Strengthening Ties: India and Japan's Collaborative Efforts in Disaster Management
Diplomatic Engagements in Tokyo
Tokyo: Nagma Mallick, who is set to become India's Ambassador to Japan, met with Akama Jiro, Japan's State Minister for Disaster Management, on Monday. Their discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in disaster risk reduction and resilience strategies.
The Indian Embassy in Japan shared a statement on X, noting, "Ambassador-designate Nagma M Mallick met with State Minister for Disaster Management in the Cabinet Office of Japan, H.E. Akama Jiro. They explored avenues for India-Japan cooperation in disaster risk reduction and resilience."
On December 18, Mallick also engaged with Kiuchi Minoru, Japan's Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy, where they examined various facets of the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between the two countries.
Additionally, she met with Yasutoshi Nishimura, a member of Japan's House of Representatives and Chairman of the Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship Group.
Following this meeting, the Indian Embassy posted on X: "Ambassador-designate Ms. Nagma M. Mallick met H. E. Mr. Yasutoshi Nishimura, Hon’ble Member of the House of Representatives of Japan and Chairman of Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship Group. They discussed mutual interests and strategies to fortify the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership."
On December 15, the Indian diplomat also met with Fukushiro Nukaga, the Speaker of Japan's House of Representatives, to discuss various aspects of their bilateral relationship.
Earlier, on November 23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a bilateral discussion with his Japanese counterpart, Sanae Takaichi, during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, focusing on enhancing cooperation in innovation, defense, and talent mobility.
PM Modi remarked on X, "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."
The relationship between India and Japan has evolved significantly, being designated as a 'Global Partnership' in 2000, upgraded to a 'Strategic and Global Partnership' in 2006, and further enhanced to a 'Special Strategic and Global Partnership' in 2014. The defense and security collaboration remains a crucial element of their bilateral ties.