ISLAMABAD,(NNI): The Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan Mitsuhiro Wada called on the Federal Minister of Energy Engr. Khurram Dastgir Khan in Islamabad today.
Showing satisfaction at the current level of excellent bilateral ties, Minister appreciated the longstanding engagement of Japan with Pakistan for improving its economic and social infrastructure.
The Ambassador expressed gratitude for Khurram Dastgir’s presence at the funeral of Late former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe. Mr. Wada reiterated Japan’s support during the devastating floods in Pakistan.
Minister for power remarked that I was touched by the kind gesture of people of Japan, they have been sending letters and money to Pakistan’s embassy in Japan.
The Minister lauded the Japanese investment, particularly in the energy sector. He highlighted that Pakistan’s energy sector offers vast opportunities for investment specially in renewables. Japanese ambassador expressed appreciation for the solar initiative of government and mentioned Japanese companies are interested.
The Japanese Envoy recalled that the Government of Japan had been investing in Pakistan in the power sector and reassured that Japan would further enhance its investment portfolio in Pakistan. NNI
