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The upcoming visit of Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to Japan will be a key focus during the Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) between the two countries on May 15 in Tokyo.
Professor Yunus is expected to attend the Nikkei Forum, scheduled to be held in Tokyo on May 29. He is also likely to hold a bilateral meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister on 30 May, before departing for home on the same day, according to sources at the Foreign Ministry.
“Issues related to trade, investment, and the continuation of economic cooperation will be highlighted during the FOC,” said the Japanese Ambassador to Dhaka, Saida Shinichi.
Speaking to reporters at the Foreign Ministry following a meeting, the envoy noted that the Japanese government has not yet made a public announcement regarding the Chief Adviser’s visit.
“Japan has been your faithful development partner since independence,” he stated.
He also highlighted Japan’s involvement in key development projects in Bangladesh, such as the Matarbari Deep Sea Port, metro rail, and railway line initiatives.
According to Foreign Ministry officials, Mr Nazrul Islam, Secretary (East), will lead the Bangladeshi delegation.
Although the Foreign Secretary typically leads such consultations, he will not be attending this time. His absence from the recent FOC with Denmark has further fuelled speculation regarding his possible removal.
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