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A Book That Reconnects History: Kolkata and West Bengal's Enduring Contribution to India–Japan Relations
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 Architect of the Indo-Pacific: Unpacking the Contradictory Legacy of Shinzo Abe
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
Exclusive Interview: Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Shigeki Murata on India–Japan Tourism Cooperation
Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Shigeki Murata speaks exclusively to JapanCalling.in on India's growing tourism potential, regional destinations, sustainable tourism, digital innovation, air connectivity and the future of India–Japan tourism cooperation. Shigeki Murata, Commissioner, Japan Tourism Agency (JTA), shares insights on regional tourism, sustainable travel, digital transformation, and strengthening tourism exchanges between India and Japan. As India and Japan cont
Building the Next Chapter of India–Kansai Partnership: Exclusive Interview with Junichi Nishida
Junichi Nishida, Executive Director of the Kansai Japan-India Association (KJIA), shares his vision for strengthening India–Japan business, investment, innovation, and people-to-people ties. Junichi Nishida, Executive Director of the Kansai Japan-India Association (KJIA) As India and Japan continue to deepen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership, regional cooperation is emerging as a powerful driver of bilateral engagement. Among Japan's economic powerhouses, the Kan
Anil Raj at IITAJ on India's Growing Role in Building Bridges Between India’s Tech Talent and Japan’s Digital Future
As Japan advances its digital transformation, India's technology talent is becoming an increasingly important partner in meeting its innovation and workforce needs. In this exclusive interview with JapanCalling.in , Anil Raj, President of the India-IT Association Japan (IITAJ) and Founder & President of RAJ GROUP, shares his entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind IITAJ, the opportunities emerging from AI, and why trust, patience, and cultural understanding remain the foun
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A Book That Reconnects History: Kolkata and West Bengal's Enduring Contribution to India–Japan Relations
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
India–Japan Business Conference 2026: The Future Begins in Kolkata
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.
The Architect of the Indo-Pacific: Unpacking the Contradictory Legacy of Shinzo Abe
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
Silk of Trust, Steel of Strategy: What Really Changed During Prime Sanae Minister Takaichi's India Visit?
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.
Why Japanese Companies Are Looking Beyond China: India's Rise as Japan's Next Investment Hub
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
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