On April 6, Tokyo (NationPress) saw India's Ambassador to Japan, Nagma Mallick, engage in discussions with Koichi Hagiuda, a Member of Parliament and the Executive Acting Secretary General of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Their meeting focused on enhancing the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between India and Japan, particularly through increased parliamentary exchanges.

The Indian Embassy in Japan shared on X, saying, "Ambassador Ms Nagma M Mallick met Mr Koichi HAGIUDA to explore avenues for fortifying the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, emphasizing parliamentary collaborations between the two nations." In 2000, the relationship was upgraded to a ‘Global Partnership’, then to ‘Strategic and Global Partnership’ in 2006, and finally to ‘Special Strategic and Global Partnership’ in 2014. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) highlights that the defence and security partnership is a crucial aspect of India-Japan bilateral relations. Recently, defense exchanges have intensified, driven by shared strategic interests and a mutual commitment to maintaining peace, security, and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

Last month, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met with his Japanese counterpart, Toshimitsu Motegi, during the G7 Foreign Ministers Meeting held in France.

EAM Jaishankar remarked on X, "Always nice to meet my friend FM Toshimitsu Motegi, this time on the sidelines of G7 FMM." Additionally, on March 6, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri convened with Sadamasa Oue, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Japan, focusing on bolstering defence technology and economic security.

According to MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, "Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri had a fruitful discussion with Sadamasa Oue on enhancing the defence technology and economic security aspects of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership." In February, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent his congratulations to Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi following her success in the House of Representatives election. Modi expressed hope that their partnership would continue to flourish.

In his message, PM Modi stated, "Congratulations, Sanae Takaichi, on your landmark victory in the elections to the House of Representatives! Our Special Strategic and Global Partnership is essential for promoting global peace, stability, and prosperity. I am confident that under your guidance, we will elevate the India-Japan friendship to new heights," as he posted on X.