Osaka, Oct 8 (NationPress) In a pivotal initiative to draw foreign investments to Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini engaged in high-stakes discussions with prominent Japanese corporations during his trip to Osaka, one of Japan's major port cities.

The Indian Consulate in Osaka-Kobe highlighted the CM's activities on X, showcasing a commitment to business growth and investment attraction.

"Hon’ble CM Haryana @NayabSainiBJP had productive one-on-one meetings with Minebea Mitsumi, Mitsui Kinzoku Company, and Nitto Seiko in Osaka. The conversations were geared towards inviting these firms to expand their operations in Haryana," the Consulate announced.

This visit is part of a larger scheme by the Haryana government to establish the state as a top choice for advanced manufacturing and innovation.

Earlier on Tuesday, CM Saini also took part in an Investor Roadshow in Osaka, connecting with leading Japanese investors and innovators.

He expressed on X: "It was a privilege to engage with esteemed Japanese investors and innovators at the Investor Roadshow in Osaka, Japan. Haryana’s vibrant investment landscape was highlighted, along with its extensive prospects in crucial sectors such as Electric Vehicles, Electronics, Semiconductors, Renewable Energy, Technical Textiles, IT, and emerging technologies – affirming Haryana’s ambition to become a global center for innovation and sustainable development."

During his address, the Chief Minister stressed Haryana’s commitment to strengthening ties with Japan, especially in digital technologies and Industry 4.0.

"This collaboration will link Japan’s global innovation ecosystem with Haryana’s youthful, skilled, and dynamic workforce. The investor-friendly strategies of the Haryana government are tailored to fulfill the needs of global entrepreneurs seeking to establish production, research, design, and innovation hubs," he noted.

The roadshow commenced on a culturally significant note, with the CM greeting the Japanese audience in their language: "Konnichiwa, Mina-Sama!" He also commended Japan’s renowned ‘Ganbatte’ spirit, calling it a source of inspiration for the world due to its unwavering determination and dedication.

CM Saini emphasized that the India-Japan relationship is not merely transactional but is founded on shared values and a “special strategic partnership” that supports regional prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.

Mentioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Japan, he pointed out that both nations have embraced a unified vision for the next decade, bolstering bilateral economic and technological collaboration.