Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Japan on Wednesday.
Akazawa described Bangladesh as an attractive investment destination and expressed Japan’s interest in strengthening bilateral ties and increasing investment.
Tarique Rahman thanked the Japanese government for its continued support in building a developed and prosperous Bangladesh. Both sides agreed to advance areas of cooperation discussed during the prime ministerial summit and further strengthen bilateral relations.
The prime minister said his father, Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, and his mother, former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, had both visited Japan, helping develop bilateral relations. He expressed his commitment to carrying forward that legacy and invited Akazawa to visit Bangladesh.
Bangladesh officials attending the meeting included Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat, Prime Minister’s Adviser on Finance and Planning Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, State Minister for Foreign Affairs-1 Humayun Kabir, State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit, Invest Bangladesh Chairman Ashik Chowdhury, Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostakur Rahman and other senior officials.
-AJM