Piyush Goyal Meets MUFG Deputy Chairman to Strengthen India-Japan Financial Cooperation

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal met Yasushi Itagaki, Deputy Chairman of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), along with senior officials, during discussions focused on strengthening financial and investment cooperation between India and Japan.

Met Mr. Yasushi Itagaki, Deputy Chairman at Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), along with other senior officials.

Discussed opportunities to strengthen India-Japan cooperation across banking, commercial finance and investment.

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The meeting explored opportunities to deepen collaboration across banking, commercial finance and investment, as both countries look to expand economic engagement and create new avenues for businesses and financial institutions.

Goyal highlighted the significant opportunities presented by India's dynamic and expanding financial sector for Japanese financial institutions seeking to strengthen their presence and partnerships in the country.

The discussions underscore the growing importance of India-Japan economic cooperation, particularly in financial services, investment and commercial finance. Deeper engagement between leading Japanese financial institutions and India's financial ecosystem could support greater investment flows and strengthen bilateral economic ties.