Goa CM holds talks with Norwegian firms for investment in state

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday held discussions with Norwegian companies on investment opportunities in the state, a release said.

The Chief Minister was amongst the participants for the discussion which was organised in association with Norwegian Business association India (NBAI).

The Goa government has formed a special purpose vehicle to attract investment into the state. The interaction was held through online mode in which 57 representatives and officials from Norway took part.

Talking to the representatives, Sawant emphasised that the government is focused on making the system transparent and bringing ease in doing business in the State.

He further said that the government wants to create a path to foster innovation and revamp the investment policy to incorporate the new developments in the investment climate.

Defence PSU Goa Shipyard Limited also participated in the programme. Goa Shipyard CMD Cmdr B B Nagpal expressed the willingness to work with the Norwegian companies and discussed the different opportunities for joint cooperation.

From Norway Ambassador to India Hans Jacob Frydenlund expressed keen interest to work with Goan companies. The Consul General of Norway Arne Jan Fllo informed the participants that they are willing to work in five major sectors mainly ship building, waste management, fisheries, education and port development.

Kristine Anvik Leach, Chairwoman- NBAI assured the members of all support in facilitating investment in the state.