Japan sees Egypt as the gateway to Africa

Japan sees Egypt as the gateway to Africa, and hopes in turn that Cairo will be the gateway to Tokyo towards Africa, the Spokesperson for the Japanese Foreign Ministry, Ono Hikariko, said.

Relations between Egypt and Japan have been strong throughout history and Japan is working to upgrade it into a truly strategic partnership, she added.

Hikariko sees the Egyptian economy as growing and confirmed her confidence in its capabilities, advising Japanese companies to invest in Egypt.

During the interview, Hikariko assured that her country is concerned about the situation in Sudan, and appreciates Egypt’s role in reducing escalation in Palestine.