Tokyo, Japan: During her address at the Rising India 2 India-Japan Business Conclave, Japanese politician and former Minister of State for Regional Revitalization, now finance minister Satsuki Katayama, reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to strengthening its long-standing partnership with India and outlined key areas where deeper cooperation will shape the future of both nations.
Speaking before business leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from both countries, Katayama emphasized that in an increasingly uncertain world marked by geopolitical tensions, trade challenges, climate concerns, and rapid technological change, cooperation between trusted partners such as India and Japan has become more important than ever.
Highlighting the remarkable progress made since Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe elevated bilateral ties to a Special Strategic and Global Partnership in 2014, Katayama noted that the relationship continues to deepen across multiple sectors. She also pointed to the upcoming 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Japan in 2027 as a significant milestone and an opportunity to build an even stronger future together.
Promise of Increased Investment in India’s Growth
One of the key commitments highlighted in her speech was Japan’s continued support for India’s long-term development. Katayama emphasized that Japan has played a crucial role in building foundational infrastructure in India, including projects such as the Delhi Metro and major industrial corridors.
She reiterated the shared target announced during the 2025 India-Japan Summit to facilitate 10 trillion yen in private investment into India over the next decade. She further assured that the Japanese government remains committed to supporting Japanese companies investing in India, particularly in future-focused sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing.
Strengthening Economic Security Together
Katayama also stressed the importance of economic security cooperation between the two countries. She highlighted the need to reduce excessive dependence on any single country and build resilient supply chains across strategic sectors, including semiconductors, critical minerals, energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Referring to discussions held with Indian leaders at international forums, she underscored the shared commitment of India and Japan to diversify supply chains and strengthen regional economic resilience. According to Katayama, collaboration in these areas will not only benefit both nations but also contribute to the stability and prosperity of the broader Indo-Pacific region.
Another major promise outlined in her speech was Japan’s continued cooperation with India in supporting the Global South and promoting sustainable global economic growth. She acknowledged India’s growing influence on the world stage and described the country as an important voice representing developing nations.
Katayama stated that Japan would continue working closely with India in international platforms such as the G20 to help build a more resilient and sustainable global financial system. Such cooperation, she noted, would contribute not only to global economic stability but also to the long-term development of emerging economies.
Looking Ahead to a New Chapter
Concluding her address, Katayama expressed confidence that combining India’s growth potential with Japan’s strengths in technology, capital, and finance can unlock tremendous opportunities for both countries.
She called upon business leaders and entrepreneurs to transform the potential of the India-Japan relationship into tangible outcomes and stated that the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027 should serve not only as a celebration of the past but also as the beginning of a new chapter of shared prosperity between the two nations.
Her message reinforced Japan’s commitment to deeper investment, stronger economic security cooperation, and greater collaboration with India in shaping a prosperous future for the Indo-Pacific region and beyond.
