Act East Policy Affairs Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary highlighted the positive impact of the Act East Policy, spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on India's engagement with its Eastern neighbors. The relationships with Bangladesh and Bhutan have seen enhanced cooperation in trade, transit, and water resources management. Patowary attended the inaugural session of "Act East through Northeast 2.0," aiming to explore opportunities for the Northeast region and develop economic and cultural connections with Southeast Asian countries.