Better connectivity will transform Northeastern state's economy, says EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar

Better connectivity is central for ease of doing business and it is the key priority of the Modi Government, said Union Minister for External Affairs Dr. S. Jaishankar in Guwahati while inaugurating the 3rd Natural Allies in Development and Interdependence (NADI) conclave. The Union Minister said that India is more connected to the Northeastern states and the states are also more connected to India's neighbors, better connectivity will completely transform this region's economy. Instead of considering this region as frontiers, it may be regarded as the hub for development as it has resources and skills. This region can be the outlet for India's global access, as pointed out by the Union Minister. The External Affairs Minister informed that India's economic resources are directly connected to the development of the East and the Act East Policy and the Neighbourhood Policy are working on this. Speaking at Conclave, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Sarbananda Sonowal advocated for ecologically responsible economic growth in the Southeast Asian region.