Fiji, Oct. 30 -- Japan's Director-General for Trade Policy and Economic Cooperation, Yasuji Komiyama has laid out an ambitious vision for the Pacific, promising that Japan is ready to be a strong partner in the region's economic development.
Japan sees the Pacific as a critical partner for sustainable development and economic growth.
Komiyama highlighted the Pacific's "rich natural resources, diverse cultures, and tremendous economic potential" as drivers for Japan's strengthened focus on the region.
"It is a great honour to deepen our relationship and build our future.
"The Pacific Islands are crucial partners for Japan," he said at the Forum Island Countries and Japan Regional Investment Seminar this week in Suva.
Japan's investment ...