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Hans India
3 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
NRIs AP's brand ambassadors
Singapore: "Youare all aware of the extent to which Andhra Pradesh was devastated during the five-year YSRCP rule, and you can see how hard the coalition government is working for reconstruction. The global trust in Chandrababu is our capital," stated Minister for Education, IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh. Lokesh called upon the Telugu diaspora to promote opportunities within the state and attract investments. Minister Lokesh was the chief guest at the Telugu Diaspora meeting organised by APNRT at the OVUS Auditorium in Singapore. Addressing the gathering, Lokesh declared: "NRIs are our brand ambassadors; all NRIs must become partners in the state's development." He emphasized the crucial role of foreign investments in India's economy, noting that Singapore contributes a significant portion of these investments. "Of the total $81.04 billion in Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) India received in the 2024-25 fiscal year, approximately $14.94 billion came from Singapore, accounting for 19 percent of total FDI," he highlighted. "If a large share of these investments comes to AP, our state will become another Singapore," he added. Lokesh assured the Telugu community in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Jakarta and Bali that the government is there to support them in any hardship. "Through APNRT, we are not only resolving your issues but also working to protect our Telugu language, culture, and traditions," he said. He lauded the enthusiasm of the Telugu community in Singapore. "From landing at the airport to this diaspora meeting, wherever I look, I see Telugu people. I wondered if I was in Singapore or Simhachalam," he quipped. He playfully redefined the term NRI. "Everyone calls you NRIs, or Non-Resident Indians. But in my heart, you are always MRIs – Most Reliable Indians." Lokesh asserted that the TDP was founded for the self-respect of Telugus, which was upheld by the legendary actor and Sarvabhouma, late Sri Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao. He stated that with the Quantum Valley, the world will look towards AP. "Giants like TCS, Cognizant, ANSR, Satva, Sify, and Google are coming to AP. Prestigious educational institutions like SRM, VIT, and Amrita have already arrived, and BITS Pilani will soon be joining them." He highlighted skill development programmes to help people seize opportunities abroad. "We will also encourage MSME companies, as 80 percent of jobs worldwide come from MSMEs." He shared that Tata Group Chairman Chandrasekaran stated that 35 per cent of TCS employees are Telugus, which is why they are coming to AP.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
CM in Singapore to attract investments
Vijayawada: In a determined bid to attract large-scale investments to Andhra Pradesh and promote Brand AP, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is to embark on a five-day visit to Singapore on Sunday. During the tour, Naidu will meet Singaporean industrialists, investors, and government representatives apart from visiting key locations across the country. The CM will be accompanied by Ministers Nara Lokesh, TG Bharat and P Narayana, and senior officials from various government departments. Around 2 pm on the first day, the CM will participate in the Telugu Diaspora from Southeast Asia program at OAVIS Auditorium. Attendees will include Telugu entrepreneurs, company representatives, investors, and professionals from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand. Organized by the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRT), the Telugu Diaspora event is expected to attract nearly 1,500 delegates. The discussion will focus on creating employment opportunities for youth from Andhra Pradesh, not just within India but also internationally. The event will also explore ways to involve the global Telugu community in AP's development, increase exports through NRI networks, and enhance employment prospects for youth through skill development initiatives. From the same platform, Naidu will invite Telugu industrialists and NRIs to partner in the state's Zero Poverty Mission through the P4 initiative. Soon after landing in Singapore, the Chief Minister will begin his meetings with various industrial leaders and the Indian High Commissioner in Singapore, Shilpak Ambule, with whom he will interact in his hotel. Around 11:30 am, he will hold discussions with representatives of the renowned firm Surbana Jurong and follow it up with a meeting Tan Sri Dato A.K. Nathan, Chairman of Eversendai Engineering Pvt Ltd, to discuss investment opportunities. A formal dinner will be hosted for Naidu by the Indian High Commissioner later in the evening. On July 28, Naidu will meet Singapore's Minister for Trade and Industry. To understand sustainable urban planning strategies, he will visit Bidadari Estate along with his team. The delegation will also participate in a roundtable conference on sustainable urban development. To explore sports infrastructure, the AP team will visit Singapore's Sports School. They will also tour Tuas Port to study port-led industrialisation, infrastructure development, and the port-based ecosystem. Naidu will participate in the Andhra Pradesh-Singapore Business Forum's Roadshow that is aimed at building strong networks with investors. On July 29, the Chief Minister will hold a series of meetings with top firms, including AI Singapore, SIA Engineering, Keppel, and GIC. He will participate in the IT & FinTech Business Roundtable with more than 10 international companies. Later, he is scheduled to meet the President of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Chandrababu Naidu will visit the Jurong Petrochemical Island to study industrial development models. Later, he will take part in a CEO Roundtable with leaders of top companies to discuss ports and infrastructure development. On the fourth day, the Chief Minister will meet representatives of CapitaLand, Sumitomo Mitsui Bank, and Temasek. He will also meet Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vivian Balakrishnan. On July 31, he will meet Singapore's Home Minister, K. Shanmugam, and other local representatives before returning to Hyderabad later that night. Over the five-day tour, Naidu will attend 29 programs overall. Focused on the state's development, the Chief Minister will explore international partnerships across IT, industry, urban development, sports, ports, and fintech sectors. This visit is expected to serve as the gateway for bringing global investments to Andhra Pradesh and will mark a major step toward the growth of the sports sector and port-based industrialisation.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
CM Chandrababu to embark on five-day investment mission to Singapore
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, is set to embark on a five-day visit to Singapore, commencing late tonight. According to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office, Naidu will depart from Hyderabad at 11 pm on Saturday, July 26, and is expected to arrive at Singapore airport at 6 am on the following day. Joined by Ministers Nara Lokesh, TG Bharat, and P. Narayana, along with officials from various departments, Naidu aims to promote Brand AP and attract foreign investments during this overseas mission. The Chief Minister will participate in the Telugu Diaspora from Southeast Asia programme on the first day of his visit. The event, organised by the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu (AP NRT) association, is expected to draw around 1,500 delegates, including Telugu industrialists and representatives from companies in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand. Key discussions will centre on creating job opportunities for unemployed youth from Andhra Pradesh, both domestically and internationally. The meeting will also explore ways to engage the Telugu community abroad in the development of the state and initiatives such as the Zero Poverty P-4 programme. Additionally, Naidu and his team will address strategies to enhance exports from Andhra Pradesh and promote skill development to increase job opportunities for the youth. The delegation will also undertake visits to various infrastructural and logistical facilities, including sports complexes and ports, to assess potential collaborations and investments.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Naidu's Singapore visit from tomorrow to woo investors
Vijayawada: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu will embark on a six-day official visit to Singapore from Saturday, with the primary objective of attracting significant investments to Andhra Pradesh. During his tour, the Chief Minister is scheduled to engage with representatives of leading global companies, prominent business owners, industrialists, and notable personalities. This visit marks Naidu's second foreign tour since the formation of the coalition government, following his recent engagement in Davos. The Singapore visit is anticipated to serve as a crucial platform to promote Brand AP and showcase the state's progressive new industrial policies and commitment to ease of doing business. The Chief Minister will highlight Andhra Pradesh's robust infrastructure, including its strategic ports, airports, extensive highway network, developed harbors, and abundant water and land resources. He will also underscore the state's significant 1,053 km coastline and its readily available skilled human capital, urging global investors to explore the myriad opportunities within Andhra Pradesh. Throughout the six-day visit, Naidu will hold extensive meetings with CEOs and senior representatives from various companies. On the first day on Saturday, he will participate in a Telugu Diaspora meeting, bringing together members of the Telugu community from Singapore and neighboring countries. The Chief Minister will extend a personal invitation to them to invest in Andhra Pradesh and encourage their active participation in the state's P4 (Public-Private-People Partnership) initiative, aimed at poverty eradication. A significant focus of the Chief Minister's agenda will be attracting investments in critical sectors such as port-based projects, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and data centres. He is also slated to meet senior dignitaries in Singapore to extend invitations to industrialists from the region for the upcoming Visakhapatnam Investment Summit, scheduled for November this year. Furthermore, Naidu will participate in several business roundtable meetings centered on the digital economy and fintech. He is also expected to attend a dedicated business road show in Singapore and visit key infrastructure and logistics centers across the country as part of his comprehensive tour.
