Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Iwama Kiminori on Saturday said that preparations are underway for the next phase of discussions concerning enhanced connectivity between India, Bangladesh, and Japan.
"This trilateral interaction, spearheaded by India, marks a significant step forward in bolstering regional ties and exploring avenues for increased connectivity in the border areas and northeastern region of India," Ambassador Iwama Kiminori shared this update during a Roundtable discussion titled 'Materialising Japan-Bangladesh Strategic Partnership: Diplomatic, Economic and People-to-People Relations.'
The event, hosted by The Pan-Asia Research Institute (PARI), a reputable Japan-based think tank, took place at the Japan Embassy in Dhaka on Saturday.
Notably, the groundwork for this initiative was laid earlier in May this year when Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen underscored the potential of a trilateral partnership involving Bangladesh, India, and Japan.
This partnership aims to leverage Bangladesh's strategic geographical location to foster collaboration in investment, market development, and, crucially, improved connectivity.
The growing economy of India and Japan's substantial capital surplus are expected to play pivotal roles in driving this endeavor forward.