Japan-India Ties: Security Challenges, China’s Rise & Growing Economic Cooperation|Sagarmanthan 2026

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In this exclusive Firstpost interview at Sagarmanthan 2026, Mitsugu Saito, a former Japanese Ambassador to Iran, discusses the evolving strategic partnership between Japan and India amid rising regional security concerns. The conversation explores China’s expanding military capabilities, North Korea’s nuclear and missile programmes, and the growing importance of cooperation among like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific. The interview also examines Japanese investment in India, opportunities for technological collaboration, defence cooperation, and the potential for stronger economic ties. As both countries navigate an increasingly complex geopolitical environment, the discussion highlights shared strategic interests, emerging challenges, and the opportunities for deeper engagement between New Delhi and Tokyo in shaping regional security and economic stability. Watch the full interview on Firstpost in collaboration with ORF. --- India Japan Relations | Mitsugu Saito | India Japan Str

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