ZAMBIA’S Ambassador to Japan Tobias Mulimbika has pledged to work at creating opportunities for trade and investment between Zambia and Japan.
Dr Mulimbika said following his appointment as Zambia’s Ambassador to Japan he would strengthen bilateral relations between the countries by creating opportunities for trade and investment.
He said economic diplomacy is key in strengthening bilateral relations between Zambia and Japan.
This is in a statement released by First Secretary Press and Public Relations at Embassy of Zambia to Japan, Faith Chilube after Dr Mulimbika presented his letters of credence to Emperor of Japan Hironomiya Naruhito.
“Economic diplomacy is key to strengthening bilateral relations between Zambia and Japan, as well as creating opportunities for joint trade and investment. I work tirelessly to promote bilateral relations and explore new areas of cooperation,”said Dr Mulimbika.
He commended the Japanese Government for the support rendered to Zambia through Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in various sectors of the economy.
Dr Mulimbika also emphasised that President Hakainde Hichilema is keen to foster relations between Zambia and Japan for mutual benefit.
Emperor Naruhito congratulated Dr Mulimbika on his appointment as Zambia’s Ambassador to Japan and wished him well during his tour of duty.
He said the two countries have continued to work together through JICA in improving infrastructure on the Copperbelt Province and strengthening Zambia’s healthcare delivery.
Emperor Naruhito also noted that his parents once visited Zambia and shared fond memories of the country.
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