India and Japan Will Deepen Strategic Cooperation at September Summit

[Aepsilons]

As Clint noted in the Tokyo Report, additional details have emerged about the content of the upcoming and much-await summit between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. The two countries will formalize a “two-plus-two” bilateral framework between their defense and foreign ministers allowing for improved strategic communication. India and Japan have held such meetings before but on an irregular schedule.

Under a new agreement that the two sides are expected to sign during Modi’s trip to Japan in early September, such exchanges will occur annually. Currently, India and Japan hold prime ministerial summits every year–a rare feature in the foreign policy of each country.

The Modi-Abe summit could be one of the Asia-Pacific regions more important bilateral meetings this year. For one, it will demonstrate the trajectory that India’s new government wants to take with Japan. India and Japan have come together since 2006 when they signed a Strategic and Global Partnership. The strategic convergence between the two countries–one being Asia’s richest democracy and the other its most populous–was largely precipitated by China’s rise.

In recent years, as Beijing has grown more assertive in its near seas, India and Japan have concomitantly scaled up their relations. During Modi’s trip, expect to see discussion (or possibly a deal) involving the military technology transfer deal between the two countries. Japan is slated to sell New Delhi 15 amphibious maritime surveillance aircraft this year.

During September’s summit, expect to see both Modi and Abe come together in expressing their support for status quo principles governing the use of Asia’s inner seas, including preserving the freedom of navigation and the safety of vital sea lanes. The two sides may further formalize cooperation between their navies. Each of these developments will come at Beijing’s expense. The United States, meanwhile, will be happy to see India and Japan come together to preserve the existing order in the Asia-Pacific.

In strategic terms, it’s worth keeping a close eye on the outcome of the first summit between Modi and Abe. Abe is a known Indophile who makes no secret of his deep admiration for India. He additionally sees India as a pivotal element of an Asian security order alongside Japan, Australia, and the United States.


India and Japan Will Deepen Strategic Cooperation at September Summit | The Diplomat

 

[sachin@india]

i hope we sign the nuclear deal.

 

[tesla]

Nihonjin your flag is very nice bro

 

[illusion8]

India is set to become the first country to buy a military aircraft from Japan since World War II, senior ministry officials told dna on condition of anonymity.

The agenda for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's four-day visit to Japan, from August 31 to September 3, is to sign a long pending civil nuclear deal. But the two are more likely to attract attention when Delhi signs a deal for the purchase of six Utility Seaplane Mark 2 (US-2) amphibian aircraft. Sources in the South Block, which houses the defence ministry, said that efforts are being made to finalise the deal to boost stronger defence ties between New Delhi and Tokyo.

Japan had stopped all arms exports after World War-II, which ended with the absolute destruction of two Japanese cities — Hiroshima and Nagasaki — by the United States' atom bombs. But Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe recently ended the decades old self-imposed ban to ease military sale to foreign countries.

The Indian navy and the coast guard require amphibious aircraft for patrolling and surveillance on the Indian coast, including in the island territories of the Andaman and Nicobar.

The 47-tonne US-2 aircraft doesn't require a long airstrip to take-off or to land. It is capable of taking off from land and water (300-metre stretch). It can carry loads of upto 18 tonnes and can be engaged in search and rescue operations. With a range of over 4,500 km, it can patrol areas 1,800 km away and react to an emergency by landing 30 armed troops even in 10-foot waves.

Defence ministry officials claim that Japanese firm i.e ShinMaywa Industries was the only one to have come close to match the requirements of the Indian navy's Request for Information (RFI) about amphibious aircraft in 2011.

Apart from buying the six aircraft, India will also seek joint manufacturing of parts, said officials privy to the development. "Besides buying six US-2 off the shelf from Japan, India could also seek approval of production of some parts for the aircraft here in India. We have learn't that Japan has recently eased its rules for the sale of defence equipment and the subsequent transfer of technology," said an officer, who is in the know.

First time since WW-II, India to buy amphibious aircraft from Japan | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis

 

[Aepsilons]

India is set to become the first country to buy a military aircraft from Japan since World War II, senior ministry officials told dna on condition of anonymity.

The agenda for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's four-day visit to Japan, from August 31 to September 3, is to sign a long pending civil nuclear deal. But the two are more likely to attract attention when Delhi signs a deal for the purchase of six Utility Seaplane Mark 2 (US-2) amphibian aircraft. Sources in the South Block, which houses the defence ministry, said that efforts are being made to finalise the deal to boost stronger defence ties between New Delhi and Tokyo.

Japan had stopped all arms exports after World War-II, which ended with the absolute destruction of two Japanese cities — Hiroshima and Nagasaki — by the United States' atom bombs. But Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe recently ended the decades old self-imposed ban to ease military sale to foreign countries.

The Indian navy and the coast guard require amphibious aircraft for patrolling and surveillance on the Indian coast, including in the island territories of the Andaman and Nicobar.

The 47-tonne US-2 aircraft doesn't require a long airstrip to take-off or to land. It is capable of taking off from land and water (300-metre stretch). It can carry loads of upto 18 tonnes and can be engaged in search and rescue operations. With a range of over 4,500 km, it can patrol areas 1,800 km away and react to an emergency by landing 30 armed troops even in 10-foot waves.

Defence ministry officials claim that Japanese firm i.e ShinMaywa Industries was the only one to have come close to match the requirements of the Indian navy's Request for Information (RFI) about amphibious aircraft in 2011.

Apart from buying the six aircraft, India will also seek joint manufacturing of parts, said officials privy to the development. "Besides buying six US-2 off the shelf from Japan, India could also seek approval of production of some parts for the aircraft here in India. We have learn't that Japan has recently eased its rules for the sale of defence equipment and the subsequent transfer of technology," said an officer, who is in the know.

First time since WW-II, India to buy amphibious aircraft from Japan | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis

I'm excited at the developments on the ground between both our countries. Here is to greater partnership.

 

[Sankpal]

I'm excited at the developments on the ground between both our countries. Here is to greater partnership.

Yes, we too

 

[Sardar Singh]

I don't know why Japan wants business with India because as per our Chinese members logic Indians are waste of time and brings nothing on the table,thank god Japanese peoples and their govt. is much intelligent and good visionaries compares to these CPC bots.

 

[Aepsilons]

As a former JMSDF personnel, I have a lot of respect for naval personnel around the world. The Indian Navy and Indian Naval personnel are fine , professional individuals who carry themselves with utmost respect and decorum. I look forward to seeing greater Japan - India Naval Interoperability.

 

[Echo_419]

As Clint noted in the Tokyo Report, additional details have emerged about the content of the upcoming and much-await summit between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. The two countries will formalize a “two-plus-two” bilateral framework between their defense and foreign ministers allowing for improved strategic communication. India and Japan have held such meetings before but on an irregular schedule.

Under a new agreement that the two sides are expected to sign during Modi’s trip to Japan in early September, such exchanges will occur annually. Currently, India and Japan hold prime ministerial summits every year–a rare feature in the foreign policy of each country.

The Modi-Abe summit could be one of the Asia-Pacific regions more important bilateral meetings this year. For one, it will demonstrate the trajectory that India’s new government wants to take with Japan. India and Japan have come together since 2006 when they signed a Strategic and Global Partnership. The strategic convergence between the two countries–one being Asia’s richest democracy and the other its most populous–was largely precipitated by China’s rise.

In recent years, as Beijing has grown more assertive in its near seas, India and Japan have concomitantly scaled up their relations. During Modi’s trip, expect to see discussion (or possibly a deal) involving the military technology transfer deal between the two countries. Japan is slated to sell New Delhi 15 amphibious maritime surveillance aircraft this year.

During September’s summit, expect to see both Modi and Abe come together in expressing their support for status quo principles governing the use of Asia’s inner seas, including preserving the freedom of navigation and the safety of vital sea lanes. The two sides may further formalize cooperation between their navies. Each of these developments will come at Beijing’s expense. The United States, meanwhile, will be happy to see India and Japan come together to preserve the existing order in the Asia-Pacific.

In strategic terms, it’s worth keeping a close eye on the outcome of the first summit between Modi and Abe. Abe is a known Indophile who makes no secret of his deep admiration for India. He additionally sees India as a pivotal element of an Asian security order alongside Japan, Australia, and the United States.


India and Japan Will Deepen Strategic Cooperation at September Summit | The Diplomat

Don't Disappoint us on the nuclear front man

I'm excited at the developments on the ground between both our countries. Here is to greater partnership.

Me to perhaps we can go for Joint development of some techs when we sign this plane deal

 

[Aepsilons]

Don't Disappoint us on the nuclear front man

We've pledged to provide the nuclear turbines, and from my understanding it will be Australia providing the Uranium.

I see we have formed our cozy 'Trinity': India - Japan - Australia.

Shall we expect a greater cooperation between these three countries this century?

Me to perhaps we can go for Joint development of some techs when we sign this plane deal

Definitely agree. I think what I admire about Indian military technology is their Cruise Missiles. The Brahmos is impressive.

A Missile R&D Partnership would be perfect, imho.

 

[Echo_419]

We've pledged to provide the nuclear turbines, and from my understanding it will be Australia providing the Uranium.

I see we have formed our cozy 'Trinity': India - Japan - Australia.

Shall we expect a greater cooperation between these three countries this century?





Definitely agree. I think what I admire about Indian military technology is their Cruise Missiles. The Brahmos is impressive.

A Missile R&D Partnership would be perfect, imho.

Yes missiles is something where we are quite advanced

We've pledged to provide the nuclear turbines, and from my understanding it will be Australia providing the Uranium.

I see we have formed our cozy 'Trinity': India - Japan - Australia.

Shall we expect a greater cooperation between these three countries this century?

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Let's hope for the best,both India & Japan will benifit from Increased Trade & is there any news about any additional investment from you guys

 

[Aepsilons]

Yes missiles is something where we are quite advanced

And naval designs, i might add. India has shown its own impressive capabilities with their indigenous Aircraft Carrier, as well as their new stealth frigate, the INS Shivalik.

 

[Chronos]

We've pledged to provide the nuclear turbines, and from my understanding it will be Australia providing the Uranium.

I see we have formed our cozy 'Trinity': India - Japan - Australia.

Shall we expect a greater cooperation between these three countries this century?





Definitely agree. I think what I admire about Indian military technology is their Cruise Missiles. The Brahmos is impressive.

A Missile R&D Partnership would be perfect, imho.

what I look forward to the most, personally is the prospect of Japanese investment to our infrastructure, namely urban development.

I have to see how that pans out. Especially that smart city plan. India is already seeking investment from Singapore, would be nicce from Japan too

A Japanese company already has investments planned out in the Chennai Bangalore Industrial corridor.

 

[Aepsilons]

Let's hope for the best,both India & Japan will benifit from Increased Trade & is there any news about any additional investment from you guys

I'm excited for this, too. And I know that when Modi comes to Japan, we can finally put everything to paper.

As for investment(s), no doubt. Japan is expected to be opening more businesses in India.

 

[Echo_419]

And naval designs, i might add. India has shown its own impressive capabilities with their indigenous Aircraft Carrier, as well as their new stealth frigate, the INS Shivalik.

Yeah collaboration in these areas will benefit both nations as Both India & Japan are rapidly Increasing their naval size [we are inducting almost 5 ships a year] & you might also be interested in our advancements in Thorium Nuclear Tech