Google Cloud To Set Up Design Centre In Vizag, Naidu Vows Full Support

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday promised full patronage to Google Cloud for establishing a huge facility in Visakhapatnam.

Oozing out confidence that Andhra Pradesh due to implementation of several proactive policies, is emerging as a global destination for investments, he told the investors to visit AP to invest in various areas.

On day-3 at the World Economic Forum, 55th annual session in Davos, he highlighted the State’s strategic advantages for global investments and engaged with leaders of top multinational corporations to showcase Andhra Pradesh as an ideal destination for cutting-edge technology, green energy, and infrastructure projects.

Naidu met Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian to discuss establishing a design centre in Visakhapatnam for developing proprietary chips used in servers. He urged Google Cloud to set up a manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh to integrate its server supply chain. The Chief Minister assured complete support from the State Government and highlighted the state’s readiness to serve as a global hub for server management services.

Google Cloud, the third-largest cloud provider globally, has already established two cloud regions in Delhi and Mumbai. It recently signed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh Government to create a "Data City" in Visakhapatnam and advance artificial intelligence (AI) applications while fostering skill development opportunities for local youth.

The Chief Minister met with Muhammad Taufik, President and Group CEO of Petronas, a leading Malaysian oil and gas company. Petronas plans to produce 5 million tonnes of green ammonia annually by 2030 and is exploring investments of Rs.13,000–Rs.15,000 crore in a green hydrogen and ammonia plant in Kakinada. Naidu invited Petronas to expand further by investing in Mulapeta, emerging as a petrochemical hub, and the proposed Global Capability Center in theState.

In a meeting with Eugene Willemsen, CEO of PepsiCo International Beverages, and Stephen Kehoe, Chairman of PepsiCo Foundation, Naidu proposed making Visakhapatnam a Global Delivery Center and a Digital Hub for PepsiCo. He also encouraged PepsiCo to partner with the Andhra Pradesh Community Natural Farming (APCNF) initiative to benefit local farmers through its supply chain. The Chief Minister suggested setting up a Kurkure manufacturing unit in the state to enhance industrial growth and provide employment opportunities. The Chief Minister also met Hamad Al Mahmeed from the Bahrain Prime Minister’s Office and Abdullah bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, CEO of Mumtalakat. He presented Andhra Pradesh’s progressive industrial policies and invited investments, emphasizing the State’s efficiency in facilitating businesses.

Under Naidu’s leadership, Andhra Pradesh continues to attract global attention as a hub for innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. The State’s proactive governance and investor-friendly policies ensure seamless integration for businesses aiming to scale globally.