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India Gazette
12 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Leading Indian Academic Dr.C. Raj Kumar and Parliamentarian Dr. Abhishek M. Singhvi Address Members of Japanese Parliament at the Diet
OP Jindal University Tokyo [Japan], June 26: Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), addressed members of the Japanese Parliament at the National Diet of Japan during a high-level policy dialogue aimed at strengthening India-Japan strategic cooperation. This prestigious event, hosted by the Japanese Parliamentary Committee for World Federation, was themed: 'India and Japan: Partners in Democracy, Drivers of Innovation, and Architects of a Sustainable Future.' In his address to the Japanese Parliamentarians, Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar underscored the growing significance of inter-parliamentary dialogue and academic partnerships in tackling shared global challenges. 'We are witnessing a historic moment where universities and parliaments must work together to shape the future of democracy and development,' said Professor Kumar. 'India and Japan can lead the way--not only through economic cooperation, but by investing in people, knowledge, and institutions that advance peace, justice, and sustainability.' Professor Kumar further stated: 'JGU's presence in Japan's Parliament is a symbol of the power of education to bridge cultures and build alliances. We believe that meaningful diplomacy must also be academic, intellectual, and people-centric.' The highlight of the session was an address by Dr. Abhishek M. Singhvi, Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of India and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), who spoke eloquently about the shared democratic values of India and Japan and their potential to influence the global discourse. Dr. Singhvi called for deeper collaboration between India and Japan in areas such as technology, education, climate resilience, and global governance, while stressing the need for a peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable Indo-Pacific vision. 'India and Japan are not just allies of circumstance--we are civilizational partners in democracy, innovation, and global responsibility,' said Dr. Singhvi. 'As two of Asia's strongest democracies, our task is to jointly lead by example--through pluralism, through peace, and through principled partnerships for the planet.' The event brought together more than 35 senior members of the Japanese legislature and government officials. Mr. Seishiro Eto, Former (17th) President of the Japanese Parliamentary Committee for World Federation (Acting President in the absence of Chairman Fukushiro Nukaga), inaugurated the dialogue and extended a warm welcome to the distinguished Indian guests. H.E. Mr. Sibi George, Ambassador of India to Japan, was invited to the interaction and conveyed his deep appreciation to the members of the Japanese Parliament, the Government of Japan, and the Indian delegation from O.P. Jindal Global University led by Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar for advancing meaningful bilateral cooperation in higher education and research. Hon'ble Shingo Miyamoto, Director-General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, South Asia Department, expressed his optimism for the fast-growing relations between Japan and India across multiple domains, particularly in the sphere of higher education and institutional collaboration. Hon'ble Kuniko Inoguchi, Member of the House of Councillors, Former Minister of Gender Equality, and Professor at Sophia University, warmly welcomed the Indian delegation. She highlighted her longstanding engagement with India and expressed her enthusiasm for seeing a greater presence of Indian students and Indian knowledge traditions in Japan. Hon'ble Dr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, a respected parliamentary expert and former UN official, welcomed stronger India-Japan exchanges, stating that 'Japan needs Indian creativity and imagination to invigorate its global policies, and for the two countries to become strong global leaders together.' The event saw participation from a broad spectrum of Japanese political parties and parliamentary experts, underscoring the deep, cross-party interest in strengthening Indo-Japanese ties. Distinguished participants included at the National Diet of Japan: Liberal Democratic Party: - Hon'ble Masahiko Shibayama, Member of the House of Representatives, Acting Secretary-General, Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology - Hon'ble Kuniko Inoguchi, Member of the House of Councillors, Co-Vice Chairperson, Former Minister of Gender Equality - Hon'ble Fukushiro Nukaga, Member of the House of Representatives, President, Japanese Parliamentary Committee for World Federation; Former Minister of Finance; Former Director-General of the Japan Defence Agency - Hon'ble Rintaro Ishibashi, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Yohei Onishi, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Masaaki Koike, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Jun Tsushima, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Hirofumi Takinami, Member of the House of Councillors Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan - Hon'ble Yuki Baba, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Motoko Mizuno, Member of the House of Councillors - Hon'ble Mamoru Umetani, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Hiroki Saito, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Shinji Sugimura, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Sekio Masuda, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Daiki Michishita, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Issei Yamagishi, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Hiroshi Kasa, Member of the House of Representatives - Hon'ble Ayaka Shiomura, Member of the House of Councillors Democratic Party For the People - Hon'ble Kiichiro Hatoyama, Member of the House of Representatives (Son of Former Prime Minister Hon'ble Yukio Hatoyama) Japan Innovation Party - Hon'ble Kenta Aoshima, Member of the House of Councillors Japanese Communist Party - Hon'ble Tetsuya Shiokawa, Member of the House of Representatives NHK Party - Hon'ble Satoshi Hamada, Member of the House of Councillors Sanseito - Hon'ble Yuko Kitano, Member of the House of Representatives Independent - Hon'ble Makiko Dogome, Member of the House of Councillors Government of Japan - Hon'ble Shingo Miyamoto, Director-General, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, South Asia Department Collaborating Organization WFM Youth Forum - Hon'ble Koji Mitamura, Chairperson - Hon'ble Kohei Mitamura, President, Mitamura Group (Fukuho Bank Founding Family, Owner of Bunky Corporation entrusted by MEXT, and the Koshinomiyako Media Network) Parliamentary Experts - Hon'ble Dr. Sukehiro Hasegawa, Former Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General - Hon'ble Masakuni Tanimoto, International Committee Chairman of WFM-Japan; Under Secretary-General, Japanese Parliamentary Committee for World Federation This parliamentary engagement marked Professor Raj Kumar's second consecutive address at the National Diet of Japan, following his 2024 lecture on 'The Role of India and Japan in Global Governance.' His return this year reaffirms O.P. Jindal Global University's steadfast commitment to academic diplomacy and its growing leadership in strengthening India-Japan relations through education. The interaction at the National Diet was a powerful testament to the shared democratic values, strategic convergence, and mutual aspirations of India and Japan. It highlighted the indispensable role of education, research, and intellectual exchange in crafting a resilient, innovative, and peaceful future for both nations and the broader Indo-Pacific region. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by OP Jindal University. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
JGU Signs 8 New MoUs with Leading Universities in Japan to Expand Academic Collaborations
OP Jindal University Tokyo [Japan] June 23: In a significant move that reinforces India's growing academic diplomacy with Japan, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) has signed 8 new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading Japanese universities, bringing its total number of academic partnerships in Japan to 23 universities. This milestone was marked during a high-level visit by a JGU delegation to Japan in June 2025, spanning engagements across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Fukushima, Yamanashi, and other key cities. The latest MoUs were signed with the following institutions: - Asia University, Tokyo - Chuo University, Tokyo - Doshisha University, Kyoto - Higashi Nippon International University, Iwaki, Fukushima - Kansai University, Osaka - Musashi University, Tokyo - Osaka Gakuin University, Osaka - Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Tokyo These institutions now join an already impressive roster of JGU's Japanese partners, which includes University of Tokyo, Hiroshima University, United Nations University, International Christian University, and many others. JGU's strategic and sustained engagement with Japan underscores its commitment to fostering deep, meaningful and multidimensional international collaborations that go beyond symbolic agreements. The partnerships include student mobility programmes, joint research initiatives, visiting faculty exchanges, and collaborative conferences aimed at building long-term academic bridges between India and Japan. This landmark expansion of JGU's Japan engagement is a reflection of a globally interconnected ethos--one that seeks to cultivate intellectual exchange, mutual growth, and transformative leadership across borders. As India and Japan deepen their partnership in the domains of strategic affairs, business, defence, security, and technology, the role of educational collaboration becomes even more critical in shaping the future of this vital bilateral relationship. By investing in people-to-people connections, fostering cross-cultural learning environments, and enabling shared research opportunities, JGU is helping to lay the foundation for a new generation of Indian and Japanese leaders equipped to tackle global challenges together. Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice Chancellor, JGU observed, 'This is a defining moment for India-Japan academic relations. The expansion of our partnerships to 23 leading universities across Japan is not just about increasing numbers--it's about creating a collaborative framework for educational innovation, societal impact and global dialogue. At JGU, we believe that higher education must lead the way in building bridges of understanding, and our Japan engagements are a testament to this vision. I am deeply grateful to our Japanese partners for sharing this aspiration of collaborative excellence.' Professor (Dr) Akhil Bhardwaj, Vice Dean & Director of International Relations and Global Initiatives, JGU said, 'Our growing engagement with Japan is grounded in trust, mutual respect and shared academic values. These partnerships will create robust opportunities for student exchanges, joint research, and cultural dialogue, bringing our institutions and nations closer in a meaningful way. The scale and seriousness of these collaborations reflect JGU's global outlook and long-term commitment to academic diplomacy.' To commemorate the expansion of JGU's partnerships, Ambassador of India to Japan, H.E. Mr. Sibi George, hosted a special dinner in honour of the visiting JGU delegation at India House in Tokyo. The event was attended by presidents, vice presidents, and senior academic leaders from top Japanese universities. 'India and Japan share a time-tested relationship that spans strategic affairs, business, defence, security, and governmental cooperation. However, it is education that will be the cornerstone of our future engagement. I commend O.P. Jindal Global University and its Vice Chancellor, Professor Raj Kumar for their vision and leadership in building one of the largest and most impactful India-Japan academic collaborations. The ties being formed today will shape the strategic thought leadership of tomorrow.' he said. This growing network of Japanese academic collaborations is part of JGU's broader mission to internationalize Indian higher education and to contribute meaningfully to India's global partnerships through education, research, and student development. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by OP Jindal University. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
India Gazette
7 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
JGU Vice Chancellor to speak at Japanese Parliament on Democracy, Higher Education & Sustainable Environment
OP Jindal University Tokyo [Japan], June 20: To strengthen the bilateral Higher Education Relationship and to enhance the democratic values shared by India and Japan, the Founding Vice Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University Prof. (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar will address the Japan Parliament - the Diet - on 24 June, 2025. This prominent and highly esteemed address to Japanese Parliamentarians aims to reinforce the democratic principles shared by the two countries and is also a celebration of India at 75 and how the country has accomplished its commitment to the principles it was founded upon. As part of the shared democratic agenda, the Vice Chancellor Dr. Raj Kumar and Indian delegates will visit the Japanese Parliament for a Dialogue with the Members of the National Diet of Japan. The visit will also feature a special Address by Dr. Abhishek M. Singhvi, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India and a Member of Parliament, on the theme: 'India and Japan: Partners in Democracy, Drivers of Innovation, and Architects of a Sustainable Future'. Dr. Raj Kumar's academic and intellectually high-profile visit involves an ambitious and extensive series of activities and events across Japan over the coming week. Accompanied by Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of India Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi and a high-level delegation of academics and legal luminaries Dr. Raj Kumar aims to foster a long-term association with leading institutions, academics and public thought leaders to introduce reinforce the higher education relationship between the two countries. The 2nd India-Japan Higher Education Forum 2025 will be held today evening on 20th June, 2025 along with the Unveiling the Vision Statement of the Singhvi Centre for Constitutional, Parliamentary and Legal Studies at O. P Jindal Global University. The Education Forum will involve a Panel Discussion on Universities of the Future: Promoting Democracy, Dialogue, and Development in Asia and Beyond in Tokyo.' The Chief Guest will be His Excellency Mr. Sibi George, Ambassador of India to Japan and Guest of Honour will be Dr. Abhishek M. Singhvi, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India. Vice Chancellor Dr. C Raj Kumar will open the discussion with the panelists: Prof. Matthew J. Wilson, President and Dean, Temple University Japan Campus; Prof. Miki Sugimura, President Sophia University; Prof. Noriyuki Takahashi, Musashi University; Prof. Sawako Shirahase, Senior Vice Rector and Assistant Secretary General of United Nations, United Nations University; Prof. Yujin Yaguchi, Vice President, University of Tokyo; Prof. Maki Kunimatsu, Vice President, Chuo University and Hon'ble Mr. Justice Michael D. Wilson, Former Judge, Supreme Court of Hawaii, USA and Distinguish Prof. of Law at O. P Jindal Global University. Prof. (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar said, 'There are three key themes to focus on with our Japanese counterparts: higher education collaborations and new partnerships, an insight into Indian democratic values and practices and a deep and incisive discourse on climate challenges facing our countries. India has been growing at a phenomenal pace and has recently emerged as the third largest economy in the world. We have had a long-standing and resilient relationship with Japan; with interactions and meetings for cooperation held regularly at the highest level of decision-makers across our country. This visit will further build on these foundations and bring together like-minded intellectuals, academics and professionals to enhance our cultural and educational relationship.' There will be multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed during the visit with leading Japanese Universities which include Asia University, Chuo University, Doshisha University, Osaka Gakuin University and Kansai University to name a few. These MoUs will enable student exchanges, research collaborations, academic partnerships and more. Later, as part of the UNU Conversation series on India and the World: Democracy, Development and Justice Dr. Abhishek M. Singhvi, and Dr. C Raj Kumar will address the United Nations University in Tokyo and they will be joined by Prof. (Dr.) Tshilidzi Marwala, Rector, United Nations University: Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations. This landmark event has been jointly organized by Singhvi Centre for Constitutional, Parliamentary & Legal Studies, at O.P. Jindal Global University. 'India and Japan have had a farsighted socio-economic, political and cultural relationship. As a lawyer, I believe that we have a shared vision for the rule of law and the rights and duties of the individual citizens in a democracy. India has been independent for 75 years and the country has overcome many challenges and has remained true to its fundamental principles. It is a unique country with a diverse culture, geography and population with many languages, beliefs and communities. Yet, we have always found common ground towards development, growth and human upliftment and this has made the Indian democracy stronger and resilient,' Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi said. During the visit, Dr Raj. Kumar will also address students at Temple University Japan, Kyoto Campus for a lecture on India at 75: The Story of the World's Largest Democracy in the presence of Prof. Matthew J. Wilson, President and Dean, Temple University Japan Campus. As part of the shared concerns around climate change and the environment by India and Japan, Dr. Raj Kumar will inaugurate the Japan-India Sustainability Conclave and Release of JGU's Sustainability Development Report 2025. This will be followed by a Panel Discussion on The Role of Governance Framework in Supporting Biodiversity Conservation and Accelerating Green Innovation with a Special Address by Prof. (Dr.) Kensuke Fukushi, Director, Institute for Future Initiatives at the University of Tokyo. Other panelists are Prof. Atsushi Kota, Dean Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies Waseda University, Dr. Anupam Khajuria, Research Fellow and Academic Associate UNU-IAS, Prof. Masahiro Sugiyama, Institute for Future Initiatives, University of Tokyo and Prof. Shizuka Hashimoto, Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences University of Tokyo. This will be followed by a seminar hosted by Kyoto University, Kiko Network and JGU on Lessons from Recent Climate Lawsuits in the United States and India: Implications for Japan in Kyoto; including a Lecture on Climate Litigation in the United States by Hon'ble Mr. Justice Michael D. Wilson, followed by a Lecture on Eco-Constitutionalism in India: Environment Rights, Judicial Activism, and the Role of Civil Society by Dr. C Raj Kumar and a discourse on Law Policy and the Planet: India's Pathways to Achieving the SDGs by Dr. Abhishek M. Singhvi. The delegation also includes Hon'ble Mr. Justice Michael D. Wilson, Former Judge, Supreme Court of Hawaii, USA and Distinguished Professor of Law at O. P Jindal Global University Other members of the delegation will include Prof. R Padmanabhan, Dean Office of Academic Governance, JGU and Prof. (Dr.) Vesselin Popovski, Vice Dean and Executive Director Centre for the Study of the United Nations at JGU and Prof (Dr.) Akhil Bhardwaj, Vice Dean and Director Office of International Affairs and Global Initiatives. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by OP Jindal University. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
