ANI
15 Jan 2022, 13:57 GMT+10
Dubai [UAE], January 15 (ANI/NewsVoir): The state of Goa is ready to showcase its tourism prowess and business opportunities available in the state to global investors during its participation at India Pavilion in EXPO2020 Dubai.
The state's floor was inaugurated yesterday by J Ashok Kumar, Secretary to Chief Minister, SportsYouth Affairs, Tourism, Industries TradeCommerce, Handicrafts TextileCoir, Sanjay Kumar, Secretary - Revenue, Information Technology, LabourEmployment and Swetika Sachan, Director, Directorate of Industries, Government of Goa at the India Pavilion Dubai EXPO2020.
Inaugurating the state's floor, J Ashok Kumar said, "The state of Goa is proud to be a part of the EXPO2020. The state looks forward to this opportunity to showcase its vibrant culture and invite investors to explore our major focus sectors such as AgroFood Processing, ITKnowledge-based Industry, PharmaceuticalBiotechnology, and Tourism."Sanjay Kumar said, "IT is a main area of thrust in the state. We have progressive policies such as the IT Policy 2017, and the Start-up Policy, 2021 with attractive incentive packages. We have also developed a new Electronic Manufacturing Cluster where plots of varying sizes are available for allotment."Swetika Sachan, CEO, Goa Investment Promotion and Facilitation Board said, "I look forward to connecting with the Goan diaspora of the region and discuss the investment potential of the state. IPB is the single window agency of Goa, and we are here to offer the desired support to those looking to Goa for their next investment."Goa will be making a strong pitch to the global investors by showcasing its business capabilities along with its tradition and culture through a series of events exhibiting opportunities across key focus sectors including Education, Tourism, Financial Services, PharmaceuticalsBiotechnology, Agro-based and Food Processing Industries and Aviation, Aerospace and Defence among others.
On the Goa inaugural event, Tadu Mamu, Consul - Press, Information, CultureLabour, said, "Goa is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in India and one of the upcoming investment destinations offering great opportunities. The Goa Week at India Pavilion will host various business meetings and cultural events showcasing the prowess of the state across different sectors."The Goa week will also see industry-specific expert sessions, roundtable discussions, B2BG2G meetings along with cultural performances by renowned artists and Goan Band.
Goa is the smallest state in the country with a rich heritage, serene atmosphere and well-developed infrastructure. Goa's economic growth is driven by the strong performance of its industrial sectors such as tourism, fishing, agriculture and pharmaceuticals.
Tourism is the backbone of the state's economy, with 40 per cent of the population directly or indirectly dependent on it. The state has recently framed a new tourism policy to offer a uniquely Goan experience to visitors by presenting a versatile concoction of historic, natural, ethnic, cultural locations and attractions.
The Goa week will conclude on 20th January 2022.
To know more about India Pavilion at EXPO2020 Dubai, please visit:Website -Facebook -Instagram -Twitter -LinkedIn -YouTube -Koo -To know more about EXPO2020 Dubai, please visit -This story is provided by NewsVoir. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of this article. (ANI/NewsVoir)Get a daily dose of Malaysia Sun news through our daily email, its complimentary and keeps you fully up to date with world and business news as well.
Publish news of your business, community or sports group, personnel appointments, major event and more by submitting a news release to Malaysia Sun.
More InformationBANGKOK, Thailand: Thailand's government is facing its biggest crisis in nearly a year, as Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's...
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 26 (ANI): Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen, Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist Lovlina...
(250626) -- RAJSHAHI, June 26, 2025 (Xinhua) -- A farmer works in a mango orchard in Rajshahi, Bangladesh, on June 25, 2025. Rajshahi...
(250626) -- ZHENGZHOU, June 26, 2025 (Xinhua) -- A staff member works at a workshop of the new energy factory of Zhengzhou Yutong Bus...
Sara Duterte has condemned the detention of her father Rodrigo Duterte as illegal ...
By Diptayan Hazra Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 26 (ANI): India's rugby landscape is entering a thrilling new era, and leading...
LONDON, U.K.: Amazon has once again been rated the worst major UK grocery retailer by its suppliers when it comes to following fair...
LONDON/NEW YORK/CHICAGO: In suburban Chicago, just 15 minutes from O'Hare International Airport, a small customs brokerage quietly...
NEW YORK, New York, - U.S. stocks were split, but little moved Wednesday after a positive start to the week heralded by a two-day rally....
NEW YORK CITY, New York: Elon Musk is taking a big step toward making his long-promised robotaxi dream a reality. Over the weekend,...
PLANO, Texas: Toyota Motor will raise prices across a range of vehicles in the United States starting next month, the Japanese automaker...
WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. business activity showed signs of softening in June while inflationary pressures continued to build, driven...