Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi toured a chip factory in Japan’s Miyagi prefecture on Saturday, a day after he and his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba pledged deeper ties as U.S. tariffs hit the global economy.

“We hope to work together to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain and enhance economic security,” said Ishiba, speaking to reporters after the visit.

Modi’s tour of the Tokyo Electron chip factory reflects his eagerness to collaborate with Japan on technology and aligns with his aim to promote a “made in India” economy.

Modi has touted the possibility of partnerships in energy, trade and technology, calling Japan a “tech powerhouse.” “Japan’s technology and India’s talent can lead the global technology revolution,” he said on Friday.

Following the talks on Friday, M

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