PM Meets Japanese Defence Minister, Stresses On Boosting India-Japan Ties
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi to discuss strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations. The talks focused on enhancing defence cooperation and exploring co-production opportunities under the 'Make in India' initiative.
Why it matters
The meeting underscores the growing security and economic alignment between India and Japan in the Indo-Pacific region.
Defence Minister of Japan Shinjiro Koizumi on Thursday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi who outlined his vision for further strengthening the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between the two countries.During the meeting, PM Modi recalled his detailed discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during her visit to India for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026 and appreciated the steady momentum in defence collaboration between the two countries."Japan's Minister of Defence Shinjiro Koizumi, who is on an official visit to India, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi today," a statement issued by the pPrime Minister's Office said.PM Modi outlined his vision for further strengthening the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between India and Japan and highlighted the importance of India-Japan defence and security cooperation in furthering peace, stability and prosperity in the…
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