Japan is negotiating with Pakistan to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for import of thousands of skilled labour.

This was stated by Minister and Deputy Head of Mission at Embassy of Japan in Pakistan Yusuke Shindo while talking to APP in Islamabad.

He said the MoU could be signed between the two countries next month.

Shindo said Japan has decided to open the labor market in 14 different sectors, including construction, nursing care, agriculture, manufacturing and light engineering and some other sectors.

The Japanese diplomat praised Pakistani workers who are working in Japan, saying they are more skilled and working with full commitment and honesty.

NNR/Khokhar