While visiting Panama, Foreign Minister Motegi (茂木) met with President Mulino and agreed to advance cooperation drawing on the expertise of Japanese companies to secure conditions for the stable use of the Panama Canal.
Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu (茂木 敏充) visited Panama and met with President Mulino on the 5th local time. The meeting was held to strengthen cooperation between Japan and Panama.
The two sides confirmed their cooperation in securing conditions for the stable use of the Panama Canal. They agreed on a policy of advancing initiatives across a wide range of areas by drawing on the expertise of Japanese companies.
Specifically, the two sides cited promoting cooperation in diverse fields, including waste management, and further details of the cooperation are expected to be developed going forward.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs provided this information, indicating its focus on strengthening cooperation between the two countries.