With bilateral trade exceeding $20 billion, Quad partners India and Japan have been actively fostering a mutually beneficial relationship, appreciating, assisting and complementing each other’s development journey. Both the nations are collaborating on major infrastructure projects, including bullet trains. The Quad partners are also ensuring safe trade routes in the Indo-Pacific region. Additionally, they are exploring innovative ways to blend their rich cultural heritages, a notable example of which is the depiction of the Hindu epic Ramayana through animation.
Celebrating over two decades of strategic partnership and discussing future course of actions has been the key focus at Connect India Japan, the first ever media house that is exclusively dedicated to bolstering diplomatic ties between both the nations through culture, business, and innovation. Aimed at deepening bilateral ties, Connect India Japan facilitates insightful dialogue, organises seminal events, and builds collaborations that drive mutual growth.
Second Edition of Rising Sun Conclave 2025: Celebrating India-Japan Synergy and Success
Building on the resounding success of the inaugural session of the Rising Sun Conclave, held on 13th March last year, Connect India Japan is delighted to announce its second edition. It is set to take place on February 25, 2025, at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The exclusive event will host top diplomats, business leaders, industry pioneers, and cultural icons from both nations with the aim to explore new avenues of collaboration.
Pertinent to note, Connect India Japan was founded by an Indian woman from Tokyo, Nupur Tewari. She single-handedly led the event that marked a groundbreaking achievement in international diplomacy and business networking.

The Chief Guests gracing the event include Honorable Governor of Haryana Bandaru Dattatreya, and Honorable Mrs. Smriti Irani, Former Cabinet Minister, Government of India. They will share their insights on India-Japan relations.

Key features of The Rising Sun Conclave 2025
The Event Opening will be marked by Odissi Dance, a traditional performance that embodies the rich cultural heritage of India. The Dance performane will be followed by high-level panel discussions on emerging trends in India-Japan business, trade, and technological collaborations. Additionally, Cultural programs will highlight the deep-rooted traditions and shared heritage of India and Japan.
The event will provide exclusive networking opportunities for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors looking to expand Indo-Japanese partnerships.
The event will conclude with Gala Dinner, an exclusive evening gathering for dignitaries, business leaders, and diplomats to engage in meaningful conversations over a specially curated Indo-Japanese dining experience.
A dynamic platform where ideas meet action, Rising Sun Conclave 2 will feature thought-provoking panel discussions, strategic networking sessions, and high-impact dialogues that will redefine the future of India-Japan relations across multiple sectors.
A Historic Initiative: India-Japan Excellence Awards
With the introduction of the first-of-its-kind recognition program launched in 2024, Connect India Japan has taken a pioneering step by bestowing India-Japan Excellence Awards.
The award honours individuals and organizations that have been making remarkable contributions to India-Japan partnerships in business, technology, and culture.
The Rising Sun Conclave 2025 is a movement towards a stronger, more dynamic partnership between India and Japan. The exclusive videos of the insightful geopolitical initiative will be available on TFI Media Channels. We invite business leaders, diplomats, policymakers, and visionaries to be part of this historic occasion.
Images from Rising India Conclave 2024, the inaugural session
