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India’s EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar hosted a Japanese parliamentary and business delegation led by Fukushiro Nukaga, the Speaker of Japan’s House of Representatives in a significant move to bolster bilateral relations. The meeting was focused on enhancing the India-Japan partnership through various avenues including business, investments, education, and technology. The Japanese delegation is on a five-day visit to India.
Dr. Jaishankar expressed enthusiasm about the discussions, which aimed to deepen cooperation in key areas such as research, manufacturing, and the development of human talent and skills. Both nations emphasized the importance of strengthening their collaboration to advance these sectors and contribute to mutual growth.
A notable highlight of the talks was the shared commitment to establishing trusted, resilient, and reliable supply chains. The conversation particularly centered on digital technologies and critical and emerging technologies, which are seen as vital to future economic stability and security for both countries.
The delegation’s visit is viewed as a pivotal moment in the India-Japan relationship, reflecting the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. By focusing on these crucial areas, India and Japan are positioning themselves to face global challenges together while fostering a more integrated economic and technological collaboration.
The engagement aligns with broader efforts to fortify Indo-Japanese ties and paves the way for future initiatives aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation and addressing global supply chain vulnerabilities.