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Shinjiro Koizumi

Japanese F-2 fighter aircraft have arrived in Jodhpur for Veer Guardian 2026, joining India’s Tejas, Su-30 MKI and Rafale.

PM Modi and Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi discussed deeper defence ties, with focus on Indian start-ups, co-development and maritime security.

India and Japan will explore joint naval shipbuilding and design, while expanding maritime security, ship repair, exercises and defence cooperation.

Rajnath Singh welcomed Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi as India and Japan sought to deepen maritime security and defence cooperation.