Strengthening Bonds: India-Japan State-Prefecture Partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with governors from 16 Japanese prefectures in Tokyo to strengthen state-prefecture cooperation under the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Discussions focused on collaboration in technology, innovation, trade, and education, aiming to deepen ties between Indian states and Japanese prefectures.

In Tokyo, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with governors of 16 Japanese prefectures to enhance India-Japan state-prefecture cooperation, as stated by the Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday.

Highlighting the importance of the State-Prefecture Partnership Initiative launched during the 15th India-Japan Summit, Modi underscored vast opportunities for collaboration in trade, technology, and innovation.

Modi urged for tighter multinational ties, focusing on manufacturing, mobility, and start-ups, as Japanese governors acknowledged the potential for bilateral improvements in business, culture, and education.

(With inputs from agencies.)