
India, Japan to collaborate on defence, critical minerals
Published on: Aug. 30, 2025, 11:11 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
India and Japan have forged a new pact to boost defence industrial collaboration, encompassing government and private sectors. They will jointly explore critical minerals, including refining, and increase cooperation between special forces. The nations aim to co-develop equipment and technology for future security needs, leveraging Japan's advanced maritime technologies.