Highlighting the long-term economic importance, Nagaland’s Deputy Chief Minister T. R. Zeliang stated that the Nagaland-Japan Connect aims to boost bilateral cooperation, attract investments, and spur the state’s growth. Speaking at the ‘Nagaland–Japan Connect 2026’ event in Dimapur, he emphasized the strategic economic role of this initiative.
Zeliang stressed the value of investing in human capital through language, skills, and international exposure, foreseeing benefits like employment opportunities, remittances, and enhanced institutional capacity. The partnership between Nagaland and Japan, established in 2014, is based on mutual trust and a shared vision for the future.
The event organized by the Investment and Development Authority (IDAN) in Dimapur signifies a significant step in the state government’s global engagement strategy, focusing on human capital development, international mobility, and fostering people-to-people partnerships. The initiative aims to create structured pathways for overseas employment, skill development, and long-term institutional collaboration with Japan.
Officials highlighted that the Nagaland–Japan Connect is not a one-off engagement but a continuous effort to prepare the youth for global job markets and establish enduring institutional ties with Japan. The initiative aims to equip the youth with the necessary skills and experiences to excel globally while contributing to Nagaland’s development.
Addressing the gathering, Minister for Industries and Commerce, Hekani Jakhalu, emphasized the need for youth to break traditional boundaries and create sustainable livelihoods. She underlined the importance of expanding horizons for the youth to compete on a global scale, noting that Japan’s selection of Nagaland reflects the credibility and dedication of the state’s people and government.
