Dimapur, July 10 -- In a landmark moment for Nagaland, chief minister Neiphiu Rio delivered the keynote address at a special session of the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, on Thursday, marking the state's first-ever official participation at the prestigious global event.

Speaking on the theme "Investment, Tourism and Human Resource Opportunities in Nagaland", Rio highlighted the state's unique strengths as an emerging destination for sustainable investment and global tourism.

He outlined Nagaland's strategic location in Northeast India, serving as a gateway to the ASEAN region. He emphasised the government's strong commitment to creating a secure, transparent, and investor-friendly environment.

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