India Steps Up Terrorism Dialogue with Japan During Tokyo Visit
An Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation continued its diplomatic outreach in Tokyo with a series of high-level meetings focused on counter-terrorism and bilateral cooperation. The visit builds on India’s broader campaign following Operation Sindoor, aimed at reinforcing its global message of zero tolerance towards terrorism and strengthening international partnerships to combat cross-border threats.
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Led by MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, the delegation met Japanese lawmakers including Fukushiro Nukaga and Takeshi Iwaya, both of whom expressed solidarity after the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Their dialogue emphasized Indo-Pacific peace and strengthened ties in security research.
Jha reiterated India’s position: “We make no distinction between terrorists and those who harbor them.” He called for enforcing the UNSC April 25 statement and noted international support from Germany and other allies.
A focused and lively press engagement held at the Embassy @IndianEmbTokyo with All-Party Delegation from India. Hon’ble Members of Parliament briefed the Japanese media on India’s ‘New Normal’ against cross-border attacks, zero tolerance for terrorism, and all parties resolve to… pic.twitter.com/HqZpFrmcQK
— India in Japanインド大使館 (@IndianEmbTokyo) May 23, 2025
The delegation met Yasuhiro Hanashi and Minoru Kihara to deepen coordination on intelligence, legal cooperation, and strategic alignment. Discussions also reflected India's expanding partnerships post-Operation Sindoor diplomacy.
Meeting Speaker Nukaga built on his earlier India visit, reinforcing Japan’s firm support for India’s anti-terrorism doctrine, particularly in light of escalating global tensions and asymmetric threats.
All-Party Delegation from India met with Fukushiro Nukaga, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan, building on the momentum of Mr. Nukaga’s recent visit to India where he expressed Japan’s full support for India’s fight against terrorism. Mr Nukaga reiterated… pic.twitter.com/t16J7uXK10
— India in Japanインド大使館 (@IndianEmbTokyo) May 23, 2025
Briefings at the Indian Embassy emphasized dismantling terror financing structures and called for a global coalition against states enabling cross-border extremism.
Proactive engagement by the All-Party Delegation from India with the Diplomatic Corps in Tokyo at @IndianEmbTokyo reaffirms India’s unwavering national resolve against terrorism. United in voice, firm in action.#NeverForgetNeverForgive @PMOIndia @MEAIndia… pic.twitter.com/gOd4tOa6Yb
— India in Japanインド大使館 (@IndianEmbTokyo) May 23, 2025
Talks with think tanks and assembly leaders underscored a common goal: neutralize transnational terrorism and cyber-propaganda. Japan’s think tanks supported India’s diplomatic outreach strategy through Asia and Europe.
来日中の超党派国会議員代表団は、在京の各国大使と交流し、テロとの戦いにおけるインドの揺るぎない決意を改めて示しました。声を一つに、毅然とした行動を。@PMOIndia @MEAIndia @PIB_India @narendramodi @DrSJaishankar… https://t.co/gc0s7MXZ4O
— India in Japanインド大使館 (@IndianEmbTokyo) May 23, 2025
Beginning with a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Edogawa, the visit underscored India’s peace diplomacy. Delegates highlighted leadership under Prime Minister Modi, calling for a concerted campaign against the weaponization of terrorism.
With over 30 nations engaged, this outreach aligns with India's plan to position the Northeast, veterans, and parliamentarians as pivotal voices in public diplomacy and coordinated strategic messaging.