MUMBAI/ GOA, 23 NOVEMBER, 2023 (GPN): Hon’ble Eddy Wardoyo, Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia, Mumbai was on an official vvisit in Goa to meet government officials. He also met members of Goa Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GCCI) to discuss mutually beneficial investment opportunities.

“Indonesian government would ensure full cooperation to provide all the necessary support for startups, IT firms, while offering attractive investment incentives in terms of taxation, and other statutory compliances” said,  Eddy Wardoyo.

Wardoyo further added that Indian hospitals and medical centres plan to set up bases in Indonesia, and Goan health care entrepreneurs could also consider investing in Indonesia.

“Indonesia is keen to tap the Indian healthcare and pharmaceutical manufacturing industry as it looks to attract new investment, and Goa appears to be a promising option,” he said .

Wardoyo, who took charge in August, said that the Indonesian government has introduced a new legislation that allows doctors from foreign countries to practice in Indonesia, which will open new avenues for Goan medical practitioners.

The various topics discussed were joint tourism initiatives, and entry of Indian pharmaceutical products in Indonesian markets. Wardoyo said that Indian pharma products meet high quality parameters, on par with products from US and European, with comparatively lower price. This, he said, offers good potential for Indonesia.

Given that Indonesia and Goa are considered tourism hubs, the GCCI and Wardoyo discussed joint tourism initiatives and steps that benefit both regions. Going ahead, direct flight connectivity, student exchange programmes in hospitality, culinary academic courses and other initiatives can be introduced jointly, said the GCCI.

Given that Indonesia and Goa are considered tourism hubs, the GCCI and Wardoyo discussed joint tourism initiatives and steps that benefit both regions.Ends