India and Japan Sign Agreements on Quantum Science Medical Devices and Health Research

India and Japan exchanged agreements on quantum science, medical devices and health research during bilateral meetings held in New Delhi on 5 and 6 May 2026.

Background: India and Japan share a special strategic and global partnership. Both countries have been actively expanding their cooperation in technology, defence, infrastructure and healthcare. These latest agreements deepen the scientific and technological partnership between the two nations

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Why in News: India and Japan signed multiple agreements covering quantum science, medical devices and health research - reflecting the growing depth of the India-Japan bilateral relationship in science and technology.

Key Points to Remember:

• Countries: India and Japan
• Agreements on: Quantum Science, Medical Devices, Health Research
• Location of meeting: New Delhi, India
• Date: 5-6 May 2026
• India-Japan relationship: Special Strategic and Global Partnership
• Japan Capital: Tokyo
• Japan Currency: Japanese Yen
• Japan PM: Shigeru Ishiba
• India-Japan relationship established: 1952
• Quantum Science importance: Next generation computing, communication and sensing technology
• Relevant Ministry: Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Science & Technology

Related Static GK:

• India-Japan Annual Summit: Held regularly between Prime Ministers
• Japan is part of: G7, G20, Quad
• Quad members: India, USA, Japan, Australia
• India-Japan Malabar Exercise: Trilateral naval exercise with USA
• Japan's bullet train technology in India: Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor
• Shinkansen technology provided by: Japan