The minister was addressing the third Joint Committee Meeting on Healthcare between India and Japan, held at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital. The meeting was co-chaired by Nadda and Japan’s Minister in charge of Healthcare Policy, Kimi Onoda.
Welcoming the Japanese delegation, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava stated that the Joint Committee Meeting, conducted under the India-Japan Memorandum of Cooperation, has evolved into a crucial platform for advancing bilateral engagement through sustained dialogue and deeper mutual understanding.
Nadda noted that the meeting reflects the shared determination of both nations to expand partnerships in the health sector. He underlined that India-Japan cooperation is guided by the Memorandum of Cooperation in healthcare and wellness, alongside a common objective of strengthening health systems and fostering innovation. Highlighting the historical depth of ties, he said the relationship is rooted in over a century of engagement across sectors and reiterated India’s commitment to inclusive development under the principle of collective growth for all.
Onoda reaffirmed Japan’s continued commitment to advancing healthcare cooperation with India through innovation, technology, and research collaboration.
During the discussions, both sides deliberated extensively on key areas including prevention and management of non-communicable diseases, supply chain resilience, digital health, and human resource development. India highlighted the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and presented its comprehensive strategy focused on screening, continuity of care, and sustained health promotion aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals.
Japan, in turn, shared its initiatives in cancer screening, early diagnosis, and strengthening treatment systems through technical collaboration. On the issue of supply chain resilience, India emphasized the robustness of its pharmaceutical and medical devices sectors, with a focus on enhancing domestic manufacturing and ensuring affordable access to healthcare products.
Japan elaborated on its public-private collaboration model designed to improve access to high-quality medical products and build resilient supply chains. India also showcased its digital public infrastructure under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, while Japan highlighted its expertise in system integration, artificial intelligence-enabled technologies, and collaborative research.
In his closing remarks, Nadda stated that the deliberations have injected renewed momentum into the India-Japan health partnership and established a clear roadmap for building resilient and inclusive health systems.
The meeting marks a significant step in consolidating strategic healthcare ties between the two nations, reinforcing their shared commitment to addressing global health challenges through cooperation, innovation, and sustainable development.
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