Tokyo, Oct 7 — Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday invited Japanese investors to join the upcoming Happening Haryana Global Investors Summit 2026 as a partner country, reaffirming the state’s longstanding industrial partnership with Japan.
Saini, who arrived in Tokyo leading a high-level delegation, described Japan as Haryana’s “most trusted industrial partner since the 1980s” and said his government is working to attract greater foreign investment under the Developed India–Developed Haryana initiative.
“The relationship between Haryana and Japan has grown stronger with time,” Saini said while addressing Japanese industry leaders. “Strengthening ties with a technologically advanced nation like Japan will create new opportunities for industry, innovation and employment in Haryana.”
The chief minister’s remarks came as the Haryana government inked six Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with prominent Japanese corporations. According to an official spokesperson, the agreements are expected to bring in investments worth ₹1,185 crore and generate more than 13,000 jobs for local youth.
During his visit, Saini met top executives from leading Japanese companies, including AISIN, Air Water, TASI, Nambu, Denso, Sojitz, Nissin, Kawakin, and Toppan. The meetings concluded with the signing of the MoUs, seen as a major step toward expanding industrial and technological cooperation.
The chief minister also held talks with Japanese ministers, including Miyaji Takuma, minister of state for foreign affairs, and Koga Yuichiro, minister of state, ministry of economy, trade and industry (METI). The discussions focused on deepening economic, industrial, and cultural engagement—particularly in the micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) sector—and explored collaboration in future mobility, green energy, semiconductors, infrastructure, and digital transformation.
Saini noted that Haryana’s strong manufacturing base—ranging from equipment and automotive parts to electronics and industrial components—offered Japanese companies significant potential for partnerships. “Haryana provides an ecosystem that supports innovation and industrial excellence. Collaboration with Japan will further enhance our capabilities,” he said.
He also met Shimane Prefecture governor Tatsuya Maruyama and discussed potential technology exchanges, innovation linkages, and joint ventures between enterprises from both regions. Later, Saini participated in the Haryana–Shimane Prefecture Roadshow in Tokyo, where he addressed industrialists and investors.
Speaking at the roadshow, Saini recalled the deep cultural and historical connections between India and Japan, saying, “Our shared values and traditions have linked us for centuries. Just as Shimane preserves its heritage, Haryana stands as one of the most ancient and revered regions of Indian civilisation.”
He urged Japanese businesses to channel more investments into Haryana, citing its strategic location, investor-friendly environment, and skilled workforce. “Shimane and Haryana complement each other in their commitment to quality, precision, and innovation,” he said. “Both regions are advancing rapidly in green energy and industrial development.”
Saini added that Haryana hosts the highest number of Japanese companies in India, making it a “home away from home” for Japanese enterprises. “We have progressive policies designed to support investment across key sectors. I invite you to experience Haryana’s vibrant culture and dynamic industrial landscape,” he said.
In addition to his business engagements, Saini also attended the International Gita Mahotsav in Japan as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he said the Bhagavad Gita is not merely a religious scripture but “a philosophy of life that guides humanity toward peace, harmony, and cooperation.”
“Our goal is to spread the timeless message of the Gita to every corner of the world so that humanity can find the path of understanding and collective progress,” Saini said.
The chief minister’s visit marked a renewed effort to reinforce Haryana’s global outreach, deepen ties with Japan, and attract high-value investment to fuel the state’s next phase of industrial growth.
