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Galgotias University and JETRO Explore Japan Jobs, Industry Ties
Galgotias University met with representatives from JETRO, an organization that supports trade and business links with Japan.
The visitors spoke with students about working in Japan.
They said students need technical skills, Japanese language ability and cultural understanding.
The delegation also discussed internships and training connected to Japanese companies.
Other ideas included teaching semiconductors and VLSI more closely with industry needs.
The university and JETRO discussed possible cooperation with the University of Yamanashi.
More than 1,400 Japanese companies operate in India, according to the university.
Galgotias University plans to visit Japan in October 2026.
The goal is to create more education, research and career opportunities between India and Japan.
Galgotias University hosted a Japan External Trade Organization delegation to discuss academic and industry collaboration.
JETRO representatives briefed students on employment prospects, workplace expectations and preparation for careers in Japan.
The delegation stressed Japanese language proficiency, cultural understanding and technical skills for Japan-based opportunities.
Discussions covered semiconductor and VLSI education, industry training, internships, language learning and possible cooperation with the University of Yamanashi.
Galgotias University plans to send a delegation to Japan in October 2026 to pursue structured partnerships with universities and companies.
- Who
- Galgotias University and representatives of the Japan External Trade Organization, including officials from its Tokyo and New Delhi offices.
- What
- They discussed student employment in Japan and possible academic, research, training and industry collaborations.
- Where
- Galgotias University, near the Yamuna Expressway in India.
- When
- During the JETRO visit; Galgotias University plans a follow-up delegation to Japan in October 2026.
- Why
- To prepare students for opportunities with Japanese businesses and strengthen educational and professional ties between India and Japan.
Key facts
- Visiting organization
- Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)
- Companies in India
- More than 1,400 Japanese companies currently operate in India, according to the university.
- Human-resource plan
- The 2025 India-Japan Action Plan targets exchanges of more than 500,000 people over five years.
- Skilled-personnel target
- The plan includes 50,000 skilled personnel and potential talents moving from India to Japan.
- Planned visit
- Galgotias University expects to send a delegation to Japan in October 2026.
- Potential academic partner
- The University of Yamanashi was discussed as a possible partner for joint research, student mobility and talent development.
- University community
- Galgotias University has more than 50,000 students and a global alumni network exceeding 100,000 graduates.
Quotes
Dr Dhruv Galgotia
Chancellor of Galgotias University
“We aim to connect our strengths in active learning and industry collaboration with Japan's expertise in technology and innovation, creating meaningful opportunities for our students in research, learning and careers.”
republicworld.com
“Our University is deepening its engagement with Japan through a continuous and concerted effort to build lasting relationships with Japanese universities, industry and institutions.”
republicworld.com
Sources
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