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Consul General of Japan in Kolkata concluded his three-day visit to Odisha

Bhubaneswar, 12th November 2021: Today, Nakamura Yutaka, the Consul General to Japan in Kolkata led delegation concluded their visit to Odisha. The delegation was in Odisha to explore and discuss various partnership opportunities in the state.

Yutaka met officials of the Industrial Promotion & Investment Corporation of Odisha Limited (IPICOL) & IDCO and discussed the potential business tie-ups between Japan and Odisha, followed by a visit accompanied by CGM, IPICOL to the Indo-Nissin Factory in Khordha Industrial Estate. Indo-Nissin, a popular name in the instant food industry, has been blossoming over the years, and Mr. Yutaka expressed his happiness at the progress made & the proposed expansion plans of the company. On the following day, the Consul General made his way to the Gopalpur Industrial Park and visited Tata SEZ and various other facilities. 

During this visit, the Japanese Consul reflected on the growing Indo-Japan commercial ties which he attributed to stable governance, seamless connectivity by sea, road, and air, a conducive business environment, and the ease of doing business which are attractive value additions for the Japanese Industries that are currently shifting their focus from the Northern regions of India to the eastern parts of the country. 

Successful business ties in long term could result in an increased frequency of investment from abroad and the progressive policies rolled out by the government of Odisha in favor of industries is sure to put Odisha at the forefront of industrially developed states in the country. 

About Odisha:

Located on the east coast of India, Odisha has a coastline of 480 km along the Bay of Bengal. The modern State of Odisha was formed on 1 April 1936 but its history dates to the era of Kalinga mentioned in the Mahabharata. Over the years the state has maintained a unique cultural identity distinct from all of its neighboring States. Traditionally, the State has been known for its mineral and mining strength. Since the turn of the millennium, the focus of the State has shifted to manufacturing and services industrial growth. The State Government has also taken several unique initiatives to ensure that a hassle-free and conducive business environment is provided to the investors setting up units in the State. This website is a one-stop location for all such information.

About IPICOL: 

Industrial Promotion and Investment Corporation of Odisha (IPICOL) is the single point of contact for all industrial investments in the State. IPICOL is responsible for devising the investment promotion, facilitation, and aftercare strategy for the state of Odisha. IPICOL, as the investment promotion agency of the State of Odisha, undertakes all activities to promote Odisha as the investment destination of choice. 

This news was shared to Prittle Prattle News via press release.

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