India and Japan Strengthen Partnership for a Free Indo-Pacific: S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the growing cooperation between India and Japan, highlighting their shared goals for a free and open Indo-Pacific. At the third India-Japan 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministerial meeting, Jaishankar noted the importance of reliable partners in an unpredictable world.
In his opening remarks, Jaishankar said, “As we both step forward into a more volatile and unpredictable world, there is a need for reliable partners with whom there are substantial convergences.” He added that the bilateral relationship has evolved into a Special Strategic and Global Partnership over the last decade.
Jaishankar also met with Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko to discuss the progress in bilateral ties. He said, “Good to meet with FM @Kamikawa_Yoko of Japan. Continued our conversations from Tokyo last month. Noted the progress being charted by our bilateral ties. Will build on these exchanges further during the India-Japan 2+2 meeting later today.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met with Japan’s Defence and Foreign Ministers, reaffirming the role of the India-Japan partnership in promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. PM Modi said, “Delighted to meet Japanese Foreign Minister @Kamikawa_Yoko and Defense Minister @kihara_minoru ahead of the 3rd India-Japan 2+2 Foreign and Defense Ministerial Meeting. Took stock of the progress made in India-Japan defence and security ties. Reaffirmed the role India-Japan partnership plays in promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.”
The earlier two rounds of India-Japan 2+2 ministerial meetings were held in 2019 in New Delhi and in 2022 in Tokyo.
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Indo-Pacific -: The Indo-Pacific is a region that includes the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. It is important for trade and security.
S Jaishankar -: S Jaishankar is India’s External Affairs Minister. He helps manage India’s relationships with other countries.
2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministerial meeting -: This is a special meeting where both the Foreign and Defence Ministers of two countries meet to discuss important issues.
bilateral ties -: Bilateral ties are the relationships between two countries. In this case, it means the relationship between India and Japan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi -: Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India. He is the head of the government and makes important decisions for the country.
regional peace and stability -: This means keeping the area around India and Japan safe and peaceful, without conflicts or wars.
