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Following the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. M. K. Stalin’s visit to Osaka in May 2023, a high-level business delegation from the Osaka Prefectural Government, led by H.E. Mr. YAMAGUCHI Nobuhiko, Vice Governor of Osaka, is visiting Chennai from July 22nd to 24th, 2024. This significant visit culminated today in the successful signing of an MoU with Guidance in the presence of the Hon’ble Minister for Industries, Dr. T.R.B. Rajaa, and other distinguished dignitaries. The MoU aims to enhance economic exchanges between Tamil Nadu and Osaka through trade fairs, business meetings, investment surveys, and inspection tours, thereby further solidifying the partnership between the two regions. #TNJapan #InvestInTN #ThriveInTN #LeadWithTN MK Stalin | Dr. TRB Rajaa | Government of Tamil Nadu | Vishnu Venugopalan | Osaka Prefectural Government | JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization | Paul Arun

6 Days Left to Revolutionize your Investment Promotion Strategies! Join the 4th WAIPA Global FDI Masterclass and elevate your approach with "Digital Frontiers: Leveraging AI & ICT for Competitive Advantage".  🗓 Date: 25th July, 2024   🕑 Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm CET   💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar Agenda Lineup - Dr. Caroline King, Global Head Business Development, Government Affairs, SAP & member of Business Advisory Board, WAIPA  - Dr. Heather L. Taylor-Strauss, PhD Economic Affairs Officer, United Nations ESCAP on ICT by IPAs in the Asia and the Pacific Region ICT Segment - Experience Sharing - Amr Aboufottouh General Manager of the Foreign Direct Investment Department, General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) - Mr. V. Vishnu, MD & CEO, Guidance Tamil Nadu, India on Biz Buddy and usage of drones Artificial Intelligence - Experience Sharing - Ms. Eliis Randver, Director of Marketing and International Relations, Estonian Investment Agency (EIA) on usage of Artificial Intelligence at EIA - Dr. Preet Deep Singh, Vice President, Artificial Intelligence, Invest India, on Case Studies of Leveraging AI (Lead generation & decision making) Moderator: Mr. Dushyant Thakor, Deputy Executive Director, WAIPA This masterclass offers a unique opportunity for professionals to enhance their skills in leveraging digital technologies for a competitive edge. To register, contact us at [email protected].

Exciting insights from the 7th edition of Guidance Dialogues with Prof. Karthik Muralidharan, Tata Chancellor's Professor of Economics at UC San Diego. Drawing from his latest book, Prof. Karthik shared strategies to enhance productivity, growth, and employment in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing the development of a labor-intensive economy. #GuidanceDialogues #EconomicGrowth #TamilNadu Vishnu Venugopalan | Karthik Muralidharan | Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS) | University of California, San Diego - Rady School of Management | Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) | Gaurav Daga |

Another day, and another report illustrating the top-notch performance of #TamilNadu, proving the immense success of our inclusive #DravidianModel! 🌟 Under the leadership of Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. MK Stalin avargal, Tamil Nadu is the top-performing state in three key #SustainableDevelopmentGoals as per the #SDG India Index 2023-24 by NITI Aayog: No Poverty, Affordable and Clean Energy, and Climate Action. Tamil Nadu is also a Front Runner state in an impressive 13 out of the 16 goals. With a composite score of 78, we have surpassed the national average of 71. Tamil Nadu is a rare state in India that has struck the right balance between industry, society and culture. For us, economic justice and climate justice are integral to social justice⚖️, resulting in robust industrial, sustainable and inclusive growth🎊 Investors are flocking to Tamil Nadu not only because of our Ease of Doing Business and talent pool but also because of our ESG focus👍🏾 Onward and upward🚀 #InvestInTN #DravidianModel

We are delighted to release the "EV-Ready Tamil Nadu: Accelerating Electrification of Commercial Two-Wheelers," in collaboration with the OMI Foundation. This comprehensive study was released by Mr Vishnu Venugopalan IAS, MD & CEO of Guidance, and Ms Aishwarya Raman, Executive Director of OMI Foundation. The report authored by Mr Pradeep Karuturi, provides an in-depth analysis of the rapidly evolving landscape of electric two-wheelers (E2Ws) in Tamil Nadu, highlighting key insights and strategies for accelerating their electrification. #EVReadyIndia #EVReadyTamilnadu #Sustainability #ElectricVehicles #GreenFuture #InvestInTN #MakeInTN #ThriveInTN #OMIFoundation Vishnu Venugopalan | Aishwarya Raman | Pradeep Karuturi | OMI Foundation

Mr. Vishnu Venugopalan IAS, MD & CEO, Guidance, delivered the keynote at the EV30@30 roundtable on "Envisioning Sustainable Electric Vehicle Adoption," organized by the U.S. Consulate General Chennai, Madras Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce. He outlined Tamil Nadu's comprehensive strategy for sustainable EV adoption, battery circularity, and fostering a robust EV ecosystem, highlighting the State's dedication to innovation and environmental responsibility. #Sustainability #ElectricVehicles #GreenFuture #InvestInTN #MakeInTN #ThriveInTN MK Stalin | Dr. TRB Rajaa | Vishnu Venugopalan | Government of Tamil Nadu | Madras Chamber of Commerce & Industry | Indo-American Chamber of Commerce, India

We are expanding in #India!   We're thrilled to announce a Rs. 250 crores ($30 million) investment to expand our Global Innovation and Technology Centre (GITC) in #Chennai, Tamil Nadu. This strategic expansion includes close to 1,300 roles focused on driving innovation, enhancing efficiency, and streamlining operations across the company globally. Inaugurated by the Honourable Minister of Industries Tamil Nadu, Dr. TRB Rajaa, alongside British Deputy High Commissioner, Ms. Christina Scott CMG, and AstraZeneca Vice President for Asia Area, Ms. Sylvia Varela, this momentous occasion coincides with our 45th year in India. It underscores our deep-rooted commitment to pioneering #science and fostering #innovation. Also gratitude to the Government of Tamil Nadu led by Thiru MK Stalin, Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Guidance Tamil Nadu for support at every step.   GITC in Chennai has been the cornerstone of our #digitaltransformation, driving productivity, technological advancement, and global innovation. This expansion empowers us to leverage cutting-edge #AI, machine learning, data science, and supply chain analytics to revolutionize healthcare outcomes on a global scale.   At #AstraZeneca, our vision is clear: to redefine healthcare for millions in India and beyond. This grand expansion is not merely a step forward but a giant leap in building a skilled, diverse, and future-ready talent pool that will propel us into a new era of medical breakthroughs and #innovation.   Join us as we push the boundaries of science and technology, shaping a healthier and more innovative future for all.   #AZProud #ScienceCan #FutureofHealthcare   Siva Kumar Padmanabhan Nick Passey潘尼克 Dr. Sanjeev Panchal Nitin Kapoor MBE Pei-Chieh Fong Ankush Nandra Justin Chin Ti Hwei How, Yun Kyong Kim Jung Ja Woo Dr Ajaykumar Sharma, Kayalvizhi S

During the "Private Sector Role in Spurring Investment for Rural Growth" session at the Rural India Conference 2024, Mr. Vishnu Venugopalan IAS, MD & CEO, Guidance, emphasized the importance of fostering investment in rural areas, generating employment, and implementing strategic policy interventions. He highlighted that by focusing on these measures, sustainable growth in rural areas can be achieved. #InvestmentInRuralGrowth #InvestInTN #ThriveInTN MK Stalin | Dr. TRB Rajaa | Vishnu Venugopalan | Government of Tamil Nadu

Hon'ble Minister for Industries, Dr. T.R.B. Rajaa, inaugurated AstraZeneca's new campus at Ramanujam IT City today. This expansion in Tamil Nadu will make it AstraZeneca's largest Global Capability Centre (GCC) globally, bringing high-skilled R&D jobs and driving significant growth in the State. With Tamil Nadu's conducive business environment, progressive policies, and a highly qualified talent pool, this milestone marks a new chapter of innovation and economic development. #GCC #Innovation #InvestInTN #ThriveInTN #LeadWithTN MK Stalin | Dr. TRB Rajaa | Vishnu Venugopalan | Government of Tamil Nadu | AstraZeneca | AstraZeneca India | Sylvia Varela | Ankush Nandra | Dr. Sanjeev Panchal

In January 2024, Ehime signed an MoU with Guidance Tamil Nadu in the presence of the Governor of Ehime Prefecture, Mr. Tokihiro Nakamura, and Hon'ble Minister for Industries, Dr. T.R.B. Rajaa. As a result of that agreement, officials from Ehime visited the Guidance Tamil Nadu office today to brief on the newly opened Ehime India Support Desk in Chennai. This support desk will help companies from Ehime expand in Tamil Nadu and likewise, assist Indian companies in establishing a presence in Ehime Prefecture. #TNJapan #InvestInTN #MakeInTN #ThriveInTN #LeadWithTN MK Stalin | Dr. TRB Rajaa | Vishnu Venugopalan | Government of Tamil Nadu | JETRO - Collaborate & Invest Japan