At the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi jointly expressed their firm stance against terrorism, urging for intensified global efforts targeting Pakistan-based militant groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). Both leaders highlighted their unwavering commitment to eliminating terrorism in all its manifestations and emphasized the necessity of holding those accountable for terrorist acts.
In a joint statement, Modi and Takaichi condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam from the previous year and acknowledged the United Nations Security Council Monitoring Team Report dated July 29, 2025, which mentioned The Resistance Front (TRF). They strongly criticized cross-border terrorism originating from Pakistan and called for a united global effort against all terrorist organizations recognized by the United Nations, such as Al Qaeda, ISIS/Daesh, Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad, and their affiliates.
The leaders also denounced the Red Fort blast that took place in New Delhi in November 2025, pressing for immediate justice for those involved in its planning, financing, and execution. The statement underscored the importance of ongoing international cooperation to counter violent extremism and enhance global security measures against terrorist networks.
Beyond addressing security concerns, the summit served as a platform to deepen the strategic and economic collaboration between India and Japan. Modi warmly welcomed Takaichi on her inaugural official visit to India as Japan’s prime minister, praising her as a visionary leader and affectionately referring to her as his “younger sister.” He also noted the historical and cultural connections between the two nations, highlighting Takaichi’s roots in Nara Prefecture, a region linked to their shared Buddhist heritage.
In response, Takaichi acknowledged Modi’s friendly remarks, indicating that their discussions were reflective of a mutual dedication to advancing bilateral relations “as brother and sister.” Her visit to India, held from July 1 to 3 at Modi’s invitation, led to the launch of numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing cooperation across strategic, economic, and cultural domains. This summit further solidified the enduring partnership between India and Japan, with a shared focus on regional stability, security, and sustainable development.
