New Delhi, July 2: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaiichi is on a three-day visit to India. This trip is crucial for strengthening bilateral relations. The ties between India and Japan are not only strategic but also cultural, deeply rooted in folk traditions. During her visit, Takaiichi attempted to play the santoor, a traditional Indian instrument, which prompted Prime Minister Narendra Modi to applaud her efforts.
A delightful glimpse of this interaction was witnessed during a luncheon hosted by Modi. The event featured captivating performances of traditional instruments, entertaining the guests.
At the end of the program, PM Takaiichi expressed her gratitude to all the artists. A performer invited her to try her hand at the santoor. She accepted the invitation and made an attempt to play the instrument, which brought a smile to Modi’s face as he clapped to encourage her.
This charming story was shared by a Japanese Cabinet Public Relations Officer on the social platform X, accompanied by a beautiful photograph.
Earlier, India and Japan decided to accelerate their economic partnership. During the India-Japan Joint Economic Forum, PM Modi announced the launch of “Japan Business Week” to address the concerns of Japanese companies. Senior officials from the Prime Minister’s Office will engage directly with Japanese investors.
Modi highlighted that two-thirds of Suzuki cars sold worldwide are manufactured in India and exported to over 100 countries. He also mentioned that, with Japan’s assistance, around 1,000 fertilizer factories will be established in India.
Both nations have set a target of attracting 10 trillion yen in Japanese investment in India over the next decade. Modi and PM Takaiichi inaugurated Maruti Suzuki’s fourth vehicle manufacturing plant in Kharkhoda, Haryana.
Following bilateral talks, Modi affectionately referred to Takaiichi as his “little sister.” In a heartfelt response, she remarked, “Prime Minister Modi, you called me your beautiful little sister, and during our brief meeting before the big conference, we decided to advance this relationship as siblings.” She emphasized the importance of India and Japan coming together in light of current global circumstances.
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