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India-Japan Formalize AI R&D Partnership; First OSAT Chip Plant Begins Production
This report covers the India AI Mission, Semiconductor manufacturing, and Digital Public Infrastructure from June 30, 2026, to July 07, 2026. The period was marked by the commercial operationalization of India's first major chip packaging facility and a strategic AI alliance with Japan.
Key Statistics
| 5 Billion | 500 | 104 Crore |
|---|---|---|
| Annual chip capacity (units) at Sanand OSAT facility | Indian AI professionals targeted for Japan by 2030 | Digital health records linked to ABHA accounts |
Weekly Executive Summary
- Semiconductor Milestone: Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, marking the start of commercial chip packaging in India. (Ref)
- Strategic AI Alliance: India and Japan elevated their relationship to a "Strategic R&D Partnership in AI," signing MOUs for joint Large Language Model (LLM) development and human capital exchange. (Ref)
- **Governance Framewor…
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