LAHORE
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said Pakistan attaches importance to its relations with Japan adding robust friendly relations are existing between the two countries. .
She held a meeting with Japan’s Ambassador Akamatsu Shuichi Saturday.
Du ring the meeting stress was laid on bilateral relations, trade cooperation, and investment opportunities in various sectors.
During the meeting, both leaders emphasized the need to explore new avenues to enhance bilateral economic collaboration.
CM Maryam Nawaz expressed gratitude for Japan’s support during the 2022 floods and acknowledged their assistance in Pakistan’s times of need.
The Japanese Ambassador extended invitation to the Chief Minister to visit Japan, which she accepted. He also appreciated Maryam Nawaz’s development initiatives and her continuation of the public welfare agenda established by Muhammad Nawaz Sharif and Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
Maryam Nawaz while talking on the occasion said Pakistan attaches much significance to its ties with Japan.
Japan stood by Pakistan in every hard time. We are grateful to people and government of Japan.
Every possible facility and protection will be provided to Japanese investors in Punjab, she added.
We want cooperation with Japan in the sectors of agriculture, minerals, IT, AI and energy, she underlined.
