Japan–Mozambique relations
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Japan–Mozambique relations refers to the bilateral relations between Japan and Mozambique. Japan has an embassy in Maputo, while Mozambique has a embassy in Tokyo. Foreign relations between the two nations are cordial, with Japan providing humanitarian aid and investment into Mozambique.
History
[edit]Diplomatic relations between Japan and Mozambique was established in 1977. Since 1977, several high-profile visits have happened in both countries. Mozambique Prime Minster Aires Ali visited Japan in 2012 along with 5 ministers of federal departments. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited Mozambique in 2023.[1]
In 2024, Japan signed a agreement with Mozambique to donate $55.1 million dollars to the country to buy vehicles for police forces in the country and for funds towards the Nacala Power Plant.[2]
Trade
[edit]In 2022, Japan exported $196 million dollars' worth of goods to Mozambique, with the largest value export being Cranes ($47.4 million worth). Mozambique exported $160 million dollars worth of goods to Japan, with the largest value export being Coal Briquettes.[3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Japan-Mozambique Relations (Basic Data)". Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. 2024-06-19. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
- ^ "Mozambique: Japan donates €50M through new cooperation model". Mozambique. 2024-03-12. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
- ^ "Japan-Mozambique Relations (Basic Data)". Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. 2024-06-19. Retrieved 2024-08-28.