By Lalit K JhaWashington, Nov 9 (PTI) Top Indian economist ArvindPanagariya and former foreign secretary, Kanwal Sibal, havejoined as advisors to the Board of a new organisation set upto enhance business relations between India and the US.
Panagariya will guide the Board of Directors on economicdevelopment, international trade policy, and economic reformsin India, the the US-India Strategic and Partnership Forum(USISPF) said in a statement.
"I am honoured to be able to serve this new organisation,which is well positioned to bring about some of the mosteffective change," he said.
"I look forward to working with USISPF's board, which isthe best selection of business leaders who are focused on US-India relations. I believe we have the opportunity tocontribute to the making of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NewIndia," Panagariya said.
Panagariya and Sibal have vast knowledge and experienceregarding recent history related to the Indian politicaleconomy and diplomacy efforts, Mukesh Aghi, USISPF'spresident, said.
The USISPF has carefully selected them in anticipation ofcombining their knowledge with the great influence of ourboard members, in order to make the most drastic impact onUS-India relations, he said.
"This is a great opportunity to work with some of themost prominent leaders in the US-India space. I look forwardto making good progress on US-India issues with USISPF and itsBoard Members," Sibal said. PTI LKJAMS.
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