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India–Japan Maritime Cooperation Deepens as IPA, CMEC and JTTRI Sign Strategic MoU
A new Memorandum of Understanding between the Indian Ports Association (IPA), CMEC at RIS, and Japan Transport and Tourism Research Institute (JTTRI) marks a significant step in India–Japan maritime cooperation. The partnership aims to strengthen research, port development, connectivity, and supply chain resilience while supporting broader Indo-Pacific strategic objectives. MoU Signing Ceremony among Indian Ports Association, Centre for Maritime Economy and Connectivity (CME


The 140th Birth Anniversary of Rash Behari Bose: A Forgotten Legacy
Long before India achieved independence, Rash Behari Bose had already internationalised the freedom struggle. A master strategist, underground revolutionary, and architect of transnational anti-colonial resistance, Bose transformed exile into opportunity — building alliances in Japan, shaping the foundations of the Indian National Army, and challenging the British Empire far beyond India’s borders. On his birth anniversary, revisiting his extraordinary journey is not just an


Japan Odisha Partnership Emerges as a Model of Subnational Diplomacy
As global diplomacy increasingly moves beyond national capitals, the growing partnership between Japan and Odisha highlights the rising importance of subnational cooperation in shaping economic and strategic ties. From sister-state collaboration and cultural exchanges to technology partnerships and skilled workforce mobility, the evolving Japan–Odisha relationship is emerging as a dynamic model of localized diplomacy with global impact. The architecture of international relat


Swami Vivekananda and Japan: A Vision of Modernity Rooted in Tradition
At a time when nations grapple with balancing tradition and modernity, the reflections of Swami Vivekananda’s journey through Japan in the 1890s offer a remarkably relevant perspective. Witnessing a society that embraced progress without losing its cultural soul, Vivekananda saw in Japan a powerful model for Asia’s resurgence. Today, as India and Japan deepen their partnership across education, culture, and innovation, his insights continue to resonate, reminding us that true


India–Japan Army Talks Signal New Phase in Defence Cooperation
From army talks to policy changes, India and Japan are moving toward a more operational and strategic partnership in the Indo-Pacific.
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"A New Golden Chapter": Hitomi Sato on India–Japan Relations, Innovation and the Indo-Pacific
In an exclusive conversation, Hitomi Sato discusses India-Japan relations, economic cooperation, innovation, infrastructure and the future of the Indo-Pacific.


India–Japan Economic Security Dialogue 2026: Building Resilient Supply Chains
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–Japan Partnership: From Vibrant Gujarat to Global Value Chains
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.


Ambassador Nagma M. Mallick Presents Credentials to Emperor of Japan, in a Ceremony Steeped in Tradition
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 1st Japan-India AI Strategic Dialogue: Geopolitics of Technology
The Japan-India AI Strategic Dialogue signals a new techno-strategic partnership shaping global AI governance, digital sovereignty, and innovation leadership.
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