Northeast is India’s gateway to Southeast Asia: Assam CM Himanta

May 28, 2022

Guwahati (Assam), May 28 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on May 28 participated in the inaugural session of Natural Allies in Development and Interdependence (NADI) conference in Guwahati. Speaking at the inaugural event, CM Himanta said, “Northeast is India’s gateway to Southeast Asia. Our govt is working to make Assam an industrial hub not only for the region but also for catering requirements of ASEAN countries. There’s a need to leverage the advantage of Assam’s unique location.” External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and Foreign Minister of Bangladesh Dr AK Abdul Momen also participated in the inaugural event. NADI is a 2-day conclave.