"We want opening of trading posts along our borders with Bhutan, China and Myanmar," Khandu told PTI here.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Donkupar Roy said New Delhi should look at the immediate neighbours of the Northeastern states as it would be more beneficial for them.
"Bangladesh is our immediate neighbour. The Central government should explore the possibilities of expansion of trade with that country," Roy said.
Arunachal Pradesh is pitching for opening of traditional trade points with China at Bumla and Kenzamane in Tawang, Mechuka in West Siang, Gelling in Upper Siang and Kibithu in Anjaw districts.
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It has also already sought security clearance from the Union Home Ministry for development of traditional trade routes to revive border trade with Bhutan and Myanmar.
Roy said Meghalaya, which currently has a trading post along the Bangladesh border at Dawki, would be happy to see more such posts coming up in the near future.
The opening of the proposed Dongsengmang-Bleeting road will reduce the travel time between Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh significantly. Besides trade, the road link is expected to help increase the tourist inflow.