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The Act East Policy is a significant expression of India's foreign policy with a view to develop economic integration with South East Asia. The Policy seeks to build a close connectivity between India and the countries of East Asia through the Northeastern region of India. The geographical location of the Northeastern region stands itself as the most favourable location to focus on implementation of India's Act East Policy. Being located in the southern part of the Indian state of Assam,Barak Valleyoccupies an important position in the Act East Policy as it is interlinked with the other Northeastern states and international border as well. Keeping this in view the present study tries to explore the opportunities for development of Barak Valley under the Act East Policy. The study observes that the geographical location of Barak Valley provides it a chance to become a hub for intra-state and international trade. It is expected that if the Act East Policy is put into operation properly it will usher in a new era of progress, prosperity and all round development for the Barak Valley.