Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi address a joint press statement following delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House, in New Delhi on Thursday (July 2, 2026).

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (July 2, 2026) held summit talks with his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi focusing on expanding economic ties, enhancing resilient supply chains for semiconductors and boosting cooperation in critical technologies.Following the talks, the two sides are expected to unveil a joint declaration on economic security cooperation and a joint statement on cooperation in artificial intelligence."Taking forward a partnership anchored in trust, shared values and strategic convergence," External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on social media as Mr. Modi hosted Ms. Takaichi for the summit.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at Hyderabad House, in New Delhi.

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