Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday, emphasising that robust India-Japan ties are indispensable for global peace, stability, and prosperity. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to elevating the Special Strategic and Global Partnership, with focused cooperation in economic security, defence collaboration, and talent mobility. Modi congratulated Takaichi on her historic appointment as Japan’s first female prime minister and outlined a shared vision for a resilient Indo-Pacific framework.

In a post on X, Modi described the discussion as “warm”, stating, “We agreed that stronger India–Japan ties are vital for global peace, stability and prosperity.” Takaichi reciprocated, expressing eagerness to work closely with Modi to further advance bilateral relations. The dialogue highlighted priority sectors including semiconductor supply chains, critical minerals, and technological innovation—areas central to both nations’ strategies amid evolving geopolitical challenges.

Takaichi, a veteran conservative from the Liberal Democratic Party, assumed office earlier in October following her party’s leadership transition. Modi had previously extended formal congratulations on October 21, pledging enhanced collaboration across defence, infrastructure, and clean energy. The call signals continuity in high-level engagement despite Japan’s domestic political shift, building on the Quad framework and annual summits that have deepened military interoperability and economic integration.

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With both leaders aligned on countering regional assertiveness and promoting rules-based order, the conversation sets the stage for Takaichi’s anticipated visit to India and Modi’s reciprocal trip to Tokyo. As global uncertainties persist, the India-Japan axis—underpinned by $50 billion in Japanese investments and joint initiatives like the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail—remains a cornerstone of Indo-Pacific stability.

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