Commemoration of 75th anniversary of battle of Imphal held
CM highlights opportunities of Indo-Japan partnership
Source: IT News / DIPR
Imphal, June 23 2019:
Chief Minister N.Biren Singh said that the Indo-Japan partnership could explore opportunities in Manipur in the areas like road connectivity infrastructure, tourism, trade capacity building and healthcare.
This was stated by him at the Commemoration of Platinum Jubilee of The Battle of Imphal held at the Auditorium of MSFDS, Imphal East today.
Speaking as Chief Guest of the function, Chief Minister said that mechanisms could be institutionalized for collaboration amongst educational and medical institutions in the areas of research, training, exchange programmes, etc.
Chief Minister stated that Manipur is the land gateway to SouthEast Asian countries.
He stated that the State government is actively considering setting-up of a Logistics Park, setting up of Gems and Jewellery Park and a second Food Park in the State.
Integrated Check Post at Moreh has now been commissioned towards boosting border management and trade infrastructure, he added.
On the occasion, Chief Minister mentioned that such commemoration solemnly reminded of the courage and sacrifices of the past.
Human progress and prosperity must be based on the foundation of peace and collaboration, he added.
Addressing the gathering, Ambassador of Japan to India, Kenji Hiramatsu said that there is huge potential in collaboration with the people of the NorthEast India and would like to have an Intellectual Dialogue with the people to see visible changes in the region.
He invited the promising youths to work in Japan under the Technical Intern Training Programme.
Kenji Hiramatsu further mentioned that 24 youths including 6 Manipuris have enjoyed the first hand experience in Japan this year under the Youth Exchange Programme.
He stated that the Japanese government is committed to have a strong relationship with India.
On the occasion, British High Commissioner to India, Dominic Asquith stated that the UK government would work closely with Manipur government to bring economic prosperity in the State.
He mentioned that India, Japan and UK will collectively work together to overcome the challenges of the 21st century.
As UN members, the three countries have common purpose in preserving and strengthening the international system of co-operation.During the function, Chief Minister also released a Souvenir in commemoration of 75th Anniversary of Battle of Imphal.
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