NEW DELHI — Japan’s Minister of Defence Shinjiro Koizumi called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an official visit to India, reaffirming the commitment of both nations to expand their Special Strategic and Global Partnership.
The meeting comes on the heels of the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit held in July 2026, where PM Modi held extensive bilateral discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Key Highlights of the Bilateral Meeting
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Push for ‘Make in India’ Defence Co-Production: Prime Minister Modi highlighted expanding avenues for Japanese firms to collaborate with Indian companies and defence start-ups. He invited Japanese participation in joint research, co-development, and co-production of military hardware under the Make in India program.
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Indo-Pacific Peace and Stability: Both leaders emphasized that strong defence and security cooperation between India and Japan serves as a vital anchor for peace, security, and economic prosperity across the Indo-Pacific region.
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Progress Review: Defence Minister Koizumi briefed PM Modi on recent advancements in joint military exercises, operational coordination, and technology sharing, reiterating Tokyo’s dedication to deepening security ties with New Delhi.
The discussion underlines the steady momentum in bilateral defence relations as both countries navigate shared security challenges in the broader maritime domain.
