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Japan-India Governors' Network Launches to Boost State-Level Ties & Trade

The Japan-India Governors' Network for Friendship and Exchange was formally declared at the Indian Embassy in Tokyo, involving nine Japanese prefectures. The network aims to serve as a direct gateway for economic, cultural, and human resource exchange between Indian states and Japanese prefectures. Several concrete collaborations are already in motion, including green hydrogen exports from Yamanashi to Uttar Pradesh and MOUs involving Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh. The initiative, endorsed by Ambassador Nagma Mohamed Mallic, is set to move into active practice with a visit from Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister to Japan at the end of February.

Key Points: Japan-India Governors' Network for Exchange Launched

  • New Japan-India Governors' Network launched
  • Aims to boost industrial & cultural exchange
  • Multiple MOUs and projects already active
  • Focus on tech, tourism, green energy & sake
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Japanese 9 prefecture's governors declared to accelerate friendship and mutual exchange between Indian states

Nine Japanese prefectures form network with Indian states to accelerate industrial, tech, tourism & cultural exchange, with concrete projects already underway.

"PM Modi recognized that states and prefectures cooperation is key pillar of next generation's relationship. - Nagma Mohamed Mallic"

Tokyo, February 17

Declaration ceremony of Japan-India Governors' Network for Friendship and Exchange was held at Indian embassy in Tokyo. Japanese 9 prefecture's governors declared with participation of Indian ambassador Ms. Nagma Mohamed Mallic. It aims to be a gateway to connect Japanese prefectures and Indian states to develop industrial, human resource exchange and tourism.

The representative originator of this network, governor of Yamanashi pref. Mr. Kotaro Nagasaki stated "Based on long history and deep tradition, new development will be realized. Indian states and Japanese prefectures directly connect on the aspect of mutual exchange of economy and culture. Not only one local government but united local government face to Indian states utilizing each knowledge and experience. It will develop widely and continuously."

Indian ambassador Ms. Nagma Mohamed Mallic mentioned to Prime Minister Narendra D Modi's visiting to Japan in last year" PM Modi recognized that states and prefectures cooperation is key pillar of next generation's relationship."

Ambassador Mallic emphasized "Japanese prefecture is key driver of Japanese economy to strengthen manufacture and technology. It is delightful to support formation of Governors' Network."

In the session of governor and lieutenant governor each prefecture explained its strong point and necessity.

Yamanashi pref. concluded MOU between Uttar Pradesh state. Based on it green hydrogen export is proceeding. Uttar Pradesh state is accumulation site of universities. Governors' Network will utilize this potential benefit.

Tottori pref. intends to export Japanese sake under cooperation with other prefectures.

Iwate pref. has 50 year long and rich history of semiconductor industry. Business cooperation and training for engineers will be developed.

Miyagi pref. dispatches delegation to Meghalaya state to accelerate mutual exchange, covering Japanese sake and food export and human resource exchange including IT engineers, inbound tourists.

Toyama pref. re-concluded MOU between Andhra Pradesh state. It will accelerate inbound tourism to Tateyama Kurobe Alpen Route. It will fascinate tourists to show big snowing white landscape and green mountains. In addition, Toyama pref. wishes corroboration of medical industry with India.

Shizuoka pref. concluded MOU between Gujarat state. From Shizuoka Maruti Suzuki developed to India and got big market. Shizuoka pref. is developing recruiting of Indian engineers and realization of multiple culture's symbiosis society.

At the end of February, from Uttar Pradesh state chief minister Mr. Yogi Adityanath visits Yamanashi pref. with delegation members. It will be welcomed by Japanese Governors' Network. In August Japanese delegation will visit Uttar Pradesh state. Already Governors' Network's activity has transferred from plan to real practice.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in both countries, this network is long overdue. The cultural and economic synergies are immense. The focus on green hydrogen from UP is particularly promising for sustainable development.
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Priya S
Wonderful initiative! But I hope the "human resource exchange" is a two-way street with genuine skill transfer, not just a pipeline for Japanese companies to recruit our best engineers. The collaboration should uplift both sides equally.
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Vikram M
Japanese sake in India and Indian tourists in Toyama's snowscapes? What a brilliant cultural exchange! This goes beyond just business. Can't wait to visit the Tateyama Kurobe route. Japan's discipline and our hospitality will make a great combo.
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Rohit P
Solid step forward. The Maruti Suzuki connection between Shizuoka and Gujarat shows this model works. Replicating such success in semiconductors (Iwate) and medical tech (Toyama) with our states can be a game-changer for 'Make in India'.
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Michael C
Impressive depth of planning. From MOUs to actual delegation visits within months shows serious intent. The focus on specific sectors matching each region's strength—like Meghalaya with Miyagi—is a smart, practical approach.

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