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Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said that the government wants to create a path to foster innovation and revamp the investment policy to incorporate the new developments in the investment scenario in Goa.
Addressing a roundtable discussion with Norwegian companies on 'Investment Opportunities in Goa 2020' in association with Norwegian Business Association India (NBAI) on Friday, the Chief Minister emphasised that the government is focused on making the system transparent and bringing ease in doing business in the state.
The programme was organised by the Goa Investment Promotion Board through online mode. It was well received by the companies from both the countries. A total of 57 representatives and officials were part of the discussion, a press release issued by CMO states.
Secretary (Industries) J Ashok Kumar, IAS, informed the participating Norwegian companies that the government is formulating investor-friendly policies to boost investments in Goa.
CEO of Goa Investment Promotion Board gave a detailed outline of the various aspects of the investment process and incentives in the state and invited Norwegian companies to Goa.
Goa Shipyard CMD Cmdr BB Nagpal expressed willingness to work with the Norwegian companies and discussed the different opportunities for joint cooperation.
From Norway, Ambassador to India Hans Jacob Frydenlund expressed keen interest to work with Goan companies. Consul General of Norway Arne Jan Flolo informed the participants that they are willing to work in 5 major sectors mainly ship building, waste management, fisheries, education and port development.
Kristine Anvik Leach, Chairwoman-NBAI assured the members of all support in facilitating investment in the state.
This was first-event of its kind programme with Norwegian investors and more such events with other countries would be held in the days to come, the CMO said.