India and Japan Sign Pact for "Green Steel" Technology Transfer.

International | Dated: 29 Dec 2025

India and Japan have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) for the transfer of "Green Steel" technology. The agreement was signed in Tokyo between the Steel Ministries of both nations. It focuses on using hydrogen instead of coal in the steel-making process to significantly reduce carbon emissions.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Nippon Steel Corporation will collaborate with SAIL and Tata Steel for pilot projects in Odisha.
  • The pact aligns with India's target of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070.
  • Japan will also provide low-cost financing for decarbonization infrastructure in Indian steel plants.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Agreement: Green Steel Tech Transfer.
  • Partner: Japan.
  • Goal: Decarbonization of Steel Sector.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

With which country did India recently sign a pact for "Green Steel" technology transfer to reduce carbon emissions?

Correct Answer: Japan

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Japan

  • PM – Shigeru Ishiba
  • Capital – Tokyo