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India Japan 2027 events mark 75 years of ties
The Hindu··4 Jul
India and Japan will celebrate 2027 as the India-Japan Year of Shared Horizons marking 75 years of diplomatic ties, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on July 2, 2026. Events include a friendship cricket match, anime and arts programmes, Business Connect-75 and SPORT-75. The week of April 28, 2027, will be designated India-Japan Week commemorating the 1952 peace treaty.
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What It Means For You
- Cultural and sports exchanges may create opportunities for artists and athletes.
- Business Connect-75 could open links between Indian clusters and Japanese enterprises.
- Youth-focused programmes may expand education and creative industry ties.
What's Happening
- 2027 will be celebrated as India-Japan Year of Shared Horizons.
- Multiple commemorative programmes were announced on July 2.
- PM Modi and PM Takaichi discussed the anniversary during her India visit.
Diplomatic Context
- Diplomatic relations began with a 1952 peace treaty.
- Ties were elevated to Special Strategic and Global Partnership in 2014.
- India-Japan Week will run around April 28, 2027.
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