October 27, 2025
Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is steering Tokyo toward a more assertive and security-conscious regional posture, signaling a decisive shift in Japan’s role across the Indo-Pacific. Her leadership emphasizes technological sovereignty, defense modernization, and values-based diplomacy, themes that are rapidly redefining Japan’s strategic partnerships.
A Japanese government spokesperson affirmed that “India is a crucial partner in the Indo-Pacific,” adding that Prime Minister Takaichi is “deeply committed to strengthening Japan–India cooperation across security, economy, and digital innovation.”
While Takaichi’s strong stance on China and alignment with the United States highlight a more hawkish phase in Japanese foreign policy, New Delhi continues to navigate its nuanced position — balancing strategic autonomy with closer collaboration among democracies.
Despite this complexity, both nations share deep complementarities. Their partnership in AI, semiconductors, quantum technologies, and digital infrastructure represents a shared commitment to ensuring an open, ethical, and resilient Indo-Pacific.
For the Boston Global Forum (BGF)–AI World Society (AIWS) Family, the Japan–India relationship stands as a foundation of the New Economic Alliance Initiative — promoting cooperation among democratic nations to shape a secure, innovative, and human-centered AI future.
Prime Minister Takaichi, a 2023 World Leader in AIWS Award recipient, and India’s leaders both embody the AIWS vision: applying technology and intelligence with conscience to build peace, prosperity, and trust in the AI Age.
