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Union Minister Piyush Goyal urges Japanese firms to deepen investments in India
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🗓 20 Aug 2026, 04:38 AM
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal called on Japanese businesses to expand their investments and forge stronger partnerships across Indian sectors, citing the country’s growth potential and recent reforms.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal publicly appealed to Japanese enterprises to increase their capital presence in India, emphasizing the opportunities created by recent economic reforms and the country’s large consumer market. He highlighted sectors such as manufacturing, clean energy, digital services and infrastructure where Japanese expertise could complement India’s development agenda. Goyal noted that deeper collaboration would not only boost bilateral trade but also create jobs and technology transfer for Indian firms. The minister urged Japanese investors to explore joint ventures, research partnerships and long‑term projects that align with India’s "Make in India" and sustainability goals. He concluded by inviting Japanese business delegations to engage with relevant Indian ministries and state governments for concrete project discussions.