New Delhi, Aug. 28 -- Expressing confidence over his two-nation tour to Japan and China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that these visits will further India's national interests and priorities, while advancing regional and global peace and security.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day official visit to Japan, scheduled from August 29 to 30, to attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit. This marks his first standalone visit to Japan in nearly seven years.

In his departing statement, PM Modi said, "At the invitation of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, I am embarking on a two-day visit to Japan for the 15th Annual Summit. During my visit, we would focus on shaping the next phase in ou...