Former Ambassador Mushtaq Ahmed Mehr said on Monday that Pakistan's economic and political relations with Japan would further flourish in the days to come. Speaking at a PTV programme, he said the visit of Japanese Prime Minister would open new venues of mutual co-operation between the two countries in all spheres. He said for the first time a joint statement had been issued by the two countries, which covered the area of political and economic co-operation.
For the first time, a mechanism had been evolved under which enhanced mutual contacts would be made and joint commission would be formulated to seek ways and means to further improve the political and economic ties, he added.
Mushtaq said Japan had been very cautious in transfer of technology to other countries, adding an agreement of technical co-operation had been reached between the two countries during the visit of Japan's premier, which was also a promising development.
To a question, he said Japanese was a business-minded nation and counted much about prevailing business ethics and security conditions while dealing with other countries.
As, there existed a business-friendly atmosphere along with the improved law and order situation in Pakistan, one might hope for enhanced Japan's investment in the country during the next few years, he said.
To another question, the former envoy said Japan had now begun to understand Pakistan's position in the area of nuclear technology.
Responding to another question, he said the remains of Buddhist civilisations were precious assets in Pakistan, which if maintained could attract large number of Japanese tourists.
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