Minister Nishimura Holds Meeting with Mr. Dimitri S. Kerkentzes, Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE)

On Wednesday, September 20, Mr. Nishimura Yasutoshi, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, held a meeting in Tokyo with Mr. Dimitri S. Kerkentzes, Secretary-General of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE).
Minister Nishimura expressed his gratitude for the support that the BIE has provided to date and explained the efforts being made by the Government of Japan to tackle challenges including the construction of pavilions of overseas countries. He requested continued support and advice from the BIE on preparations for the Expo. Secretary General Kerkentzes stated in relation to the construction of pavilions of overseas countries, “I told the media in Osaka yesterday that the preparations were being made as planned.” He also expressed his commitment to continue supporting Japan’s efforts by saying, “Let us find solutions together.”     
Minister Nishimura and Secretary General Kerkentzes agreed to continue closely cooperating on preparations toward the success of World Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai.

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Division in Charge

International Exhibitions Promotion Office, Commerce and Service Industry Policy Group