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stability, economic cooperation, and human-to-human interactions. “We’ll do our best to support Bangladesh based on the three pillars,” Kiminori said, reiterating Tokyo’s “strong support” for the reform initiatives undertaken by the Interim Government in different areas.

Prof Yunus thanked the outgoing ambassador for his contribution to improving the Bangladesh-Japan relationship.

Calling for more Japanese investment in Bangladesh, Yunus said, “The presence of Japanese investors in Bangladesh sends a good message for us.”

The Japanese envoy said, “No Japanese company withdrew their business from Bangladesh after the Jully-August mass uprising, and they are willing to stay in Bangladesh.”