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Naveen Invites Japanese Investors: 25K Cr Investment Proposal Pledge

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has invited Japanese investors to explore Odisha as a potential destination for the businesses. The Chief Minister met several senior industrialists across sectors for one-to-one meetings in Tokyo to discuss their plans for investments in  India and presented the case for Odisha being the best investment destination for them. During the discussions, the Chief Minister highlighted the major pro-business reforms undertaken by his Government and asked the Industrialists to explore Odisha as a potential destination for their businesses. The Government of Odisha association with the Indian Embassy in Japan, the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), and the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), hosted the Odisha Business Meet Tokyo 2023 on 5th April 2023.

Naveen Patnaik, Chief Minister of Odisha, Kazuya Nakajo, Executive Vice President, JETRO, and Senior Officials from the Government of Odisha, IPICOL & FICCI were present in the meeting, which was attended by over 200 delegates, representing various industries from across Japan. The CM highlighted how Odisha is becoming the fulcrum of trade and commerce in the Bay of Bengal region and the measures the Government of Odisha has undertaken to help industries looking to cater to the untapped markets in Eastern and North Eastern India as well as markets in ASEAN and East Asia region.

Speaking about industrialization in this era of technological innovations, the CM said “As we enter into a new era of industrialization propelled by advancements in technology and a philosophy of sustainability, we require a collaborative effort between the governments, industries and people to ensure consistent growth.” The Chief Minister added, “Odisha, a state known for its rich culture and tradition, is transforming into a modern industrial hub.

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