Minister Jaishankar shared on social media, “Good to meet with FM Takeshi Iwaya of Japan. Reviewed the progress in our bilateral cooperation. Also discussed developments pertaining to Quad,” reflecting the cordial and constructive nature of the meeting. The discussions focused on deepening cooperation across several vital domains, including political, security, economic, technological, and people-to-people exchanges.

Both leaders highlighted the importance of continuing their regular strategic dialogues to maintain momentum in bilateral relations. They agreed on the importance of institutional mechanisms such as the Strategic Dialogue and the 2+2 Dialogue between Foreign and Defence Ministers to ensure consistent and effective collaboration. During the meeting, Jaishankar invited Minister Iwaya to visit India, underscoring the commitment to further strengthen ties between the two nations.

A key highlight of the meeting was the announcement of the India-Japan Year of Science, Technology, and Innovation, marking the 40th anniversary of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Science and Technology cooperation, which was first signed in 1985. Both ministers expressed their enthusiasm to advance mutual efforts in science and technology, with an emphasis on innovation and research partnerships in the coming year.

The bilateral talks also underscored the growing importance of people-to-people exchanges. Areas such as technology, education, and skill development were identified as critical to fostering stronger cultural and educational bonds between the two nations. This is expected to further solidify the longstanding friendship between India and Japan.

The meeting also celebrated the deep-rooted historical and cultural connections between the two countries. Japan’s spiritual and cultural ties to India date back to ancient times, with key historical milestones such as the consecration of the Buddha statue in Nara by Indian monk Bodhisena in 752 AD. Prominent Indian figures like Swami Vivekananda, Rabindranath Tagore, and Subhash Chandra Bose also played pivotal roles in reinforcing the bond between the nations.

In recent years, the Indian community in Japan has seen significant growth, particularly among IT professionals and engineers. Over 40,000 Indians now live in Japan, with many pursuing higher education, including doctoral courses. The Nishikasai area of Tokyo has become a hub for the Indian community, with Indian schools established to meet the growing demand for educational resources.

This strategic meeting further solidifies the enduring and multifaceted relationship between India and Japan, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to promoting regional peace, stability, and prosperity through continued cooperation across all sectors.

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This was Misri’s first official visit to Japan in his current capacity, during which he held a series of discussions with senior Japanese officials. According to a release from the MEA, the Foreign Secretary conducted the inaugural round of the Dialogue on Economic Security, covering topics such as strategic trade, technology, and supply chain resilience.

In addition, Misri held the FS-Vice Ministerial Dialogue with Masataka Okano, Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, where they reviewed the entire spectrum of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The discussions encompassed various areas, including political relations, defence and security, economic cooperation, and people-to-people ties.

Misri also met with senior Japanese officials, including Takehiko Matsuo, Vice-Minister for International Affairs at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, to discuss economic and high technology cooperation. He further engaged with Keiichi Ichikawa, Deputy Secretary General of the National Security Secretariat and Assistant Chief Cabinet Secretary, to discuss the security and economic partnership between the two countries.

The Foreign Secretary also met Yoshimichi Terada, Vice-Minister for International Affairs at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, to review cooperation on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project.

During his visit, Misri interacted with policymakers and senior officials from key Japanese ministries and agencies, including the Ministry of Environment, JETRO, JICA, and JAXA, to further strengthen India-Japan relations.

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