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Baru says India Japan ties weak on business people links
Deccan Chronicle··6 Jul
Columnist Sanjaya Baru on July 5, 2026, argued India Japan relations remain strong at government level but weak in business and people ties despite Prime Minister Takaichi's visit. He recalled Shinzo Abe's legacy on strategic partnership. Baru said G2G cooperation outpaces B2B and P2P engagement, limiting ordinary economic and cultural connect between the two democracies significantly today.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Weak B2B ties may limit job and investment opportunities for Indians.
- Student and tourism exchanges could grow if people links expand.
- Defence cooperation benefits security but may not reach daily commerce.
What's Happening
- Sanjaya Baru analysed India Japan relations on July 5.
- He said G2G ties are strong but B2B and P2P links lag.
- Prime Minister Takaichi's visit highlighted official diplomacy.
Diplomatic Context
- Shinzo Abe's legacy anchors the strategic partnership.
- India and Japan cooperate on Indo-Pacific security.
- Baru called for deeper business and cultural engagement.
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