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India Gazette
05-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani, thanks him for efforts to deepen defence cooperation
New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart, General Nakatani in the national capital and thanked the Japanese government for expressing solidarity with India over the recent terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people were killed. Defence Minister praised Nakatani for his efforts to deepen defence cooperation between the between the the two countries. In his remarks at the start of the India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting, Rajnath Singh recalled his earlier meeting with Nakatani and expressed confidence that the cooperation between the two countries will reach greater heights. Singh said, 'Let me begin by extending welcome to you and your delegation to India. I recall our meeting at Vientiane, Laos in November last year, where we decided to expand the defence cooperation between industry, technology and interoperability between the armed forces. At the outset, I would like to thank the government of Japan for their strong expression of solidarity with India in the wake of Pahalgam attack.' 'I take this opportunity to complement you for your immense contribution in deepening the Indo-Japan defence cooperation. You had earlier foundation for strong bilateral defence partnership by concluding defense equipment and technical Cooperation Agreement and Protection of ...Military Information Agreement. As you have taken over the charge of defence again I am confident our cooperation will attain greater heights,' he said. This was the second meeting between the two leaders within six months after their maiden interaction on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus in Laos in November 2024. Earlier in the day, Gen Nakatani was accorded the Guard of Honour in Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh received him, and the two leaders warmly greeted each other. Gen Nakatani also laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in Delhi on Monday. In a press release, the Ministry of Defence stated, 'India and Japan share a long-term friendship, which has further gained qualitative momentum after the elevation of this collaboration to Special Strategic & Global Partnership in 2014. Defence and security are important pillars of the ties between the two countries.' Defence exchanges between India and Japan have strengthened in recent years due to the growing convergence on strategic matters, according to the press release. The Ministry of Defence press release further stated, 'Its significance is increasing from the common outlook on issues of peace, security, and stability of the Indo-Pacific Region.' (ANI)
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Business Standard
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Rajnath holds talks with Japanese counterpart, thanks him for defence ties
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart, General Nakatani in the national capital and thanked the Japanese government for expressing solidarity with India over the recent terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people were killed. It was a delight to meet Japan's Defence Minister Gen Nakatani San in New Delhi. India shares a Special, Strategic and Global partnership with Japan. During the bilateral meeting we discussed defence cooperation and regional security. Both sides condemned terrorism in all forms… — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) May 5, 2025 Defence Minister praised Nakatani for his efforts to deepen defence cooperation between the between the the two countries. In his remarks at the start of the India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting, Rajnath Singh recalled his earlier meeting with Nakatani and expressed confidence that the cooperation between the two countries will reach greater heights. Singh said, "Let me begin by extending welcome to you and your delegation to India. I recall our meeting at Vientiane, Laos in November last year, where we decided to expand the defence cooperation between industry, technology and interoperability between the armed forces. At the outset, I would like to thank the government of Japan for their strong expression of solidarity with India in the wake of Pahalgam attack." "I take this opportunity to complement you for your immense contribution in deepening the Indo-Japan defence cooperation. You had earlier foundation for strong bilateral defence partnership by concluding defense equipment and technical Cooperation Agreement and Protection of ...Military Information Agreement. As you have taken over the charge of defence again I am confident our cooperation will attain greater heights," he said. This was the second meeting between the two leaders within six months after their maiden interaction on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus in Laos in November 2024. Earlier in the day, Gen Nakatani was accorded the Guard of Honour in Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh received him, and the two leaders warmly greeted each other. Gen Nakatani also laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in Delhi on Monday. In a press release, the Ministry of Defence stated, "India and Japan share a long-term friendship, which has further gained qualitative momentum after the elevation of this collaboration to Special Strategic & Global Partnership in 2014. Defence and security are important pillars of the ties between the two countries." Defence exchanges between India and Japan have strengthened in recent years due to the growing convergence on strategic matters, according to the press release. The Ministry of Defence press release further stated, "Its significance is increasing from the common outlook on issues of peace, security, and stability of the Indo-Pacific Region. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
The Print
05-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani, thanks him for efforts to deepen defence cooperation
Defence Minister praised Nakatani for his efforts to deepen defence cooperation between the between the the two countries. New Delhi [India], May 5 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart, General Nakatani in the national capital and thanked the Japanese government for expressing solidarity with India over the recent terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam in which 26 people were killed. In his remarks at the start of the India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting, Rajnath Singh recalled his earlier meeting with Nakatani and expressed confidence that the cooperation between the two countries will reach greater heights. Singh said, 'Let me begin by extending welcome to you and your delegation to India. I recall our meeting at Vientiane, Laos in November last year, where we decided to expand the defence cooperation between industry, technology and interoperability between the armed forces. At the outset, I would like to thank the government of Japan for their strong expression of solidarity with India in the wake of Pahalgam attack.' 'I take this opportunity to complement you for your immense contribution in deepening the Indo-Japan defence cooperation. You had earlier foundation for strong bilateral defence partnership by concluding defense equipment and technical Cooperation Agreement and Protection of …Military Information Agreement. As you have taken over the charge of defence again I am confident our cooperation will attain greater heights,' he said. This was the second meeting between the two leaders within six months after their maiden interaction on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus in Laos in November 2024. Earlier in the day, Gen Nakatani was accorded the Guard of Honour in Delhi. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh received him, and the two leaders warmly greeted each other. Gen Nakatani also laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in Delhi on Monday. In a press release, the Ministry of Defence stated, 'India and Japan share a long-term friendship, which has further gained qualitative momentum after the elevation of this collaboration to Special Strategic & Global Partnership in 2014. Defence and security are important pillars of the ties between the two countries.' Defence exchanges between India and Japan have strengthened in recent years due to the growing convergence on strategic matters, according to the press release. The Ministry of Defence press release further stated, 'Its significance is increasing from the common outlook on issues of peace, security, and stability of the Indo-Pacific Region.' (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Thank Japan for showing solidarity with India on Pahalgam attack': Rajnath Singh
India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting (ANI) NEW DELHI: Defence minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with his visiting Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani on Monday, and thanked Japan for its support to India on the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. "I would like to thank the government of Japan for their strong expression of solidarity with India in wake of the Pahalgam terrorist attack . I also take this opportunity to compliment you (Nakatani) for your immense contribution to deepening the Indo-Japan defence relations ," Singh said, according to news agency ANI. Nakatani is in Delhi for the India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting . In his opening statement, he began by expressing his condolences over the Pahalgam attack. "Terrorism cannot be justified for any reason. We strongly condemn all forms of terrorism," he was quoted as saying. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 35 & Earning? Protect Your Family with ₹1 Cr Life Cover ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo The Japanese minister also highlighted that his country is committed to combating terrorism in cooperation with India. Further, he brought to attention how the two defence ministers are meeting in less than six months from their previous meeting in Laos, in November 2024. The April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam claimed lives of 26 male tourists. In the aftermath of the attack, several world leaders, including Japanese premier Shigeru Ishiba, had spoken with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The long-term friendship between India and Japan was elevated to Special Strategic and Global Partnership in 2014.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Japan's defence minister expresses condolences on Pahalgam attack
Japan's Defence Minister, General Nakatexpressed his condolences on Pahalgam attack during the India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting in the capital on Monday. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Inside Operation Tupac: Pakistan's secret project to burn Kashmir Who is Asim Munir, the Zia-style general shaping Pakistan's faith-driven military revival 'Looking for partners, not preachers': India's strong message for EU amid LoC tensions General Nakatani opened his remarks by expressing condolences over the Pahalgam terror attack . "Terrorism cannot be justified for any reason. Japan strongly condemns all forms of terrorism" He highlighted that Japan is committed to combating terrorism along with cooperation with India. He brought to attention how the two leaders are meeting in a span of six months from their last meeting in Laos. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Die meistempfohlene Sandale für Seniorinnen 2025 Sandalentrend Undo He thanked Defence Minister Rajanth Singh for the hospitality and said, "I'm very honoured". At the India-Japan Defence Ministerial Meeting, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh thanked Japan for its support to India on the Pahalgam attack. Live Events Singh said, "I would like to thank the government of Japan for their strong expression of solidarity with India in wake of the Pahalgam terrorist attack. I take this opportunity to compliment you for your immense contribution to deepening the Indo-Japan defence relations." Earlier today, Japanese Defence Minister General Nakatani inspected the ceremonial Guard of Honour in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. India and Japan share a long-term friendship, which has further gained qualitative momentum after the elevation of this collaboration to Special Strategic and Global Partnership in 2014. Defence and security are important pillars of the ties between the two countries. Defence exchanges between India and Japan have gained strength in recent years due to the growing convergence on strategic matters. Its significance is increasing from the common outlook on issues of peace, security and stability of the Indo-Pacific Region, a statement by the Ministry of Defence said. The terror attack on April 22 in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam targeted tourists, killing 26 people, including one Nepali citizen. Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India has taken strong measures against Pakistan for its support of cross-border terrorism.
