Indonesia-AP Collaborations Discussed at FAPCCI Meeting in Vizag

The Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FAPCCI) met with the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia to discuss strengthening trade, tourism, and investment linkages between Indonesia and Andhra Pradesh. Key issues discussed included promoting Indonesian trade, tourism, and investment, as well as collaborations in sectors such as marine products, agro-commodities, pharmaceuticals, tourism, education, and MSMEs. The meeting also discussed direct airline facilities and participation in Tradexpo Indonesia 2025 in Jakarta.

The Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FAPCCI) recently held a meeting with Widya Parsaoran Gultom, Consul (Socio-Cultural) of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (Mumbai), to discuss enhancing trade, tourism, and investment links between Indonesia and Andhra Pradesh. The meeting, chaired by Kankatala Mallikharjuna Rao, president of FAPCCI, explored various sectors for collaboration, including marine products, agro-commodities, pharmaceuticals, tourism, education, and MSMEs [1].

Key issues discussed included promoting Indonesian trade, tourism, and investment. The meeting also touched upon potential collaborations in sectors like marine products, agro-commodities, pharmaceuticals, tourism, education, and MSMEs. The participants discussed the possibility of direct airline facilities, technology exchange, and better rate negotiation with western nations. Additionally, they explored the supply of genuine units through the Consulate. Mr. Gultom extended an invitation to FAPCCI members to participate in Tradexpo Indonesia 2025, scheduled from October 15 to 19 in Jakarta [1].

In parallel, Andhra Pradesh is making strides towards becoming a $2.4 trillion economy by 2047, as proposed by a taskforce led by N Chandrababu Naidu. The plan focuses on ease of doing business, infrastructure development, and targeted investments in sectors such as medtech, AI, and green energy. The taskforce identified district-level growth areas and investment opportunities across the state, with a focus on sectors like marine products, data centers, AI-driven solutions, and green energy [2].

The state aims to attract investments of ₹30 lakh crore in the next five years, with a significant portion coming from the green energy sector. To achieve this ambitious target, the state is targeting a sustained annual growth rate of 15%. The plan emphasizes inclusion, latest technology, artificial intelligence, and sustainability. The taskforce includes prominent members from India Inc, such as Tata Sons executive chairman N Chandrasekaran, and other industry captains [2].

These initiatives underscore Andhra Pradesh's commitment to fostering international partnerships and driving economic growth through strategic sectoral collaborations.

References:
[1] https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/indonesia-ap-collaborations-discussed-at-fapcci-meeting-in-vizag/article69827873.ece
[2] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/chandra-chandras-andhra-pradesh-road-map-push-ease-speed-of-doing-business/articleshow/122591869.cms