Mahanta met with Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism & Sports, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Commerce, and Board of Investment, along with other key stakeholders.
The delegation then proceeded to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where they organized another roadshow to showcase Assam’s investment potential. The event attracted over 150 businesses which had representatives from diverse industries, including semiconductors, infrastructure, tourism, oil palm, and IT. Shri Mahanta also held meetings with prominent business chambers in Malaysia. Addressing the attendees, the Deputy High Commissioner, Subhashini Narayanan, invited them to explore Assam’s opportunities and become integral to its growth story.
