Tokyo, Dec 15 (NationPress) The Indian Ambassador-designate to Japan, Nagma Mohamed Mallick, convened a meeting with the Speaker of Japan's House of Representatives, Fukushiro Nukaga, on Monday, where they explored various facets of bilateral relations.

The Indian Embassy in Japan shared on X that, "Ambassador-designate Ms. Nagma Mohamed Mallick met with H. E. Mr. Fukushiro Nukaga, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan, and discussed various dimensions of the India-Japan relationship."

On December 12, Mallick had a discussion with Uno Yoshimasa, Special Advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister, focusing on potential avenues for collaboration between the two nations.

The Embassy noted on X that "Ambassador-designate H.E. Ms. Nagma M. Mallick met with Special Advisor Uno Yoshimasa to discuss opportunities for India-Japan collaboration."

Previously, she engaged with Yamaguchi Governor Tsugimasa Muraoka and Yamaguchi Prefectural Assembly Speaker Shungaku Yanai to enhance bilateral ties, concentrating on the Yamaguchi Prefecture.

According to the Indian Embassy's post on X, "Ambassador Nagma Mohamed Mallick met with Governor Tsugimasa Muraoka and Speaker Shungaku Yanai, alongside Honourable Prefectural Assembly members Mr. Kenji Niki, Mr. Kenjiro Nishimoto, and Mr. Shinji Sakamoto, who are leaders in the India-ASEAN regional Friendship and Economic Exchange Promotion League. They deliberated on strategies to fortify India-Japan ties, specifically focusing on Yamaguchi Prefecture."

In collaboration with the Yamaguchi prefecture, the Indian Embassy organized a business seminar aimed at educating participants about India's strong growth trajectory and the synergy possibilities between India and Yamaguchi. Mallick highlighted areas of mutual benefit, and Governor Muroka underscored the Embassy's efforts in organizing this outreach event.

The Indian Embassy's post on X elaborated that "The Embassy of India, in partnership with Yamaguchi Prefecture, conducted a business seminar to inform attendees about India's robust growth trajectory and potential synergies with Yamaguchi. Ambassador Nagma Mohamed Mallick, during her opening address, emphasized the areas of complementarity between Yamaguchi and India. Governor Tsugimasa Muroka acknowledged the initiatives taken by the Indian Embassy to facilitate this outreach event."

Mr. Shungaku Yanai, the Speaker of the Prefectural Assembly, discussed the newly established India-Japan friendship association in Yamaguchi. A business presentation titled 'Business Environment and Investment Opportunities in India' was delivered by Ms. Debjani Chakrabarti, Minister (Economic and Commerce) from the Embassy of India. Additionally, Mr. Haranobu Hara from the Global Strategy Team (South Asia) Planning Division JETRO presented on 'India’s business environment and trends among Japanese companies.'

On November 23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, where they explored ways to enhance cooperation in sectors such as innovation, defense, and talent mobility.

After their meeting, PM Modi characterized the discussion with Takaichi as "productive", remarking that a strong India-Japan partnership is essential for a better planet. This marked the first meeting between PM Modi and PM Takaichi since the latter assumed office.

PM Modi later shared on X that "I had a productive meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan. We discussed ways to add momentum to bilateral cooperation in areas such as innovation, defense, talent mobility, and more. We are also looking to enhance trade ties between our nations. A strong India-Japan partnership is vital for a better planet."