"Free, prosperous, rules-based Indo-Pacific is our shared priority": Japanese PM

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasized that both Japan and India are committed to fostering a free, prosperous, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region, identifying it as a shared priority. Speaking in New Delhi, Takaichi noted that the two nations, as major democratic and market economies, have launched significant initiatives aimed at promoting peace, stability, and progress across the region.

During her visit, Takaichi highlighted the deepening strategic cooperation between Japan and India. She mentioned the recent update to Japan's Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP) policy and confirmed plans for joint exercises between Japanese and Indian naval vessels. Furthermore, Japan expressed support for India's membership in the International Energy Agency (IEA).

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Today, both India and Japan are among the world's largest economies. A free, prosperous, and rules-based Indo-Pacific is our shared priority. As the region's largest democratic and market economies, we have undertaken several significant initiatives today. Together, these will pave the way for peace, stability, and progress across the entire region.

The bilateral talks, held at Hyderabad House, also saw the signing of multiple Memoranda of Cooperation. These agreements span diverse sectors, including geology and mineral exploration through a pact between the Geological Survey of India and the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security. Other MOUs cover pharmaceuticals, medical devices, battery technology, and the expansion of biogas and organic fertilizer production.

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You call me beautiful younger sister... We are on the same page. The establishment of this relationship has become more important. To deepen the strategic cooperation between Japan and India.