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India and Japan are giving fresh momentum to their Africa partnership under the Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) vision. Backed by the India–Japan Joint Economic Forum, a new JETRO strategic report, and renewed focus on the Asia–Africa Growth Corridor (AAGC), the two nations are positioning themselves to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, digital infrastructure, healthcare, green energy, and resilient supply chains across the Global South. The sixteenth India-Japan A

Released at the 5th India–Japan Business Conference 2026, India–Japan Relations: Contribution of Kolkata and West Bengal highlights the personalities and historical connections that laid the foundation for today's trusted India–Japan partnership. Business conferences are often remembered for investment announcements, trade discussions, and networking opportunities. Yet, at the 5th India–Japan Business Conference (IJBC) 2026 in Kolkata, one of the most memorable moments came n

The India–Japan Business Conference 2026 positions Kolkata as the gateway to deeper SME collaboration, technology partnerships, and the next chapter of Indo–Japan economic cooperation.

Years after his assassination, Shinzo Abe's legacy continues to shape Japan and the wider Indo-Pacific. From bold economic reforms and a more proactive security policy to the vision of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific that placed India at the heart of Japan's strategic outlook, Abe's ideas remain central to the evolving India–Japan partnership and the region's geopolitical future. July 8 remains a date that carries a visceral shock. When a crude, handmade weapon abruptly ended Sh

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's maiden India visit marked a strategic turning point, deepening India-Japan cooperation across defence, technology, economic security, clean energy and the Indo-Pacific.

Japanese FDI in India has surpassed ₹2.7 lakh crore as companies adopt a China Plus One strategy to diversify supply chains and reduce geopolitical risks. Discover why India is emerging as Japan's preferred destination for manufacturing, innovation, and long-term economic partnership. For much of the past three decades, China was the undisputed center of Asian manufacturing. Japanese companies invested heavily in the country, attracted by its vast workforce, robust infrastruc

In an exclusive conversation, Hitomi Sato discusses India-Japan relations, economic cooperation, innovation, infrastructure and the future of the Indo-Pacific.

The 2nd India–Japan Economic Security Dialogue in New Delhi marks a decisive shift toward resilience in semiconductors, critical minerals, ICT, clean energy, and pharmaceuticals. Co‑chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Japanese Vice Ministers, the dialogue strengthens trusted supply chains and deepens the Special Strategic and Global Partnership in the Indo‑Pacific. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, along with Vice Minister, MOFA of Japan, Takehiro Funakoshi, and Vice

Gujarat is rapidly emerging as Japan’s most important economic and strategic partner in India. From semiconductors and advanced manufacturing to cultural diplomacy and industrial investment, the Gujarat–Japan partnership is shaping the future of India–Japan cooperation.

A centuries-old ceremonial tradition set the stage for a new chapter in India–Japan relations as Nagma M. Mallick formally presented her credentials to the Emperor of Japan at Tokyo’s Imperial Palace. Blending history, symbolism, and diplomacy, the moment highlights not just protocol but the deepening strategic and cultural partnership between the two nations—where tradition continues to shape modern global engagement. Indian Ambassador Nagma Mallick presenting credentials to

The Japan-India AI Strategic Dialogue signals a new techno-strategic partnership shaping global AI governance, digital sovereignty, and innovation leadership.

High‑level engagements and agreements between India and Japan underscore the growing depth of their Special Strategic and Global Partnership . From currency swap frameworks and maritime security dialogues to healthcare investments and sub‑national diplomacy, the relationship is evolving into a multi‑dimensional mechanism that addresses both economic vulnerabilities and geopolitical shifts. This article explores how New Delhi and Tokyo are operationalizing their partnership t