Gujarats Deputy CM Invites Japanese Investors to Explore Opportunities

Gandhinagar, October 19 (Daily Kiran) : Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi, during his visit to Japan for the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, hosted a high-level roundtable titled "Invest in Gujarat" in Osaka on Monday. This meeting brought together prominent Japanese industrialists and investors, aiming to enhance economic ties and foster strategic partnerships between Gujarat and Japan.Addressing global industry representatives, Sanghvi extended a warm welcome on behalf of Gujarat, the land of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel. He highlighted Japan as the "Land of the Rising Sun" while referring to Gujarat as the "Land of Emerging Opportunities." He emphasized that the relationship between India and Japan transcends mere trade, rooted in mutual trust, respect, shared values, and cultural ties. The friendship between the two nations is historic, and both stand on the brink of limitless new opportunities for growth.Sanghvi presented impressive statistics showcasing Gujarat's economic potential. Despite comprising only 5% of India's population, the state contributes over 8% to the national GDP. Gujarat accounts for 18% of the country’s total industrial output and is responsible for nearly one-third of India's total exports. Furthermore, 40% of India's cargo handling is conducted through Gujarat's ports, with 65% of the state's energy sourced from renewable resources.He described Gujarat as synonymous with "Speed, Scale, and Stability," noting the state's rapid decision-making and transparent policies. Gujarat serves as the gateway to India, which in turn is the gateway to the world. Highlighting the existing ties between Japan and Gujarat, he noted that Suzuki, the bullet train project, and Japanese industrial parks demonstrate Japan's comfort in Gujarat. Looking ahead, Sanghvi outlined Gujarat's emerging role in cutting-edge sectors such as semiconductors, green energy, electric vehicles (EVs), and electronics.He asserted that Japan's advanced technology, combined with Gujarat's exceptional talent, positions both to lead on the global stage. He concluded by inviting Japanese investors to attend the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, encouraging them to "come, see, invest, and grow with us."