Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Boosts Economic Ties with Japan

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has been actively promoting Assam as a top investment destination during his visit to Japan. Through economic discussions, cultural exchanges, and strategic plans, CM Sarma aims to transform Assam into an economic powerhouse and strengthen its role in India’s Act East Policy.
Ambitious Economic Targets for Assam
CM Sarma has set a bold target for Assam to achieve a Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of USD 143 billion by 2030. In 2024, Assam recorded private investments worth USD 4 billion, and the government plans to invest USD 12 billion in infrastructure projects. These steps are designed to make Assam one of the fastest-growing states in India.
Engaging Japanese Business Leaders
During the Advantage Assam 2.0 roadshows in Tokyo and Osaka, CM Sarma met over 160 Japanese business leaders. He highlighted Assam’s 12.4% growth rate and discussed investment-friendly policies, such as the USD 3.2 billion production-linked incentive scheme. Sarma also invited global leaders to the Advantage Assam Investment Summit in February 2025, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend.
Sarma emphasized Assam's potential in industries like:
Healthcare
Renewable Energy
Semiconductors
Food Processing
Tourism
He proposed the establishment of a Japanese Business Park in Assam and explored partnerships with companies like Micron and Kansai Paints for semiconductor manufacturing and other industrial investments.
Cultural and Strategic Collaboration
Beyond economic talks, CM Sarma paid homage to historical figures like Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, strengthening cultural ties between India and Japan. He also discussed Assam's strategic location as a gateway to Southeast Asia, which enhances its importance in the India-Japan economic corridor under the Act East Policy.
Promising Outcomes and Future Plans
The visit laid the foundation for stronger economic ties between Assam and Japan. By showcasing Assam’s infrastructural developments, growth potential, and investor-friendly policies, CM Sarma has encouraged Japanese businesses to explore opportunities in the state. The groundwork for long-term partnerships and investments has been established, focusing on both economic and cultural collaboration.