Itanagar, February 12 Arunachal Pradesh Minister of Commerce and Industries, Nyato Dukam, stated on Thursday that the state aims to expand its global presence through sustainable trade partnerships, investment promotion, and skill development initiatives, creating long-term opportunities for entrepreneurs and youth.
The minister made the statement during a meeting with Consul General Shatrughna Sinha at the Consulate General of India in Munich, held on the sidelines of BIOFACH 2026 in Germany, as per an official statement released here.
The meeting focused on strengthening trade, investment, and skill development linkages between the state and the European nation.
During the discussion, Sinha suggested exploring partnerships between fruit wine producers from Arunachal Pradesh and German wine companies to promote investment, technology exchange, and market access for the state's emerging wine industry.
Employment opportunities for the youth of Arunachal Pradesh were also a key topic of discussion.
Sinha emphasized that the nursing sector holds strong potential for overseas placements and highlighted the importance of German language training to enhance employability prospects in the country's healthcare sector.
Highlighting the state's growing economic potential, Dukam showcased key focus areas, including hydropower development, agriculture-related and food-based industries, organic produce exports, fruit wines, and value-added agro products.
The official Arunachal Pradesh delegation accompanying the minister includes MLA Mohesh Chai, Secretary (Industries) Hage Tari, Secretary (Trade & Commerce) Taru Talo, and entrepreneurs Techi Hemu and Senya Lowang.
The delegation is participating in BIOFACH 2026 in Nuremberg Messe, where India is being featured as the 'Country of the Year,' highlighting the nation's organic growth story, regulatory framework, and global export vision.