Telangana IT Minister KT Rama Rao, who is on a two week tour of USA, met Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. The minister briefed Satya about the new industrial policy of the state and the single-window clearance for new industries in the state.
He also explained the T Hub and other initiatives of the state. Various areas in which Microsoft and Telangana government could collaborate were discussed. State IT Secretary Jayesh Ranjan and Mark Day, GM (government and Industry) of Microsoft were also present in the meeting.
Later the Minister and the IT Department delegation visited the Amazon campus at Seattle. They met Monique Meche, VP, Public Policy and John Schoettler, Director, and Workplaces Global at Amazon.
The Amazon team expressed happiness at the proactive approach of the Telangana government. They have assured the delegation that Amazon will continue to partner with Telangana government on various initiatives in future too. The Minister also met Eric Schinfeld, Chief of Staff and Executive VP, Seattle Chamber of Commerce.
Published 19 May 2015, 17:49 IST