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DAVOS AGENDA: PM MODI PITCHES

INDIA’S PERSPECTIVES

The occasion was to discuss the 'present situation of the globe' as part of the
World Economic Forum's Davos agenda. The event, which discussed the world's
current pressing challenges and proposed solutions to address them, was attended
by top industry executives, international organisations, and civil society members.
India's leadership at the event made the world understand the country's power and
will. It also gave the message - "This is the best time to invest in India".

hether it's addressing environmental the Prime Minister also described the current
issues and inspiring people to live more opportunity as the most conducive for production
Wenvironmentally responsible lives, or and investment. Mr. Modi said, "Today, India is
fostering a positive environment for investment pushing 'Ease of Doing Business, we’re striving
through economic reforms from every perspective, hard to become the global supply chain's hub. In
India has shown and led the globe on a new path. addition, we are promoting free trade agreements
Being a democratic country with diverse stakes in with a number of countries.”
global institutions, it has emerged as a symbol of The Prime Minister also spoke about how, during
hope for the world in any crisis. Maintaining the spirit the Corona period, India's 'One Earth, One Health'
of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, India has demonstrated policy saved many lives by giving crucial medicines
its commitment to the world's welfare by providing and vaccines to many countries. Referring to the
medicines and vaccines to all those in need. Self-Reliant India program (Atmanirbhar Bharat), he
In his special address to the World Economic said India's focus is not only on easing processes
Forum's Davos agenda on January 17, Prime but also on boosting investment and output. He
Minister Narendra Modi told the world how India, said India is formulating policies for the immediate
with its young potential, is safeguarding humanity. future as well as the next 25 years. India has set
Pointing to India's economic and policy reforms, a goal of achieving the highest levels of growth,

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