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Ambassador-designate Nagma M. Mallick addressed distinguished scientists, academicians, and industry leaders at the International Conference on Frontier Technologies (ICFAST TOKYO 2026), hosted at the prestigious University of Tokyo. The conference was organized as part of the celebrations marking the India-Japan Year of Science, Technology and Innovation Exchange 2025–26, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two nations.
Strengthening India-Japan Scientific Cooperation
In her address, Ambassador Mallick highlighted the deepening collaboration between India and Japan in science and technology, emphasizing that innovation-driven partnerships are central to building resilient and future-ready economies. She noted that both countries share a strong commitment to leveraging frontier technologies for sustainable development and societal progress.
The Ambassador remarked that platforms like ICFAST provide vital opportunities for researchers and industry leaders to exchange ideas, explore joint projects, and translate academic research into real-world applications.
Ambassador Mallick complimented Nobel Laureate Takaki Kajita for his inspiring contributions to scientific research and global knowledge. She praised his work as a shining example of excellence in fundamental science that continues to inspire young researchers worldwide.
She also acknowledged the leadership of B. V. R. Mohan Reddy, Chairman of the Board of Governors at IIT Hyderabad, for his efforts in bridging academia and industry. She emphasized that such leadership embodies the spirit of taking research “from lab to market,” ensuring that innovation delivers tangible benefits to society in both India and Japan.
Celebrating the Spirit of Innovation
The conference brought together leading scientists, engineers, innovators, and policymakers to discuss advancements in frontier technologies, including artificial intelligence, advanced materials, space research, clean energy, and digital transformation.
Ambassador Mallick extended her best wishes to the India-Japan Society for Science, Technology and Education (IJSSTE) for successfully organizing the event. She lauded the society’s continued efforts in promoting bilateral cooperation through academic exchanges, collaborative research initiatives, and knowledge-sharing platforms.
A Shared Vision for the Future
In her concluding remarks, the Ambassador encouraged participating researchers and scholars presenting their scientific outcomes to continue fostering cross-border collaboration. She reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Japan through innovation partnerships that contribute not only to economic growth but also to global technological advancement.
ICFAST TOKYO 2026 stands as a testament to the robust and evolving science and technology partnership between India and Japan, a partnership rooted in shared values, mutual respect, and a collective vision for a more innovative and sustainable future.
