US Consul General Meets Odisha CM, Discusses Ways To Strengthen Partnership

Bhubaneswar: Consul General of the US at Hyderabad Jennifer Larson called on Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan on Wednesday and discussed discuss ways to strengthen partnership between America and Odisha.

Welcoming the Consul General, the Chief Minister laid emphasis on strengthening partnership between the US and Odisha in various sectors such as industries, education, renewable energy, tourism and culture.

Citing Odisha’s advantage such as trained manpower, availability of land, water and energy, he sought cooperation of US in facilitating larger participation of American industries in the upcoming Utkarsh Utkal Conclave (formerly Make-in-Odisha) which will be held from 6-7 months from now.

The CM also expressed his keenness for collaboration with US Universities in frontier areas like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning. He also sought cooperation in higher education with partnership between US and Odisha Universities. He expressed his desire for US investment for setting up semi-conductor industry in Odisha.

The CM also extended invitation for American companies to explore the vast potential of Odisha and explore its vibrant culture, rich heritage and breathtaking natural beauty. He expressed his desire to promote cultural exchanges, educational collaborations and people to people connections.

Participating in the discussion, the US Consul General congratulated the Chief Minister for assuming office. She said the industrial climate in Odisha is very encouraging and US is keen to partner with Odisha for commercial engagement. She also appreciated the vibrant culture of Odisha and expressed that US is interested to support Odisha in all possible sectors as per the priorities of the state.

Development Commissioner Anu Garg and ACS to CM Nikunja Bihari Dhal were present among others.