Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation Reinforces Strong Anti-Terrorism Stance During Japan Visit

An all-party parliamentary delegation from India, led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, met Japan’s former Minister of Justice and Acting Chairperson of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Research Committee on Counter-terrorism, Yasuhiro Hanashi, on Friday.

During the meeting, the MPs emphasised India’s ‘unified and determined stance’ against terrorism in all its forms.

The Indian Embassy in Japan confirmed that both nations reiterated their zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.

In a post on X, the embassy posted, “All-Party Delegation from India met Mr. Yasuhiro Hanashi, Acting Chairperson of the Research Committee on Counter-terrorism of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Former Minister of Justice. India’s unified and determined stance against terrorism in all its forms was highlighted. Both sides reiterated their zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.”

Engagements With Senior Japanese Officials

Later on Friday, the delegation met Japan’s former Defence Minister Minoru Kihara and Shinako Tsuchiya, Director General of the International Bureau of the LDP, at the party’s headquarters in Tokyo. India’s Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, also attended the meeting.

Earlier, the delegation engaged with the Diplomatic Corps in Tokyo, reaffirming India’s ‘unwavering national resolve’ against terrorism.

The Indian Embassy described the interaction as a ‘proactive engagement’ and tweeted, “United in voice, firm in action.”

Participation In Raisina Tokyo 2025

On Thursday, the delegation participated in the inaugural session of Raisina Tokyo 2025, which brought together leaders and experts from India, Japan, and the Indo-Pacific region.

Speakers at the session reiterated Japan’s steadfast support for India’s fight against terrorism.

The embassy posted on X, “Proactive engagement by the All-Party Delegation from India with the Diplomatic Corps in Tokyo at @IndianEmbTokyo reaffirms India’s unwavering national resolve against terrorism. United in voice, firm in action.”

Meetings With Key Japanese Leaders

The delegation, visiting Japan from 22 to 24 May, also met Japan’s Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, former Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, and the current Vice President of the LDP and Chairman of the Japan-India Association.

They further met Takashi Endo, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security. Both leaders affirmed Japan’s continued backing of India’s anti-terrorism efforts, according to official statements.

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Additionally, the Indian MPs engaged with leading Japanese think tanks, briefing participants on India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism.

The discussions received strong support from participants, reinforcing shared regional security concerns.

Diplomatic Talks Advance India-Japan Partnership

In a separate key meeting, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held talks with Takehiro Funakoshi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, as part of the Foreign Secretary–Vice Minister Dialogue in Tokyo.

Their discussions focused on advancing the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership and reinforcing India’s message of zero tolerance for terrorism.

Misri also met Hiroyuki Namazu, Senior Deputy Foreign Minister, exchanging views on India-Japan cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and other shared interests.

Unified Message Against Terrorism

Throughout the visit, the all-party delegation projected India’s national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all its forms.

The delegation aims to send a strong message worldwide of India’s firm stance on zero tolerance for terrorism, strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations.