Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba on Friday participated in the 15th India–Japan Annual Summit at Kantei, the official residence of the Japanese PM. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, India’s Ambassador to Japan Sibi George, and other senior officials were also present.
PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour at Kantei before the summit discussions.
Earlier in the day, PM Modi and Prime Minister Ishiba addressed the India–Japan Economic Forum, which saw participation from CEOs and business leaders across diverse sectors. In his address, PM Modi underscored the depth of India’s economic ties with Japan and highlighted new areas of cooperation for the future.
“Addressed a business event in Tokyo. The presence of Prime Minister Ishiba made this even more special, reflecting the priority we accord to bilateral economic linkages. Spoke about India’s deep economic ties with Japan and also listed areas where cooperation can deepen in the years to come: Like we did in automobiles, we can recreate the same success in batteries, robotics, semiconductors, shipbuilding, and nuclear energy,” said PM Modi on X.
“Tech–Talent synergy will power this century’s technology revolution. Green energy focus for a better future. Next-gen infrastructure, where Japan’s excellence and India’s scale can do wonders. Skill development and people-to-people ties will remain central to this journey,” he added.
During his Tokyo visit, PM Modi also met former Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The two leaders discussed progress in bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade, critical technologies, and human resource mobility.
“Had a wonderful meeting with the former Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. Fumio Kishida. He has always been a strong advocate of closer India–Japan relations. We discussed the progress in our bilateral partnership across trade, critical technologies and human resource mobility, as well as the vast potential in emerging areas such as technology and semiconductors,” said PM Modi on X.
The Prime Minister also met former Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, now Chairperson of the Japan–India Association, for talks on further strengthening cooperation.
“I had a very good meeting with Mr. Yoshihide Suga. We spoke about the many dimensions of India–Japan cooperation and how we can further deepen it. Our discussions covered building closer collaboration in technology, AI, trade, investment and beyond,” PM Modi said.
PM Modi arrived in Tokyo early Friday morning on a two-day visit. He was received at the airport by Japan’s Ambassador to India ONO Keiichi, India’s Ambassador to Japan Sibi George, and other senior officials.
Following his engagements in Japan, PM Modi is scheduled to travel to China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1.
(With inputs from IANS)
