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Parliamentary Vice-Minister Ishii Holds a Meeting with H.E. Mr. Sassou-N’Guesso, Minister of International Cooperation and Promotion of Public/Private Partnership of the Republic of Congo

October 13, 2023

On Wednesday, October 11, Mr. Ishii Taku, Parliamentary Vice-Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry held a meeting with H.E. Mr. Denis Christel Sassou N’Guesso, Minister of International Cooperation and Promotion of Public/Private Partnership of the Republic of Congo.

During the meeting, Parliamentary Vice-Minister Ishii described Japan and METI's support measures for Africa and the status of the discharge of ALPS treated water into the sea. Minister Sassou-N’Guesso explained the national development plan and expressed hope for investment from Japanese companies. The two sides also exchanged views on the revitalization of business in Africa, and confirmed the importance of Japan strengthening economic ties with Africa, including the Republic of Congo.

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