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PM Modi Meets Japanese Delegation; Discusses Deepening Economic Cooperation Between India & Japan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a high-level meeting with a Japanese business delegation from Keizai Doyukai (Japan Association of Corporate Executives) at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi, on March 28, 2025.

PM Modi Meets Key Japanese Delegation

Led by Takeshi Niinami, Chairperson of Keizai Doyukai, the delegation included 20 top business leaders from Japan, all eager to engage with PM Modi on strategies to further deepen economic cooperation between India and Japan.

Strengthening Bilateral Trade & Investment

During the meeting, PM Modi underscored the importance of India-Japan’s special strategic partnership, reaffirming India’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment.

PM Modi Engages With Japanese Delegation

He highlighted the growing bilateral trade and the vast opportunities for investment in India across several sectors.

 

PM Modi Engages With Japanese Delegation

Specifically, the conversation focused on strengthening collaborations in agriculture, marine products, technology, defence, infrastructure, clean energy, nuclear energy, space exploration, civil aviation, and MSMEs.

Japan Plus & Business-Friendly Environment

PM Modi emphasized the role of the ‘Japan Plus’ initiative, a system designed to streamline and fast-track Japanese investments in India.

He assured the Japanese delegation that India’s governance system is policy-driven, providing a transparent and predictable environment for investors.

PM Modi encouraged the Japanese business leaders to explore India’s vast economic potential without hesitation or ambiguity, reaffirming India’s dedication to creating a welcoming atmosphere for foreign investments.

Aviation, Infrastructure, & Green Energy

The Prime Minister further spoke about India’s growing aviation sector, which is witnessing rapid expansion with the construction of new airports and improvements in logistics capabilities.

He also highlighted India’s focus on green energy, specifically mentioning the country’s biofuels mission and its potential to benefit the agricultural sector.

PM Modi reiterated that India is keen on collaborating with international experts in emerging fields like artificial intelligence (AI), green energy, and cutting-edge space and nuclear technology.

The Keizai Doyukai delegation shared their vision for strengthening ties with India, expressing interest in tapping into the country’s diverse human resources and skill development programs.

Niinami Takeshi, President and CEO of Suntory Holdings Ltd, praised the thriving bilateral relations, particularly under PM Modi’s leadership.

He noted the immense opportunities for Japanese companies to invest in India, emphasizing the alignment with PM Modi’s ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ vision.

Commitment To ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ Vision

Tanakaa Shigehiro, Corporate Senior Executive Vice-President of NEC Corporation, echoed the positive sentiment, remarking on PM Modi’s clear vision and expectations for Japanese industry to invest in India.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat 2047,’ focusing on sustainable and mutually beneficial partnerships that contribute to India’s continued growth and global prominence.

The meeting concluded on an optimistic note, with both India and Japan pledging to build on the existing foundations of their economic relationship.

With a shared vision for the future, both sides expressed excitement about the growing opportunities for collaboration and investment in the coming years.

This dynamic interaction between India and Japan highlights the potential for strengthening economic ties and fostering collaboration in key sectors that will shape the future of both nations.

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Anamika Agarwala

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