India and Japan launched their inaugural Dialogue on Economic Security in Tokyo on Wednesday. The focus of the dialogue was on enhancing industrial and technological resilience, with senior officials and experts from both countries participating. The meeting explored strategic trade and technology, human resource development, and fostering partnerships between businesses and academic institutions.

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• India and Japan held their first-ever Dialogue on Economic Security in Tokyo.
• The dialogue focused on strengthening industrial and technological resilience.
• Senior officials, including India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Japan’s Vice Minister Masataka Okano, co-chaired the meeting.
• The discussion, initially announced during the India-Japan 2+2 Ministerial meeting in August 2024, emphasized collaboration on critical infrastructure and resilient supply chains.
• Both nations stressed fostering partnerships between businesses and academic institutions to advance technological and industrial growth.
• Talent exchange and upskilling initiatives in key sectors were explored during the talks.
• The countries reiterated their commitment to achieving concrete outcomes through sustained cooperation in economic security.
• The dialogue highlighted the importance of reinforcing the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.
• The historical bond between India and Japan, including cultural exchanges and contributions from figures like Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and JRD Tata, was emphasized.
• The India-Japan Association, established in 1903, remains a symbol of the enduring friendship between the two nations.