Geopolitics, Innovation and Societal Challenges by Shaw, Rajib; Kawane, Tomo; Gurtoo, Anjula;

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In an era defined by shifting global dynamics, this book explores the transformative partnership between two of Asia’s most influential democracies. This volume delves into the strategic convergence of India and Japan, examining their collaborative efforts to address pressing geopolitical, technological, and societal challenges in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. From the bustling connectivity corridors of Northeast India to the sustainable energy initiatives driving net-zero ambitions, this book unpacks the multifaceted India-Japan relationship. It highlights their shared vision for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific, bolstered by robust defense collaborations, cutting-edge technology transfers, and innovative approaches to sustainable development. Chapters explore critical topics such as infrastructure development, renewable energy partnerships, artificial intelligence cooperation, and the Blue Economy, while addressing societal challenges like rural revitalization, healthcare infrastructure, and waste management. The book also examines how cultural and business exchanges, alongside feminist foreign policies, strengthen bilateral ties and foster regional stability.Through rigorous analysis and case studies, this book reveals how India and Japan are not only navigating their own national priorities but also shaping a resilient, multipolar world order. This book showcases the power of strategic alliances in building a sustainable and inclusive future.

Table of Contents:

Introduction: Geopolitics, innovation and societal challenges in terms of India Japan partnership.- Part I Geopolitics.- The Post-2014 Indo-Japan Convergence in Northeast India.-Promoting Indo-Pacific Peace and Development through India-Japan Special Strategic Partnership.- India-Japan Partnership in the Indo-Pacific Region: Infrastructure Technology Transfer and Regional Economic Collaboration.- India-Japan Defence Collaboration: Emphasis on Defence Exercises and Defence Technology.- India-Japan Energy Ties: Progress and Prospects.- Understanding and Walking in the Path of Blue Economy for a Sustainable INDIA- JAPAN Future.- The Role of India-Japan Reproductive Health Policies in Feminist Foreign Policy and Geopolitical Influence.- From Fossil Fuels to Hydrogen: Evaluating the India-Japan Collaboration in Pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals.- Negotiating Privacy in Quest for Regulation: Legal Framework on Digital Identification System.- Part II Societal Challenges.- Can branding of cultural commodities stop extinction of rural communities (genkai shuraku): Case studies from Japan and India.- Addressing India’s Healthcare Infrastructure through India-Japan Collaboration: Addressing Climate Change and Dengue Outbreaks.- Addressing rural challenges in India: Lessons learned from Japan.- Learning from Circular City Experiences of Japan - The Economic and Behavioural Challenges for Adoption in India.- Japan’s Labour Shortage and India’s Unemployment: Developing a Complementary Relationship.- Waste to Wealth - Japanese Mantra for Tackling India's Menace.-Sustainable Tourism in Japan: A Role Model for India and the World.- Predictors of Social Behavior and Resource Access Among Expatriates in India and Japan.