Assam Chief Minister, along with the Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, will attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) to showcase Assam as an emerging hub for investment and industry. Assam made a historic debut at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma leading a delegation to showcase the state’s economic potential. The objective is to attract global investors, highlight infrastructure and policy reforms, and position Assam within global value chains.
Key Aspects of Assam’s Participation (WEF 2026):
- Historic Representation: Himanta Biswa Sarma is the first Chief Minister of Assam to attend the Davos summit.
- Economic Focus: The delegation highlighted Assam’s 13% growth rate, promoting it as a rapidly growing investment hub.
- Key Sectors: Discussions and MoUs focused on green energy (including bamboo to methanol projects), semiconductor policies, and tourism.
- Investment & Partnerships: The trip aimed to forge partnerships with global investors to foster industrial growth and modernization, including a new defence manufacturing policy.
- Policy Insights: The Chief Minister participated in multiple sessions to gain insights into global trends in policy and technology.