MWE Correspondent
On May 29, 2025, Tanzania’s Prime Minister, Kassim Majaliwa, met with Japan’s Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo.
The meeting focused on deepening the long-standing diplomatic and economic relations between the two nations, with a special emphasis on expanding cooperation for sustainable development.
Prime Minister Majaliwa expressed gratitude for Japan’s continued support through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), a key development partner that has funded and facilitated numerous projects across Tanzania. These initiatives span critical sectors including infrastructure, agriculture, education, and healthcare, which have been vital in advancing Tanzania’s socio-economic development goals under the Big Results Now program.
Prime Minister Ishiba reassured that Japan remains committed to strengthening this bilateral relationship.
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He highlighted Japan’s interest in furthering cooperation in areas such as technology transfer, capacity building, and climate change mitigation. He noted that these efforts would help both countries address global challenges and promote sustainable growth.
This engagement reflects the shared vision of Tanzania and Japan for lasting partnership based on mutual respect and common development goals. Both leaders expressed optimism that their collaboration will continue to create opportunities for investment, innovation, and social progress.
Tanzania’s diplomatic outreach aligns with its strategic goals of attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and promoting regional integration through frameworks such as the East African Community (EAC).
