Visiting Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, highlighting the strong partnership between Japan and India. Motegi described both countries as “natural partners” sharing fundamental values and strategic interests. The meeting, lasting about 50 minutes, focused on realizing a ‘Free and Open Indo-Pacific’ based on their robust relationship.
Both leaders discussed further enhancing bilateral exchanges in 2027, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and India. They also reviewed the ‘Japan-India Joint Vision for the Next Decade,’ aiming to elevate their relations to greater heights. The dialogue covered various areas such as security, the economy, investment, innovation, and people-to-people exchanges.
During the 18th India-Japan Strategic Dialogue, Motegi and Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar explored economic, maritime, supply chain, critical mineral, technology, and multilateral cooperation. Jaishankar expressed optimism about the Special Strategic and Global Partnership’s potential in shaping the international economy and world order. He highlighted the importance of collaboration in forums like the Quad, the United Nations, and the G20.
EAM Jaishankar underscored the significance of the India-Japan friendship, emphasizing their shared strategic goals as leading democracies and major economies. He welcomed Motegi’s visit and stressed the obligation to work closely in shaping the global order. Both countries are set to celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic ties in 2027, reflecting the continuous growth of their special partnership.
