Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have pledged to enhance their nations’ collaboration in security, economic resilience, and advanced technologies. This decision followed their recent summit in New Delhi, where both leaders underscored the importance of a free and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. They also voiced concerns about economic coercion and tensions in the East China Sea and South China Sea, committing to fortify supply chains in strategic areas such as semiconductors and critical minerals.
In a significant move to boost defense ties, Japan and India plan to expand joint military exercises and improve cooperation in naval vessel maintenance and defense equipment development. Additionally, they have scheduled a “two-plus-two” meeting involving foreign and defense ministers from both countries later this year, further strengthening their security partnership.
On the economic front, the summit resulted in Japanese and Indian companies signing 129 memorandums of understanding. These agreements represent investments totaling approximately ¥2 trillion ($12.4 billion) and span sectors like semiconductors, artificial intelligence, automotive manufacturing, and advanced technologies.
Acknowledging the growing importance of artificial intelligence in the global landscape, Japan and India also agreed to enhance cooperation in this field. Aiming to foster joint research and innovation, the two countries have set a target to bring 500 Indian AI specialists to Japan by 2030. This initiative highlights the expanding collaboration between the two nations in emerging technologies.