R ARIVANANTHAM
GANDHINAGAR, JAN 10
Stating that India is moving forward in the role of a ‘Vishwa Mitra’ in a fast-changing world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 10th edition of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar today. The theme of this year’s summit is ‘Gateway to the Future’ and includes the participation of 34 partner countries and 16 partner organizations. The Summit is also being used as a platform by the Ministry of Development of North-Eastern Region to showcase investment opportunities in the North-Eastern regions.
Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister started by conveying his greeting for 2024. He reiterated the pledge to make India ‘viksit’ by 2047, making the next 25 years ‘Amrit Kaal’ of the country. “It is time for new dreams, new resolutions and continuous accomplishments”, he said. He noted the significance of the first Vibrant Gujarat Summit of the ‘Amrit Kaal’.
The Prime Minister said that the participation of H.R.H Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates & Ruler of Abu Dhabi in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit as Chief Guest is special as it signifies the deepening ties between India and UAE. PM Modi said that his thoughts and support towards India are filled with warmth and heartiness as he mentioned Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit becoming a global platform for economic development and investment-related discussions. He highlighted the India-UAE partnerships in increasing support to the renewable energy sector, innovative healthcare, and investments of several billion dollars in India’s port infrastructure. He also mentioned the initiation of operations by UAE’s Sovereign Wealth Fund in GIFT City and aircraft and ship leasing activities by transworld companies. The Prime Minister gave huge credit to H.R.H Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the soaring partnerships between India and UAE relationships.
Referring to the august presence of the President of Mozambique, Filipe Nyusi, an alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, the Prime Minister expressed pride for the inclusion of the African Union of G20 permanent membership during India’s Presidency. He said President Nyusi’s presence has deepened the India-Mozambique as well as India-Africa ties.
The @VibrantGujarat Global Summit has played a crucial role in drawing investments and propelling the state's development. https://t.co/D8D2Y4pllX
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 10, 2024
Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Petr Fiala’s first visit to India as Prime Minister of his country, PM Modi said, signifies the Czech Republic’s old ties with India as well as with Vibrant Gujarat. PM Modi mentioned cooperation in the automobile, technology and manufacturing sectors.
Some glimpses from today’s @VibrantGujarat Summit – a great forum to share perspectives on economic growth, reforms and strengthen our development journey. pic.twitter.com/DszSE2SQCd
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 10, 2024
The Prime Minister also welcomed Nobel laureate and President of Timor Leste, José Ramos-Horta and highlighted his use of Mahatma Gandhi’s principle of non-violence with his country’s freedom struggle.
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Referring to the 20th anniversary of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit, the Prime Minister remarked that the Summit has showcased new ideas, and created new gateways for investments and returns. Throwing light on this year’s theme of ‘Gateway to the future’, the Prime Minister said that the future of the 21st century will be brightened by shared efforts. During India’s G20 Presidency, the Prime Minister said that a road map for the future has been presented and it is being forwarded by the vision of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit. He also mentioned the strengthening of partnerships with I2U2 and other multilateral organizations along the principles of ‘One World, One Family, One Future which has now become a prerequisite to global welfare.
“India is moving forward in the role of a ‘Vishwa Mitra’ in a fast-changing world. Today India has given the world confidence in achieving common collective goals. India’s commitment, efforts and hard work for global welfare is making the world safer and prosperous. The World looks at India as an important pillar of stability. A friend who can be trusted, a partner who believes in people-centric development, a voice that believes in global good, an engine of growth in the global economy, a technology hub for finding solutions, a powerhouse of talented youth and a democracy that delivers ”, said the Prime Minister.
“The priorities and aspirations of India’s 1.4 billion citizens and their belief in human-centric development coupled with the government’s commitment to inclusivity and equality is a major aspect of world prosperity and development”, the Prime Minister remarked. Today, the Prime Minister mentioned that India is the 5th largest economy in the world while it lagged at 11th position 10 years ago. He also underlined that in the next few years, India will go on to become one of the top 3 economies in the world, as predicted by various rating agencies in the world. “Experts can analyze this, but I guarantee that India will become the 3rd largest economy in the world”, PM Modi emphasized. He further added that India has become a ray of hope for the world at a time when the world has witnessed multiple geopolitical instabilities. Reflecting on India’s priorities whose glimpse can be seen in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, the Prime Minister mentioned sustainable industries, manufacturing and infrastructure, new age skills, futuristic technologies, AI and innovation, green hydrogen, renewable energy, and semiconductors. PM Modi urged everyone to visit the trade show in Gujarat, especially the school and college students. Speaking about spending time in this trade show with His Excellency Nyusi and His Excellency Ramos Horta yesterday, the Prime Minister said that the trade show has showcased products made with world-class state-of-the-art technology in sectors like E-Mobility, Start-Ups, Blue Economy, Green Energy and Smart Infrastructure. He said that new opportunities are constantly being created for investment in all these sectors.
Concluding the address, the Prime Minister said that there are new possibilities for investors in every corner of India and Vibrant Gujarat Summit is like a gateway for this, a Gateway to the Future. “You are not only investing in India but also shaping a new generation of young creators and consumers. Your partnership with the aspirational young generation of India can bring results which you could not have even imagined”, Prime Minister Modi concluded.
President of the United Arab Emirates & Ruler of Abu Dhabi, HRH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of Mozambique Filipe Nyusi, President of Timor Leste, José Ramos-Horta, Prime Minister of Czech Republic, Petr Fiala, Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam, Tran Luu Quang, Governor of Gujarati Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister of Gujarat Bhupendra Patel among other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
