<h1>Japanese Leaders See India as Key Manufacturing Base, Call for Open Investment and Land Policies to Boost Ties.</h1> Japanese business leaders view India as an attractive manufacturing base and market but urge for a more open investment climate and relaxed land acquisition policies. The Chairman of Keidanren highlighted the need for improved bidding processes and praised India's leadership under Prime Minister Modi. He noted the progress on India's Goods and Services Tax and emphasized the potential for enhanced bilateral collaboration. With 1,200 Japanese companies operating in India and significant FDI growth, Japanese firms benefit from India-Japan relations. The Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industries expressed interest in strengthening economic ties, particularly in projects like the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor.