Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma concluded the state’s debut participation at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, unlocking new investment opportunities and enhancing Assam’s global economic outreach. Sarma engaged with global business leaders, policymakers, and changemakers, paving the way for long-term benefits for the state. He expressed optimism about the outcomes of the visit, which will be shared upon his return to Assam.
During the Davos meetings, Assam inked Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) totaling around Rs 1 lakh crore, showcasing strong global investor confidence in the state’s growth potential and policy framework. The Chief Minister held numerous bilateral meetings with industry representatives from sectors like infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, technology, and agri-based industries. Sarma also met diplomats from over 20 countries, underscoring Assam’s strategic importance in India’s Act East Policy and its role as a gateway to Southeast Asia.
Additionally, Sarma participated in multilateral sessions, emphasizing Assam’s development journey, investor-friendly policies, and the Northeast’s increasing economic significance. He highlighted the state’s focused investment approach, emphasizing equal treatment for all investors. The engagements at Davos aimed not only at attracting investments but also at acquiring global insights, best practices, and partnerships to shape Assam’s future growth and integration into global value chains.
The Chief Minister’s presence at Davos signifies a significant step in positioning Assam as an emerging investment destination on the global platform.
