ST GEORGE’S, Grenada, Apr. 17, CMC – Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall who is leading Grenada’s delegation to EXPO 2025 in meeting with his Japanese counterpart Iwaya Takeshi, says cooperation regarding water sector was one of the main topics discussed.
“Regarding cooperation in the water sector, Iwaya stated that Japan plans to invite trainee from Grenada and provide training programs in Japan aimed at capacity-building in relation to the water security of small island states. He also referred to the progress in various efforts toward the development of people-to-people exchanges,” said the release.
Andall also expressed his appreciation for Japan’s cooperation based on the three pillars of Japan’s CARICOM Policy, and his expectation for further cooperation, including capacity building in the health among others, and revitalization of people-to-people exchanges.
“The two ministers also exchanged views on regional and international situations, such as North Korea including its abduction issue, and concurred in advancing further cooperation in the international arena, following last December’s Japan-CARICOM Ministerial Joint Statement, which stated that unilateral attempts to change the status quo by force or coercion are unacceptable.”
Furthermore, the two Ministers agreed to deepen cooperation as true friends on the occasion of this 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
Thursday, April 17 is the exact the date of the 50th anniversary. Japan is of the view that Grenada’s participation in the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, is a sign of friendship between the two countries.
Grenada is participating in the 184-day EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, Japan under the sub theme “Empowering Lives.” It opened in Japan on Sunday, April 13, under the general theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.”
A news release from the Government Information Service said that it offers the perfect global stage for Grenada to invite new partnerships, inspire collaboration, and solidify its role in shaping a healthier, more prosperous future.
Grenada is one of 158 countries participating in the Japan Expo, which expects as many as 28 million visitors, both domestic and international.
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