Japan has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to support Pakistan for development in health, education, environment, and water sectors.

The resolve was expressed by Japan's Ambassador to Pakistan Mitsuhiro Wada who paid a courtesy call on Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema in Islamabad today.     

The minister recognized longstanding bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan and underscored the shared values and perspectives between the two countries. 

He emphasized significance of Japan's economic assistance to Pakistan.      

On his part, the Ambassador apprised the Minister of the implementation progress over the ongoing development portfolio funded by Japan including special assistance package  for 2022 floods and the scholarships program for the capacity building of the civil service officers of the Government of Pakistan. 

Both sides agreed to convene the next session of the Japan-Pakistan High-Level Economic Policy Dialogue at the earliest opportunity.