Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Japan aims to assist Pakistan to boost economy: Envoy: Daily Mail

By Adnan Rafique

ISLAMABAD—Japanese Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Chihiro Atsumi held a meting with Federal Minister for Planning and Development here Tuesday and exchange views on regarding matters of bilateral interest, regional importance and global significance.
Makhdoom Shahabuddin apprised the Japanese Ambassador that despite economic challenges, Pakistan's economy had set its momentum in the right direction, as all key indicators were pointing upwards. He also informed that inflation had been contained, law and order situation would ultimately improve and democracy had started to function, adding that these indicators were satisfactory not only for Pakistan but also for the relevant international financial institutions.
Makhdoom Shahabuddin further stated that the Government of Pakistan accorded great importance to the economic assistance provided by the Government of Japan and pointed out that a number of opportunities existed for Japanese investment in Pakistan especially for public-private partnerships and Direct Foreign Investments (D.F.Is).

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