'Trade cooperation between Japan and Pakistan growing'

Japanese Ambass-ador to Pakistan Seiji Kojima called on Punjab Chief Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif here on Friday. According to an official, in the meeting bilateral relations between Japan and Pakistan, trade and economic co-operation as well as matters of mutual interest were discussed.
Talking to Japanese Ambassador, Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif said trade and economic co-operation between Japan and Pakistan is growing with the passage of time, which will further cement the ties between the two countries. The Chief Minister also apprised Japanese Ambassador of the priorities of his government regarding elimination of poverty, ignorance and backwardness as well as provision of basic amenities to the masses.