India and Japan Forge "Resilient" Supply Chains to Counter China

India and Japan have pledged to build stronger, more secure supply chains between their economies. The agreement aims to reduce reliance on any single country, notably China. The commitment was made during high-level talks in New Delhi. Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar met with Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Toshimitsu Motegi, for the 18th India-Japan Strategic Dialogue. Both nations emphasized creating "resilient" supply chains. This term refers to systems that can withstand shocks like pandemics or political disputes without breaking down. The move signals a strategic shift. It focuses on deeper cooperation in manufacturing, technology, and trade. The goal is to ensure a steady flow of critical goods and materials. The dialogue also covered regional security and cooperation on COVID-19 vaccines. The talks reinforce a growing partnership seen as crucial for stability in Asia.