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UP Signs ₹11,000 Crore MoUs with Japanese Firms

  • 27 Feb 2026
  • 2 min read

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On the first day of his official visit to Japan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth approximately ₹11,000 crore with several prominent Japanese companies. 

Key Points:

  • Total Investment: Initial commitments reach ₹11,000 crore, focusing on industrial growth.
  • Major Investors: Key firms involved include Kubota Corporation, Minda Corporation, Japan Aviation Electronics Industry (JAE), and others.
  • Targeted Sectors: Investments span Automobiles, Advanced Electronics, Agricultural Equipment, Infrastructure, and Real Estate.
  • Boost to Manufacturing and Value Chains: These agreements are expected to deepen industrial cooperation by bringing Japanese technology, capital and expertise into Uttar Pradesh’s manufacturing ecosystem.
  • Technology Transfer and Innovation: Japanese firms often emphasise high-precision manufacturing and efficiency. 

    • Partnerships in sectors such as automotive electronics and advanced materials could help strengthen India’s industrial competitiveness and technology base.

  • Job Creation and Local Development: These investments are expected to drive employment growth, enhance skill development opportunities, and support local supply chains in Uttar Pradesh
  • Strengthening India–Japan Economic Ties: The MoUs are part of broader efforts to reinforce India-Japan bilateral economic relations, which include collaboration in manufacturing, infrastructure, technology and environmental solutions.

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