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Japan and Libya seek to strengthen economic ties amid improved security
via Libya Herald1 min read
Japan's Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs ONISHI Yohei expressed optimism for developing economic relations between Japan and Libya, citing positive changes in Libya's security situation and the country's economic potential. His remarks were made at the Second Japan-Libya Economic Forum in Tokyo, co-hosted by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, METI, and the Sasakawa Peace Foundation. A Libyan ministerial government delegation, led by Mustafa AL-Manea, Head of the Executive Team for the Prime Minister鈥檚 Initiatives and Strategic Projects and Special Envoy of Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, is visiting Japan from July 7 to 19. The delegation includes key officials such as the Minister of Oil and Gas, the Minister of Economy and Trade, and the Chairman of the National Oil Corporation. During their visit, the delegation is participating in the forum and holding discussions with Japanese companies, with the Japanese Embassy anticipating strengthened bilateral relations, especially in the energy sector.
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