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India-Japan Ties Deepen: Ambassadors, Ministers, and PMs Forge Stronger Bonds

India's Ambassador-designate to Japan met with Japan's Internal Affairs Minister to discuss the excellent and growing collaboration between the two nations across all fields. This follows a G4 meeting involving India and Japan on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference to discuss reformed multilateralism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently congratulated Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her election victory, expressing confidence in taking their partnership to greater heights. The two leaders had previously met to discuss adding momentum to cooperation in key areas like innovation, defence, and talent mobility.

Key Points: India and Japan Strengthen Strategic Partnership Across Sectors

  • Ambassador meets Japanese Internal Affairs Minister
  • G4 nations discuss reformed multilateralism
  • PM Modi congratulates Japanese PM on election win
  • Bilateral focus on defence, innovation, and trade
  • Partnership seen as vital for global stability
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India, Japan discuss growing collaboration in all sectors

Indian and Japanese leaders discuss growing collaboration in defence, innovation, and trade, highlighting a vital strategic global partnership.

"Our Special Strategic and Global Partnership plays a vital role in enhancing global peace, stability and prosperity. - Narendra Modi"

Tokyo, Feb 17

India's Ambassador-designate to Japan Nagma Mallick met Japanese Internal Affairs Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa on Tuesday, discussing excellent and growing collaboration between the two nations across all sectors.

Following the meeting, the Indian Embassy in Japan, in a post on X, wrote, "Ambassador-designate Nagma M. Mallick called on Japan's Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Hayashi Yoshimasa today. They discussed the excellent and growing collaboration between India and Japan in all fields."

On Saturday, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met his counterparts from the G4 countries on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference 2026 in Germany. The G4 nations comprise Japan, India, Germany and Brazil.

"A G-4 meeting of India, Germany, Japan and Brazil to discuss reformed multilateralism. Held on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference for the first time," EAM Jaishankar posted on X following the meeting.

On February 8, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated his Japanese counterpart, Sanae Takaichi, on her "landmark victory" in the snap elections, and expressed confidence in the India-Japan friendship to "greater heights".

"Congratulations Sanae Takaichi on your landmark victory in the elections to the House of Representatives! Our Special Strategic and Global Partnership plays a vital role in enhancing global peace, stability and prosperity. I am confident that under your able leadership, we will continue to take the India-Japan friendship to greater heights", PM Modi said in a post on X.

PM Modi had held a bilateral meeting with PM Takaichi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg on November 23 last year, discussing ways to add momentum to bilateral cooperation in sectors like innovation, defence, and talent mobility.

"Had a productive meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan. We discussed ways to add momentum to bilateral cooperation in areas such as innovation, defence, talent mobility and more. We are also looking to enhance trade ties between our nations. A strong India-Japan partnership is vital for a better planet," PM Modi had posted on X after the meeting.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone working in the tech sector, I'm particularly excited about the mention of "innovation" and "talent mobility." Easier visas and joint research programs could be a game-changer for Indian engineers and startups.
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Rohit P
Strong ties with Japan are a strategic necessity. With China's assertiveness in the region, having a reliable partner like Japan in defense and maritime security is vital for India's interests. Good to see continuous engagement at all levels.
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Priyanka N
While the diplomatic talks are promising, I hope this "growing collaboration" translates to tangible benefits for common people. Faster implementation of infrastructure projects and more Japanese investment in Indian manufacturing would be great.
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Vikram M
The G4 meeting is interesting. India and Japan pushing for UNSC reform together makes perfect sense. Two major democracies from Asia should have a permanent seat. Hope this partnership yields results on that front too.
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Karthik V
Japan has been a true friend. Remember their support during tough times? This partnership goes beyond business; it's based on mutual respect. Let's also learn from their disaster management and cleanliness models.

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