TOKYO: Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held meetings with Japanese leadership, business executives and Pakistani diaspora during his ongoing four-day visit to Japan.

FM Bilawal Bhutto held meetings with representatives of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JAICA), Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) and business executives in Tokyo.

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During meetings, matters related to bilateral cooperation in trade and investment came under discussion. He addressed function organised by Pakistani diaspora in Tokyo.

FM Bilawal said that Pakistan and Japan have potential to increase bilateral trade in diverse sectors for mutual benefit, Radio Pakistan reported. He said both countries can benefit from investment in agriculture and livestock.

He said incumbent government is working on economic diplomacy to bring prosperity to country. He added Pakistan can learn from Japan’s advancement in Information Technology and other fields. He said during his meeting with Japanese leadership and entrepreneurs, he will urge them to enhance trade and investment in Pakistan.

He said Pakistan has over 65 percent population of youth and we can exploit this human resource through skills-based education and training.

He urged Pakistani overseas particularly businessmen to play their role for an increase in trade between two countries and also strengthening of bilateral relations.

Published in The Daily National Courier, July, 03 2023

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