PANAJI
CM Pramod Sawant on Friday indicated that his government was working on shifting the State’s economic focus from tourism and make it a hub for emerging sectors of industry.
While addressing business leaders and others at the ‘Amazing Goa’ business meet on the lines of the former ‘Vibrant Goa’ summits, Sawant said: “We are moving beyond tourism sector to make Goa a thriving hub for emerging industries that will highlight Goa on global map.”
Sawant mentioned renewable energy and said his government is focused on policies which incentivise clean energy projects. “Today, we embark on creating a vibrant State for investment and a thriving hub for industries. Our government is focused on clean energy projects to make Goa a green energy state,” he further said, adding that the goal is set that Goa is made a 100 per cent renewable energy using State by 2050.
Earlier, Sawant had inaugurated the ‘Amazing Goa’ business meet. Meanwhile, former union minister Suresh Prabhu, who has mentored the summit referred to Goa as the fastest growing State in India and said that it offers immense business opportunities.
“I strongly recommend that businessmen consider Goa for investment and growth, alongside other promising States in India.” Prabhu said.
Amazing Goa Global Business 2024 summit will display new technology, machine learning, Artificial Intelligence and others as its highlights.
It is themed on the premise that Goa does not want industries which are inherently destructive but investment that adds to the vibrant culture of the State. Prabhu said, the State is a place much sought after by everybody but not anybody and everything should be brought to the State.
The summit is being held at the Shyama Prasad Stadium at Bambolim and has brought together entrepreneurs and experts to explore newer pathways for Goa’s economic growth and innovation.
Apart from Sawant and Prabhu, the inaugural also had Rajkumar Kamat (Chairman of Vibrant Goa Foundation), Vinay Verma (Chairman of the Amazing Goa Global Business Summit), Manoj Patil (Vice Chairman of Vibrant Goa Foundation), Mr. Arman Bankley (President of Vibrant Goa Foundation), and Rasik Naik (Founder Trustee).
Amazing Goa Global Business Summit 2024 kicks off
PANAJI: The Amazing Goa Global Business Summit 2024, organised by the Vibrant Goa Foundation in collaboration with the Goa government, began at the Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium, unlocking global business opportunities for the State and exploring new avenues for economic growth.
The Goa MSME Adhiveshan 2.0 focused on ‘Finance and Innovation’ for MSMEs, highlighting the importance of small and medium enterprises in Goa’s economy. The event’s expo showcased local products and services, providing a platform for networking and business exchange. The Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet scheme, under the Central government’s RAMP programme, facilitated over 400 B2B meetings, connecting Goan MSMEs with international delegates.
Sector-focused sessions followed, with industry leaders discussing the latest trends in health and wellness, as well as emerging fields like IT, AI, blockchain, and cybersecurity. The event also featured discussions on entrepreneurship challenges, legal guidance, and the integration of technology in education.
Day two will feature sessions on future tech, global business prospects, and sustainable agriculture, while day three will focus on international trade and innovations.
