Yuichiro made the remarks in a speech at the Egypt-Japan Business Council Forum held on Tuesday in Tokyo, attended by Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli and senior officials from both countries.

He began by commending Egypt’s important role in various sectors.

The minister also praised Egypt’s efforts to enhance cooperation with Japan and Japanese firms, highlighting close collaboration in culture and antiquities, including archaeological exhibitions hosted in Japan.

He concluded by wishing success for Madbouli’s visit, expressing hope it would be fruitful and achieve its goals.