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Maruti Suzuki and JETRO have entered a strategic partnership to enhance startup ecosystems in India and Japan. This MoU aims to facilitate innovation by providing startups from both countries better access to each other's markets. Hisashi Takeuchi highlighted the initiative as a significant step towards co-creating technology-driven solutions in the automobile and mobility sectors. According to Takashi Suzuki, this collaboration further strengthens the robust partnership between these two nations by driving economic growth and fostering innovation.

Key Points: Maruti Suzuki and JETRO Boost India-Japan Startup Ventures

  • Maruti Suzuki signs MoU with JETRO for startup support
  • Focus on India-Japan business collaboration
  • Innovation programs include accelerator and mobility challenge
  • Broader access to startup ecosystems in both nations
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Maruti Suzuki and JETRO collaborate to facilitate business opportunities for startups from India and Japan

Maruti Suzuki partners with JETRO to expand startup opportunities between India and Japan.

"Startups are key drivers of innovation and economic growth. - Hisashi Takeuchi"

New Delhi, May 30

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), to promote innovation and facilitate business opportunities for startups from India and Japan.

According to Maruti Suzuki, the MoU was formally exchanged between Dr Tapan Sahoo, Executive Officer, Digital Enterprise, Maruti Suzuki and Takashi Suzuki, Chief Director General, JETRO India in the presence of Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki.

Under the MoU, Maruti Suzuki and JETRO will collaborate to support startups based in India to access the startup and innovation ecosystem of Japan, similarly, startups based in Japan will get an opportunity to access the startup and innovation ecosystem of India.

In addition, Maruti Suzuki and JETRO will work with each other to facilitate the participation and networking of startups in appropriate activities or events, connecting them with relevant partners.

Startups chosen through Maruti Suzuki's four innovation programs- accelerator, incubation, mobility challenge and nurture- will be eligible to participate in these events.

Startups from Japan can explore the Indian startup ecosystem by participating through JETRO. Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, "Startups are key drivers of innovation and economic growth. Through our multi-format innovation programs, we have been engaging with startups in India to co-create technology-driven solutions relevant to the automobile manufacturing and mobility space."

He added, "We see great potential in Indian startups, and with this MoU with JETRO, we will be able to provide a platform for these promising startups to explore the Japanese business landscape."

Takashi Suzuki, Chief Director General, JETRO India, said, "Maruti Suzuki stands as one of the finest examples of the successful partnership between India and Japan. With this MoU, we are creating opportunities for even more fruitful business collaborations between our two nations. This MoU aims to foster innovation, drive economic growth, and further strengthen the deep-rooted ties between India and Japan."

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This is fantastic news! 🇮🇳🤝🇯🇵 Japan has always been our trusted partner in technology and innovation. Maruti Suzuki taking this initiative will open doors for our desi startups to learn from Japanese precision and quality standards. Hope to see some groundbreaking collaborations soon!
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Priya M.
Great move by Maruti! But I hope they ensure proper IP protection for Indian startups. We've seen many cases where our innovations get copied abroad. The MoU should have strong safeguards for our young entrepreneurs.
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Arjun S.
Japanese work ethic + Indian jugaad innovation = Winning combination! 🚀 This partnership could create solutions perfect for both markets. Maybe we'll finally get affordable electric vehicles with Japanese reliability?
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Sneha R.
As someone working in the startup ecosystem, this is exactly the kind of global exposure we need. Japanese mentorship could help Indian startups scale up properly instead of just chasing valuations. More such tie-ups please!
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Vikram J.
Hope this isn't just another MoU that gets forgotten. Maruti should regularly update about actual startups that benefit from this. Transparency will build trust in such initiatives.
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Neeta P.
Japan has been India's true friend for decades. While others just give lectures, Japan actually invests in our growth. This collaboration shows why we should strengthen ties with Tokyo across all sectors.

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