Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have committed to strengthening their nations’ collaboration in security, economic resilience, and advanced technologies. Meeting in New Delhi, the leaders emphasized their dedication to maintaining a free and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. They voiced their concerns over economic coercion and developments in the East China Sea and South China Sea, areas where tensions have been building.
In their discussions, Takaichi and Modi agreed to enhance the robustness of supply chains, particularly in critical areas such as semiconductors and essential minerals. This move is seen as a strategic step to bolster economic security amid the shifting global landscape. Furthermore, the two countries plan to expand their military cooperation, including joint military exercises and improvements in naval vessel maintenance and defense equipment development. A “two-plus-two” meeting involving Japanese and Indian foreign and defense ministers is also scheduled for later this year, highlighting the deepening defense ties.
The summit also witnessed significant economic agreements, with Japanese and Indian enterprises signing 129 memorandums of understanding. These cover investments estimated at around ¥2 trillion ($12.4 billion) across sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, automotive manufacturing, and advanced technologies. This demonstrates a strong commitment from both nations to drive forward technological innovation and economic partnership.
In the realm of artificial intelligence, Japan and India agreed to enhance their cooperation, focusing on bringing 500 Indian AI specialists to Japan by 2030. This initiative aims to foster joint research and boost innovation in emerging technologies, presenting a significant opportunity for collaboration and knowledge sharing between the two countries.