Panjim, 28th November 2025 – The Embassy of India in Romania convened a focused B2B Tourism & Hospitality Networking Event today, bringing together leading stakeholders from the Indian and Romanian travel ecosystems. The Department of Tourism virtually participated in the event, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation in tourism, enhance market linkages, and create new avenues for collaboration between industry partners.
Tourism Minister Rohan A. Khaunte stated that Goa continues to strengthen its position on the global tourism map through meaningful international partnerships. He said engagements like the Romania B2B Networking Event allow Goa to showcase its cultural richness, regenerative tourism vision, and world-class experiences to new markets. He added that the state welcomes the interest from Romanian travel partners and looks forward to building long-term, sustainable ties that benefit both regions.
Director of Tourism Kedar Naik stated that their participation in this forum reflects Goa’s commitment to diversifying its international outreach.
He said Romania is a growing source market with strong potential, and today’s interactions laid the foundation for deeper collaboration. He added that Goa is pleased to present offerings spanning beaches, heritage, hinterland experiences, wellness, and festivals to key decision-makers from the Romanian tourism sector.
A virtual presentation led by Pravinkumar Faldessai, Senior Manager, Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC), represented Goa Tourism and engaged directly with industry partners to highlight the state’s unique attractions, evolving tourism landscape, and emerging opportunities for collaboration. The session was held in the presence of Jayesh Kankonkar, Assistant Director Tourism; Ambassador Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Romania, who delivered the opening remarks and emphasised the importance of stronger tourism and cultural linkages between the two countries, among other dignitaries.
The event witnessed the participation of Romanian tour and travel companies, who joined in person at the Embassy to explore emerging opportunities in India’s dynamic tourism and hospitality sector. Discussions centred on building stronger travel partnerships, promoting diverse tourism circuits, and facilitating greater tourist movement between the two countries.
The networking forum created a platform for meaningful dialogue, strengthened business connections, and reinforced shared aspirations for sustained tourism growth.
The Embassy looks forward to continued collaboration with Romanian travel partners and further expanding opportunities in the India–Romania tourism landscape.
