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Why Assam Matters in the India-Japan Strategic Partnership: Geopolitics, Supply Chains and Northeast India's Gateway Role
Despite attracting less than one percent of India's FDI, Assam is gaining strategic importance in India-Japan relations. The state's location at the gateway to Southeast Asia aligns with India's Act East Policy and Japan's Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) vision. Assam and Northeast India highlighting strategic connectivity routes under India-Japan cooperation and the Indo-Pacific framework Assam has never been a potential destination for foreign investment in India. It acco
Jun 225 min read
Beyond Diplomacy: Building the Human Foundations of India–Japan Relations
The Japan-India International Exchange Symposium 2026 and the signing of the IPA–CMEC–JTTRI Memorandum of Understanding underscore a significant evolution in India–Japan relations. Beyond traditional diplomacy, the partnership is increasingly driven by people-to-people exchanges, tourism, maritime cooperation, research collaboration, and institutional connectivity. As both nations strengthen cooperation across the Indo-Pacific, these initiatives highlight a shared commitment
Jun 46 min read
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