In a concerted effort to tackle global terrorism, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have voiced a unified stance against militant groups based in Pakistan. The two leaders made this announcement during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit held in New Delhi, emphasizing the need for enhanced international measures against organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). They stressed the importance of holding accountable those responsible for acts of terrorism and reaffirmed their dedication to combatting terrorism in all its forms.
Their joint statement specifically condemned the terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam the previous year. The leaders also acknowledged a report by the United Nations Security Council Monitoring Team, released on July 29, 2025, which mentioned The Resistance Front (TRF). They decried cross-border terrorism originating from Pakistan, calling for coordinated global action against terrorist organizations designated by the United Nations, such as Al Qaeda, ISIS/Daesh, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammad, among others.
Furthermore, Modi and Takaichi expressed their disapproval of the Red Fort blast that occurred in New Delhi in November 2025, insisting on swift justice for those involved in planning, financing, and executing the attack. The statement highlighted the crucial need for ongoing international collaboration to counter violent extremism and bolster global efforts to dismantle terrorist networks.
Aside from security concerns, the summit also centered on bolstering the strategic and economic ties between India and Japan. Prime Minister Modi welcomed Takaichi on her inaugural official visit to India as Japan’s prime minister, describing her as a visionary leader and affectionately calling her his “younger sister.” He underscored the historical and cultural connections between the two nations, particularly noting Takaichi’s roots in Nara Prefecture, a region that shares a Buddhist heritage with India.
In response, Takaichi acknowledged Modi’s sentiments, expressing that their discussions reflected a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral relations “as brother and sister.” Her visit to India, from July 1 to 3 at Modi’s invitation, resulted in several new initiatives aimed at fostering cooperation in strategic, economic, and cultural sectors. The summit ultimately reinforced the enduring partnership between the two countries, with a shared focus on regional stability, security, and sustainable development.