Tokyo, Aug. 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a written interview to the Japanese publication The Yomiuri Shimbun, has said that he looks forward to charting the next phase of strategic ties between India and Japan.

"During my meeting with Prime Minister Ishiba, I look forward to charting the next phase of our partnership. Our focus will be to strengthen security, enhance resilience, drive innovation and deliver prosperity for our people," PM Modi said.

He expressed confidence that his visit, though short, will be long in impact. "India and Japan will continue to be a force for peace, progress and stability in Asia and the world," he said.

Prime Minister Modi further said that he would improve defence cooperation with Japan.

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