The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has announced the appointment of TAKEUCHI Takuro as the new Chief Representative of its Office in India, effective September 23, 2024.
Takeuchi replaces SAITO Mitsunori, who concluded his tenure at JICA India after three years and one month of service.
Takeuchi’s experience
Takeuchi brings with him vast experience of more than 27 years at JICA, where he has held key leadership positions in several divisions. Most recently, he served as Senior Director of the General Affairs Division of the Department of General Affairs, where he played a key role in the development of JICA’s institutional strategy and management.
His previous experience also includes Senior Director of South Asia Division 1, which oversees India, as well as Director of Human Resources and South Asia Division 4, which is responsible for operations in Bangladesh and Nepal.
Leadership Comments
TAKEUCHI Takuro said: “India is an incredibly dynamic place to work, with unrivaled potential for global growth. At the same time, it presents some of the world’s most complex challenges. I am deeply honored to work in India and lead JICA’s operations at such an exciting time. Our partnerships with Indian institutions have been instrumental in addressing development challenges and fostering sustainable growth. I look forward to working with the talented and dedicated team at JICA India to deepen collaboration between India and Japan and contribute to a safer and more sustainable future.”
Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) to India began in 1958, with India being the first recipient of a Japanese ODA loan. Since then, over JPY 8,255.3 billion (as of March 2024, approximately Rs 4.4 lakh crore) has been committed to support over 333 public sector projects in India, spanning transportation, water and sanitation, energy, healthcare and forestry.
JICA aims to continue supporting India’s development path through projects aimed at promoting sustainable development and growth of the country.
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