INDIA JAPAN RELATIONS
Indian IIT talent thrives in Japan's MIRAI-Setu programme as nations near 75th anniversary
As India and Japan approach 75 years of diplomatic ties in 2027, 40 IIT and IIIT students visited Japan under the "Foster System = MIRAI - Setu" programme. Immersed in Japanese universities and corporations, they developed strong industry insights, proposing innovative solutions for bilateral growth.
Japan emerges as a new market for Indian spacetech startups
Startups such as Digantara Industries, Bellatrix Aerospace, Xovian Aerospace, SatNxt, and Manastu Space are seeing growing interest from Japanese companies as the country looks to grow its space and defence capabilities.
India, Japan to play historic men's T20I match ahead of Asian Games
India's men's cricket team will face Japan in a T20 International match. This game celebrates seventy-five years of India-Japan diplomatic relations and promotes cooperation. The match will occur on September twenty-second, providing valuable practice for the Asian Games. Both teams will compete for the Suzuki Cup at Sano International Cricket Ground. This initiative stems from an agreement between the two nations' prime ministers.
Commerce minister Piyush Goyal asks Japanese companies to deepen localisation in India
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has urged Japanese auto and capital goods companies to increase localisation, set up R&D and Global Capability Centres (GCCs), and build new manufacturing capacity in India to use the country as a base for global exports.
What Maruti-Suzuki can teach India-Japan
The Maruti-Suzuki collaboration brought global manufacturing to India, democratising transportation and boosting the middle class. This partnership provided advanced Japanese technology and developed India's industrial capabilities. It created a world-class auto ecosystem. Maruti-Suzuki's success offers a blueprint for future India-Japan collaborations, like in the semiconductor industry.
Don't equate victim with perpetrator in terror attacks: FS Vikram Misri at Raisina Tokyo
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlights the importance of not equating victims and perpetrators of terror. He appreciates Japan's support after the Pahalgam attack. India launched strikes targeting terror infrastructure. Misri notes global economic challenges and India's role as a source of stability. India aims to strengthen its manufacturing sector and infrastructure. India and Japan's partnership can be impactful.
Foreign Secy Vikram Misri conveys India's 'zero tolerance to terror' to Japan's Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs
Vikram Misri and Takehiro Funakoshi met in Tokyo. They discussed advancing the India-Japan partnership. Misri conveyed India's firm stance against terrorism. An Indian delegation met Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya. They reiterated India's commitment to combating terrorism. Iwaya supported India's fight. Sanjay Kumar Jha urged global leaders to stand with India against Pakistan's terrorism sponsorship.
India, Japan renew $75 bn bilateral currency swap agreement
India and Japan have renewed their USD 75 billion bilateral currency swap agreement, as announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA) allows both countries to exchange their local currencies for US dollars. The agreement was signed by the Bank of Japan and the RBI, and it remains effective as of February 28, 2025.
Mina-san Kon'nichiwa': UP CM Yogi Adityanath speaks in Japanese as govt signs MoUs with Yamanashi governor
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath addressed in Japanese during the ceremony of signing MOUs with Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture in Lucknow. The agreements aim to boost economic and cultural cooperation, reflecting a deep partnership. This event highlighted historical and modern ties between India and Japan, emphasizing ongoing academic and economic exchanges between both nations.
India, Japan need to capitalise on positive sentiment: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the need for practical steps to strengthen India-Japan ties, despite existing goodwill. He emphasized boosting people-to-people contacts, particularly tourism and education, noting the untapped potential for Indian tourism in Japan. Jaishankar also acknowledged shared experiences with Japan as neighbors of China, referencing India's trade relationship and the 2020 border tensions.
India, Japan relatively shielded from US tariff risks, says Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley's analysis suggests India and Japan are relatively insulated from President-elect Trump's tariff threats, with Japan particularly well-positioned. While India faces greater exposure, the impact on growth is estimated to be moderate. However, broader tariff implications for Asia remain a concern, emphasizing the need for diversified trade partnerships.
Japan Inc views India as lot less tumultuous place to do business than before, says Nomura’s Willcox
Nomura's head of wholesale, Christopher Willcox, highlighted India's growing appeal for Japanese investments due to policy stability, economic strength, and consumption growth. Despite past challenges, India is viewed as less risky now, attracting businesses seeking supply chain diversification beyond China. Willcox expressed optimism about India's market resilience amidst global uncertainties and highlighted its depth and evolution.
India signs pact to fund & send government officials for post-graduation study in Japan
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Grant Agreement with the Indian government to offer scholarships to 36 Indian officials for master’s programs at Japanese universities. This initiative aims to boost India-Japan relations and increase people-to-people exchanges. The first group of officials will commence their studies in mid-2025 under a grant of approximately Rs 12 crores.
India-Japan ties have deepened in every sphere in 70 years: PM Modi
He said, "As we celebrate 70 years of establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Japan today, I am happy to see that our ties have deepened in every sphere, whether strategic, economic or people-to-people contacts."
Japan extends fresh loan to India to combat socio-economic impacts of Covid
This yen loan is the latest addition to Japan’s supports to India in its fight against COVID-19. After the outbreak of the pandemic, of Japan provided swift assistance to India.
Modi woos Japanese investors with lots of promise & resolve
"I invite more and more Japanese to come live and work in India," Modi said in his address at the India-Japan Business Plenary in the presence of Shinzo Abe.
In a first, Japan floats house league for promotion of yoga
The establishment of the league provides a boost to preparations for the Third International Day of Yoga in June 2017, according to officials of the Indian Embassy in Japan.
India-Japan relations yet to reach potential: Kiren Rijiju
Noting that ‘Made in Japan’ brand is one of the strongest in the world, Rijiju said Japan and India can work together to get its ‘Make in India’ programme similar trust.
How a Japanese national's gesture can go a long way in firming up India-Japan relations
Hiramoto conveyed that, while checking the brochures received during business to business meetings with Indian counterparts during the Energy Dialogue, he found a packet containing US$ 3000.
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