Japan-Pakistan Strengthen Economic Ties through Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai
Islamabad: Ambassador Akamatsu and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries & Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, have held a productive discussion on leveraging Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai to deepen Japan-Pakistan economic ties. The meeting focused on promoting investment and strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
Key Highlights: – Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai: Pakistan will participate in the expo to showcase its industrial capabilities and attract foreign investment, with a focus on textiles, food and agriculture, gems and jewelry, and defense sectors.
Investment Promotion: The meeting emphasized the importance of promoting investment in Pakistan’s industries, with Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) playing a significant role in supporting Pakistan’s economic development.
Industrial Policy: Khan and Ambassador Akamatsu exchanged views on Pakistan’s industrial policy, highlighting the country’s potential for growth and development. – Cultural Exchange: The discussion also touched on the importance of cultural exchange between Japan and Pakistan, with the expo providing an opportunity for people-to-people contact and collaboration
Pakistan’s Participation in Expo 2025: – Pakistan Pavilion: The Pakistan Pavilion was soft-launched in Kobe, Japan, in April 2025, featuring a unique design concept inspired by Pakistan’s Khewra Salt Mines. – Investment in Expo Participation: The Export Development Fund (EDF) Board has approved 20 proposals worth over Rs. 8.5 billion for Pakistan’s participation in Expo 2025, targeting various sectors, including textiles, agriculture, and
