Bengaluru: Karnataka Industries Minister M.B. Patil held discussions with Koichi Shiota, Governor of Japan’s Kagoshima Prefecture, to strengthen industrial cooperation between Karnataka and Japan and attract fresh investments in key technology sectors.
Speaking at a luncheon attended by Japanese Consul General Hiroshi Nawata, Patil highlighted the longstanding industrial ties between the two sides. He noted that Japanese companies, including Toyota, Nidec, Honda and Hitachi, already have a presence in Karnataka and contribute to the state’s economic growth, industrial development and employment generation.
Patil said Karnataka offered significant investment opportunities in semiconductors, electronics, robotics and industrial automation. He highlighted the state’s infrastructure and investor-friendly environment as key advantages for Japanese companies looking to expand their operations.
The minister also expressed the state government’s interest in deepening collaboration with Japanese industries to promote innovation, technology exchange and fresh investments.
He expressed confidence that stronger industrial partnerships would accelerate Karnataka’s industrial growth and create additional employment opportunities.