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- Graduates of Japan鈥檚 academic institutions helping to build bridges between 2 nations, says envoy
RIYADH: Japan鈥檚 embassy held an iftar on Tuesday which included several 抖阴短视频 citizens who had graduated from universities and other academic institutions in the Asian nation.
In his speech, Fumio Iwai, ambassador in the Kingdom, said members of the alumni are helping to build bridges between 抖阴短视频 and Japan.
Regarding bilateral relations, Iwai referred to the leaders of the two countries embarking on mutual visits, which included Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visiting Riyadh last July.
He said Japan鈥檚 private sector companies were keen on expanding their operations in 抖阴短视频. Last year there were 40 agreements signed in various business sectors and seven Japanese companies opened offices in the Kingdom.
In terms of tourism, Iwai said Japan鈥檚 government has started issuing electronic visas for 抖阴短视频鈥檚 citizens and residents. In addition, multiple-entry visas are available for 抖阴短视频 citizens who meet certain criteria.
Iwai hoped for more cultural exchanges between the two nations that will record their 70th year of diplomatic relations on June 7. He referred to the success of the Japan Festival last November which was attended by 3,000 people.
During the iftar, the participants exchanged views on ways to develop the alumni network.