A roundtable meeting between the Nagaland Government and the Arunachal Pradesh Government was held on Wednesday at Kisama during the Hornbill Festival 2025. Officials from both states came together to discuss how they can work more closely in the coming years and build a strong partnership that will benefit people on both sides of the border.
During the meeting, officers from various departments spoke about the need to improve cooperation, especially in areas where the two states share common challenges and opportunities. They discussed simple and practical ways to improve cross-border links, open market access for local products, and support small and growing enterprises. The talks also focused on building value chains that connect producers from both states and help them reach larger markets.
The meeting underlined that stronger ties between Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh can help create more economic opportunities in the region. Officials said that cooperation is also important for promoting the Northeast as a unique cultural and investment destination. They stressed that partnerships built through trust, knowledge-sharing, and institutional support can open new pathways for trade, tourism, and livelihood development. 
One of the key outcomes of the meeting was the signing of a partnership agreement between the two governments. The agreement covers a wide range of sectors, including music, tourism, art and culture, industries and commerce, business exchanges, youth and sports, and agriculture and allied activities. The purpose of this agreement is to create a clear framework so that both sides can work together in a planned and organised manner. Officials said the agreement will help in launching joint programmes, building new collaborations, and supporting young entrepreneurs, farmers, and artists.
As Arunachal Pradesh is the State Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025, the state also showcased its products at the festival venue in Kisama. Stalls from Arunachal displayed traditional crafts, local produce, and innovative products made by artisans and entrepreneurs. The display reflected the state’s cultural heritage as well as its growing talent in creative and business sectors.
