What happened?
On July 15, 2025, Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh participated in the inauguration of the 16th India Trend Fair held in Tokyo, Japan. The event provided a significant platform for Indian exhibitors to showcase their products directly to Japanese buyers, aiming to strengthen bilateral trade in textiles. The Indian Ambassador to Japan and senior Ministry of Textiles officials were also present.
Why it matters to India
This event underscores India’s efforts to expand its textile exports and attract Japanese investments under government schemes supporting new employment, electric subsidies, and “plug and play” infrastructure. Giriraj Singh’s meetings with key Japanese industry leaders, including Fast Retailing and Daiso Industries, focused on enhancing sourcing, manufacturing, and retail partnerships in India. The roundtable with CEOs encouraged investments in technical textiles and fibre production, reflecting India’s strategic push to become a global textile hub and deepen economic ties with Japan.