External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the significance of the India-Japan partnership in enhancing strategic stability in the Indo-Pacific region during the India-Japan Indo-Pacific Forum. He articulated that as two major democracies and maritime nations, both countries share a responsibility to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific, which is increasingly complex. Jaishankar highlighted initiatives like the Next Generation Mobility Partnership and Economic Security Initiative as crucial for mutual growth. This partnership aims to bolster supply chains and investment in emerging technologies, reaffirming the comprehensive nature of their ties and underscoring their collaborative role in regional stability amidst global challenges.