Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Japan's State Minister of Justice in Tokyo

Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is on an exciting diplomatic mission in Japan, meeting key government officials and business leaders. During his visit to Tokyo, he met with Japan's State Minister of Justice to discuss potential industrial collaborations and workforce exchange programs. The Chief Minister is actively promoting Assam as an attractive investment destination through his Advantage Assam Roadshow. His discussions highlight the growing strategic partnership between India and Japan, focusing on mutual economic and cultural opportunities.

"We had an insightful conversation on the shared values and ethos that tie India and Japan" - Himanta Biswa Sarma

by ANI January 23, 2025 78 views

Tokyo January 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday met Japan's State Minister of Justice Komura Masahiro and discussed about the Assam government's plans to establish an industrial park dedicated to Japanese companies in the state.

Key Points

1. Proposed industrial park for Japanese companies in Assam

2. Exploring skilled workforce exchange between India and Japan

3. Diplomatic engagement to attract international investments

4. Cultural and spiritual connections through Buddhist ideals

The duo also had a conversation on the shared values and ethos that tie India and Japan.

Taking to X, CM Sarma wrote, "It was a privilege to meet H.E. Mr. Komura Masahiro, Japan's State Minister of Justice. We had an insightful conversation on the shared values and ethos that tie India and Japan, and particularly how ideals of Buddha form a spiritual bridge between our two societies."

"During my discussion, I underlined Government of Assam's intention to establish an industrial park dedicated to Japanese companies. We also spoke at length at how talented youths from Assam can help bridge the demand for skilled workforce in Japan, through ongoing programs between our countries," the social post reads.

https://x.com/himantabiswa/status/1882287278288142653

Earlier on Wednesday, after winding up the visit to Seoul for the first leg of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Roadshow, Assam CM Sarma reached Tokyo, to take forward the Advantage Assam Roadshow.

The Chief Minister began his day by paying tributes to the father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi at Edogawa where he was accorded a warm reception by the Assamese diaspora with whom he had a heartful interaction and savoured homemade Assamese delicacies, as per a press release from Assam Chief Minister's Office.

Himanta Biswa Sarma thereafter began his official engagements for the day by addressing the Advantage Assam Roadshow amidst attendance of 160 business leaders.

Sharing a post on X, he wrote, "Had a very engaging Day 1 in Japan where I had meetings with over 160 industry leaders and outlined our vision of Simplicity, Transparency, Efficiency and Effective Policy to attract investments into Assam."

The Chief Minister highlighted the close Indo-Japan ties and Japan's continued support in a host of projects ongoing in Assam in the fields of urban development, infrastructure, healthcare, manpower among others.

Earlier this week, CM Sarma concluded the first phase of his International Roadshow in South Korea for Advantage Assam 2.0. He had multiple productive meetings with stakeholders in sectors like renewable energy, semiconductors, and small and medium enterprises.