PR No.105
H.E. WADA MITSUHIRO, AMBASSADOR OF JAPAN CALLED ON MINISTER FOR DEFENCE, LT.GENERAL ANWAR ALI HYDER (RETD) AT HIS OFFICE IN MINISTRY OF DEFENCE TODAY
Islamabad, September 13, 2023

The Defence Minister highlighted the historical close ties between Pakistan and Japan. He appreciated Japanese support for prosperity and development in Pakistan over the years through JICA. He expressed hope that Japan would help create economic activities in Pakistan through mutually beneficial participation in CPEC as well as considering investment in maritime and industrial manufacturing sectors especially like Gawadar Shipyard. Defence Minister emphasized on continuation of training and collaboration between two Navies and reiterated Pakistan’s continued commitment to UN Peacekeeping Operations. Minister also commended that the efforts of Japanese Government for regular holding of Pakistan-Japan Politico-Military and Military to Military Dialogues, adding that such interactions are a concrete expression of the desire of both the countries to enhance mutual defence collaboration. He mentioned the potential to cooperate in the defence field and need to strengthen the existing level of defence collaboration. The Japanese Ambassador assured of his Government’s continued support to Pakistan and exploring new avenues of mutual collaboration. *********

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