During his visit to the United States, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin made a compelling appeal to the Tamil diaspora to encourage more American companies to invest in the state. Speaking at an interactive session with Tamil diaspora in San Francisco on Saturday, Stalin highlighted the strong presence of American companies in Tamil Nadu, stating that over 300 such firms have already established projects in the state. He emphasized the increased interest in Tamil Nadu as an investment destination, particularly in the last three years.
Stalin highlighted the state’s economic prowess, emphasizing its position as the second-largest economy in India. He also highlighted the strong ties between India and the United States, emphasizing that the relationship goes beyond governments and fosters a unique bond between the people of both nations. He underscored Tamil Nadu’s particular appeal to American companies, citing the significant number of Tamilians holding top positions within American corporations. He also pointed to the successful contributions of Indian-origin scientists at NASA, and the threefold increase in bilateral trade since 2000 as evidence of the growing friendship between the two nations.
Expressing pride in the accomplishments of the Indian diaspora, Stalin said, “Not every plant or tree would thrive when moved from one place to another. But all of you have flourished despite crossing borders. This is the pride of being Indian and the wealth of America.” He concluded his address by extending a personal invitation to American companies to invest in Tamil Nadu, hoping to leverage the diaspora’s influence in bolstering the state’s economic growth.
