ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi today (Thursday) has invited Japanese investors to invest in Pakistan in various fields during a meeting with the Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan Kuninori Matsuda in Islamabad.
During the meeting, all aspects of bilateral relations were discussed including political, economic, cultural, trade and investment, and regional connectivity, with particular emphasis on religious tourism.
Expressing satisfaction over the excellent Pakistan-Japan bilateral relations, the Foreign Minister appreciated the support provided by the government of Japan for infrastructural and institutional development in Pakistan.
Talking to Japanese Ambassador, FM Qureshi said that all possible facilities will be provided to the investors. Recalling his last visit to Japan, the Foreign Minister highlighted his fruitful engagement and interactions with the Japanese leadership.
Emphasizing the importance of high-level exchanges between the two countries, FM Qureshi expressed the hope that new Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide and Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi would be able to visit Pakistan once the COVID-19 situation improves.
Mentioning that Pakistan and Japan will be jointly celebrating 70 years of establishment of diplomatic relations in the year 2022, the Foreign Minister informed that special events and conferences will be held to commemorate the milestone.
The Foreign Minister also emphasized the need to revisit the travel advisory for Pakistan for boosting bilateral trade and tourism. “Pakistan is making all-out efforts to promote tourism in the country and will also welcome Buddhist tourists visiting their holy sites,” he added.
On the occasion, Ambassador Matsuda appreciated Pakistan’s supportive and facilitative role in the Afghan peace process. He especially thanked the Foreign Minister for efforts in further enhancing Pakistan-Japan relations.
