La Paz, Nov 20 (NationPress) In a pivotal move to enhance India-Bolivia bilateral relations, the Indian Ambassador to Bolivia, Rohit Vadhwana, engaged in discussions with Beni Governor Jose Alejandro Unzueta Chiriqui at the Autonomous Departmental Government of Beni in Trinidad city, Bolivia. This visit marks the inaugural trip by an Indian Ambassador to the Beni Department.

The talks centered on fortifying cooperation in the agricultural sector, expanding capacity-building initiatives for agricultural and livestock development, and unveiling new partnership opportunities for mutual benefit, as highlighted by the Indian Embassy in La Paz via their post on X.

Ambassador Vadhwana also conversed with Trinidad Mayor Cristian Camara Arratia, fostering exchanges on shared interests to bolster friendship between India and the Municipality of Trinidad.

A notable aspect of this visit was the unveiling of a Mahatma Gandhi bust at the Mayor's Office, symbolizing the enduring values of peace, non-violence, and harmony that unite both nations.

During a special session of his official visit, Vadhwana was honored as a “Distinguished Guest” by the Municipal Council of Trinidad, with the Indian Embassy expressing gratitude towards Martha Yanez Hurtado, the President of the Council, and Arnoldo Mendez, the Vice President, for this important recognition.

This recognition reflects the strengthening ties between India and the Beni Department and reaffirms a shared commitment to enhancing cooperation.

Ambassador Vadhwana also held a constructive dialogue with Jesus Eguez Rivero, Rector of the Autonomous University of Jose Ballivian. They discussed academic collaboration opportunities for students and faculty, training prospects through the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC), and future initiatives to bolster education in Beni.

Furthermore, the Indian Ambassador engaged in fruitful discussions with Jorge Nunez del Prado, President of the Beni Private Business Federation. They examined ways to strengthen commercial ties and explore collaboration avenues between Indian and Bolivian enterprises, as well as identifying potential investment and technological cooperation areas.

They emphasized the need for promoting economic development in Beni and nurturing partnerships to support sustainable growth and mutual prosperity.

The Embassy of India extended heartfelt congratulations to the people of Beni on their 183rd Anniversary, celebrating a region of great potential and rich culture. “India looks forward to strengthening friendship and cooperation with the people of Beni,” the Indian Embassy stated.