Piyush Goyal Leads India's Largest Business Delegation to Japan for Trade and Investment Talks
The visit aims to boost trade and investment ties as bilateral trade topped $27 billion in 2025-26, the Commerce Ministry said.
- On Monday, August 24, 2026, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal begins a four-day visit to Japan, leading India's largest-ever business delegation with more than 200 representatives from manufacturing, semiconductors, clean energy, and other key sectors.
- Bilateral trade surpassed $27 billion in 2025–26, reflecting the growing economic partnership, while Japan ranks as India's fifth-largest investor with cumulative investments exceeding $48 billion since 2000.
- Goyal will participate in a round-table with Keidanren, the Japan Business Federation representing more than 1,500 leading companies, with sessions focused on semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and clean energy.
- Bilateral talks are scheduled with Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Akazawa Ryosei, followed by business roadshows in Nagoya and Osaka showcasing India's manufacturing and clean energy potential.
- Japan set a 10 trillion yen investment target for India over the next decade, while Japan External Trade Organisation survey data shows more than 80% of Japanese companies plan to expand operations.
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Piyush Goyal heads for Japan with business delegation to boost trade, investments
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India-Japan ties: Piyush Goyal leads largest-ever delegation; FICCI expects semiconductor, electronics MoUs
India and Japan aim to enhance cooperation in semiconductors and electronics, with MoUs expected to be signed during a business delegation visit led by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. Over 200 delegates will engage in business meetings and site visits to strengthen commercial ties.
Piyush Goyal leads India's largest business delegation to Japan for trade and investment talks
Union Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Japan from August 24 to 27. He leads India's largest business delegation to the country for discussions. Meetings will focus on semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and start-ups. The minister will also promote investment and meet business leaders in Nagoya's auto and steel industries. Osaka will host roadshows showcasing manufacturing and clean energy opportunities.
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