In a bid to further enhance Assam’s economic landscape, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has spearheaded efforts to position the state as a prime investment destination, ahead of the highly anticipated Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit. Scheduled for February 25-26, 2025, the summit is expected to be a key event in attracting global investments and strengthening Assam’s economic ties with the ASEAN, BIMSTEC, and European Union regions.
The Assam government has already begun its global outreach, with high-level delegations traveling to key international markets. The campaign kicked off with successful roadshows in Mumbai and Delhi, followed by a major push in Bangkok on January 9. There, Assam’s Minister for Revenue and Disaster Management, Shri Keshab Mahanta, engaged with Thai business leaders and government officials to highlight the state’s investment opportunities. Subsequent roadshows in Kuala Lumpur attracted over 150 businesses, including those in semiconductors, infrastructure, and IT, further underlining Assam’s diverse economic potential.
The Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit aligns with India’s Act East Policy, aimed at boosting economic cooperation and cultural ties within the Indo-Pacific region. For Guwahati, this summit promises significant opportunities, positioning the city as a key player in Assam’s rising stature as a regional investment hub.