India and Japan's defense ministers met on August 20–21, 2026, to expand strategic partnership and signed an agreement enhancing maritime security cooperation between their navies, including exploration of joint naval shipbuilding. The pact responds to rising regional security challenges posed by China.
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India and Japan's defense ministers met to expand their strategic partnership. They signed an agreement enhancing maritime security cooperation between their navies. This pact facilitates information sharing and disaster relief efforts. Both nations are also exploring joint shipbuilding and reciprocal ship repair facilities. Future plans include joint exercises and a defense industry forum.
economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence... India and Japan agreed to deepen maritime security cooperation and naval coordination. They will strengthen naval coordination and explore joint development in shipbuilding. The pact will enhance coop...