Anita Shukla, ambassador-designate to Ecuador, at a meeting with AP Chambers of Commerce & Industry Federation officials in Vijayawada on Monday. | Photo credit: BY ARRANGEMENT
President Potluri Bhaskar Rao and other officials of Andhra Pradesh Federation of Commerce and Industry (AP Chambers) discussed strengthening bilateral trade and investment cooperation with Anita Shukla, Joint Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs and Ambassador Designate to Ecuador at AP Chambers in Vijayawada on Monday.
The meeting was attended by industrialists from pharmaceuticals, water management, spices, manufacturing, textiles, logistics, metals and several other sectors.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Shukla noted that Andhra Pradesh is emerging as one of the fastest growing states with strong industrial growth, rapid infrastructure development and investor-friendly administration.
She said that for the first time, India has appointed a full-fledged resident ambassador to Ecuador, reflecting the importance attached to strengthening bilateral relations and economic engagement with Latin American countries.
Ms. Shukla further said that India and Ecuador are actively exploring the possibility of signing a preferential trade agreement in the near future, which is expected to create significant business opportunities for businesses in both countries.
The participants identified strong export potential from Andhra Pradesh in sectors such as agriculture and food products, rice, yarn, pharmaceuticals, IT services, renewable energy, machinery manufacturing and allied sectors.
Published – 11 May 2026 19:35 IST
