Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Japan on Friday to attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit at the invitation of his counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba. During the two-day visit, PM Modi will hold wide-ranging discussions on regional and global peace, security, and other key areas of cooperation.
‘The world is not just watching India, it is counting on India’
In his first official engagement in Tokyo, PM Modi addressed the India-Japan Economic Forum. “Strong business ties between our nations are a vital element of our friendship,” he said.
“In every sector, our partnership stands as a symbol of mutual trust. Japanese companies have already invested over 40 billion dollars in India. In just the last two years, private investment has grown significantly,” he added.
Modi stated that India today is one of the most promising destinations for investors. According to JETRO, nearly 80 percent of Japanese companies are keen to expand their presence in India. In our country, capital does not merely grow — it multiplies, he further said.
“You are all aware of the unprecedented transformation India has undergone in the last 11 years. Today, there is political and economic stability, policies are transparent, and the system offers predictability. India is the fastest-growing major economy in the world and is on course to soon become the third-largest global economy,” he said.
The PM noted that India has a strong banking sector, low inflation, and low interest rates. India is also opening up it nuclear energy sector. “Behind all of this lies our resolve, our conviction, and our clear strategy to develop India,” he added.
“The world has recognised this progress. Recently, S&P Global upgraded India’s credit rating outlook. The world is not just watching India anymore — it is counting on India,” he said.
PM Modi highlights Indian-Japan partnership
At the India-Japan Economic Forum, PM Modi also highlighted the agreement signed between the two nations in the field of clean fuel.
“India has taken bold and ambitious initiatives in AI, semiconductor, quantum computing, biotech, and space. The technology of Japan and the talent of India can together lead the tech revolution of this century… India-Japan have signed an agreement on Joint Credit Mechanism for cooperation on clean fuel and green future…” stated PM Modi.
PM Modi shared a vision of shaping the Asian century in partnership with Japan.
#WATCH | “India and Japan’s partnership is strategic and smart. Powered by economic logic, we have turned shared interests into shared prosperity. India is the springboard for Japanese business to the Global South. Together, we will shape the Asian century for stability, growth… pic.x.com/0Xx6Rs7GTh
— ANI (@ANI) August 29, 2025
He said, “India’s skilled youth talent has the potential to meet global demand, and Japan can also benefit from this. You should train Indian talent in the Japanese language and other skilled areas to create a Japan-ready workforce together. This skilled workforce will fulfill global requirements…”
PM Modi welcomed by Indian diaspora in Japan
Earlier today, after landing in Japan, Prime Minister Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora and Japanese citizens in Tokyo. He tweeted that he was deeply moved by the affection shown by the Indian community. Several Japanese nationals even donned traditional Indian attire to greet the Indian Prime Minister.
東京におけるインド人コミュニティの温かさに深く感銘を受けました。日本社会に大きく貢献しながら、我々の文化的ルーツを守り続けているその姿勢は、まさに称賛に値します。… pic.x.com/mdicwTbjC5
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2025
The PM tweeted, “Deeply touched by the warmth and affection of the Indian community here in Tokyo. Their commitment to preserving our cultural roots while contributing meaningfully to Japanese society is truly commendable. In a few hours from now, will be interacting with a group of business leaders with a focus on adding vigour to India-Japan trade and investment ties.”
AI, bullet trains, big investments: Modi’s Japan visit agenda
According to a Bloomberg report, Modi’s two-day trip may see investment commitments of nearly $68 billion, alongside the signing of an economic security pact centred on semiconductors, critical minerals, and AI.
Another major highlight is expected on the infrastructure front. India and Japan are reportedly close to finalising an agreement to manufacture next-generation E10 Shinkansen bullet trains in India—a project being compared in scale and impact to the Maruti Suzuki joint venture of the 1980s. An announcement could come during Modi’s stay.
AI, bullet trains, big investments: Inside PM Modi’s Japan visit agenda
In Japan, Modi is scheduled to hold talks with PM Shigeru Ishiba, and also interact with several prefectural governors.
After wrapping up his engagements in Tokyo, the Prime Minister will head to Tianjin, China, for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, where he is slated to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping on August 31.