During his first standalone India‑Japan summit in nearly seven years, PM Modi urged Japanese businesses to invest in India’s fast‑growing economy, announcing over ¥10 trillion (US $68 billion) in bilateral investment plans for the next decade.
India–Japan Summit: A Strategic Invitation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo on August 29, 2025, for a two-day visit, marking his first standalone summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba since 2018. Speaking at the 15th India‑Japan Annual Summit, Modi extended a compelling invitation to Japanese businesses:
“Come make in India, make for the world.”
Key Announcements & Highlights
Massive Investment Commitment
- Japan plans to invest around ¥10 trillion (approximately US $68 billion) in India over the next 10 years.
- Investment will focus on key sectors like artificial intelligence, semiconductors, environment, and medicine.
- This move surpasses earlier bilateral goals and strengthens long-term economic cooperation.
Strengthening Strategic & Quad Ties
- Discussions emphasized enhanced cooperation within the Quad alliance (India, Japan, US, Australia).
- Focus areas included critical minerals, digital innovation, regional security, and supply chain resilience.
Infrastructure and Technology Partnership
- Japan is set to collaborate on India’s next-generation E10 Shinkansen bullet train project.
- Joint initiatives were launched in areas like mobility, clean energy, digital technology, and smart infrastructure.
- Both countries aim to foster a deeper semiconductor and AI technology partnership.
Defence & Naval Cooperation
- India and Japan are updating their 2008 Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation.
- Plans include co-development of advanced naval systems and expanded military training.
Trade & Business Momentum
- Over 80% of Japanese companies operating in India are planning to expand.
- 75% of them are already profitable, reflecting India’s strong business climate.
- The summit is expected to yield close to 100 new Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).
What This Visit Signals
PM Modi’s visit reinforces India’s global appeal as a manufacturing and innovation hub. The message “Make in India, Make for the World” highlights the country’s readiness to serve both domestic and global markets.
Key Takeaways:
- Strengthened economic and tech ties with Japan
- Major bilateral investment in AI, clean tech, and semiconductors
- Joint infrastructure and high-speed rail initiatives
- Growing Japanese business confidence in India
- Expanded defence and strategic alignment within the Indo-Pacific region
India continues to position itself as the world’s fastest-growing major economy, aiming to become the third-largest economy globally in the coming years.
