Jamal Shah says Pakistan and Japan relations are excellent adding these relations will further be strengthened even in the days to come

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Islamabad: To celebrate the 64th Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito, the Ambassador of Japan WADA Mitsuhiro hosted a reception at a local hotel in Islamabad. 

Jamal Shah, the Caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, was the chief guest on the occasion. The reception was attended by Ministers, Parliamentarians, senior government officials, members of the diplomatic community and other dignitaries from the public and private sector.

Ambassador WADA together with the distinguished guests cut a cake to mark the His Majesty the Emperor’s Birthday, which is on February 23rd.

Since his accession to the throne on 1st May 2019 as the 126th Emperor of Japan, His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito stands as the symbol of Japan and the unity of the people.  His Majesty and the Imperial Family also facilitate the good relations with foreign countries including Pakistan.

While welcoming the guests on the occasion, Ambassador WADA conveyed his gratitude to the Government and the people of Pakistan for sending their best wishes on the 64th birthday celebration of His Majesty the Emperor. Expressing his appreciation for the long-standing friendly relations between Japan and Pakistan, the Ambassador lauded the contributions of all the people  who have helped to  further strengthen our mutual ties in individual, business or official capacity.

Jamal Shah in his speech thanked the ambassador for inviting him as the chief guest. The minister further said that Pakistan and Japan relations are excellent adding these relations will further be strengthened even in the days to come.

He also dilated upon various cultural linkages between Pakistan and Japan and hoped to have intense cooperation in the cultural field as well.