Ambassador meets Chairperson, Research Committee
on Foreign Affairs & National Security of Japan
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar met Dr. Kuniko
Inoguchi, Chairperson, Research Committee onForeign Affairs and National Security of Japan. Issuesof mutual interest especially related to disarmament
and the history and culture of Pakistan and Japan
were discussed. (04-Oct-2023)

Ambassador addresses International Symposium
Commemorating the 10th Anniversary of Belt & Road
Initiative
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar addressed theInternational Symposium Commemorating the 10thAnniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative in Tokyo
today. Speaking at the event he stated that CPEC
which is a project of economic cooperation can help
unlock the true potential of Pakistan’s location andbenefit tmore than a billion people. (13-Oct-2023)

Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar participated as Guestof Honour in the Welcome Reception of Japanese
Language Programme
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar participated as Guestof Honour in the Welcome Reception of Japanese
Language Programme for diplomats and public
officials hosted by Japanese Ministry of Foreign
Affairs. Ambassador Tarar urged the participants tomake good use of the opportunity to learn Japaneseand also study the history, economy and culture ofJapan. (20-Oct-2023)

Kashmir Black Day was observed at Embassy of Pakistan, TokyoAn event was organized by Embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo to observe 27th Octoberas Kashmir Black Day. Pakistani community members, Kashmiri Diaspora as
well as Japanese media persons attended. Messages of the President, Prime
Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, which emphasized on support andsolidarity with Kashmiri people for realization of their legitimate right to selfdetermination were read out. Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar highlighted thecontinuous atrocities being committed by Indian occupation forces in Indian
Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and expressed Pakistan’s full
support for the Kashmir cause. ( 27-Oct-2023)

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President Japan-Pakistan Association calledon Ambassador
Mr Shun Imaizumi, President JapanPakistan Association called on Ambassador
Raza Bashir Tarar today. Issues of interest
including Indian Illegally Occupied jammuand Kashmir were discussed in detail.
Upcoming events and further collaboration
were also discussed. (06-Nov-2023)

Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar had adetailed meets Secretary General of AsianProductivity Organization

Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar had a detailed
meeting today with Secretary General ofAsian Productivity Organization Dr. IndraPradana Singawinata. Future plans ofcollaboration and other issues related to
productivity in Pakistan were discussed.
Both sides agreed to continue to meetfurther. (07-Nov-2023)

Ambassador attends Symposium
organized by Pak-Japan Association
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar attendeda Symposium organized by PakistanJapan Association. Speaking at theevent Ambassador highlighted theeconomic opportunities in Pakistanincluding through SIFC and potential
export of manpower to Japan. The
tourism potential of Pakistan was also
highlighted. A detailed, interactive Q/Asession followed the keynote speech.
(11-Nov-2023)
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Ambassador interview with The Azabu
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar wasinterviewed by a Tokyo based magazine
today. A broad range of topics regarding
Pakistan Japan relations were discussed.
(15-Nov-2023)

Ambassador watched Urdu play “Aashina” staged & performed by Students ofTokyo University of Foreign Studies
Students of Tokyo University of Foreign Studies staged a performance of an Urdu
play “Aashiana”. Speaking on the occasion Ambassador Raza Bashir Tararcommended the students for their Urdu proficiency and acting abilities. He also
thanked the faculty members including Prof Mamaya Kensako, Prof. Masato Toriya
and Prof. Aamir Ali Khan. (26-Nov-2023)

Ambassador meets Japan’s Consul
General-designate for Karachi
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar received
Japan’s Consul General-designate for
Karachi Mr. Hattori Masaru today. There
was a wide ranging discussion covering
different aspects of Pakistan-Japanrelations. Ambassador assured Consul
General-designateofallpossible
cooperation. (04-Dec-2023)
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Ambassador meets Suzuki Motor Corporation
Delegation
Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar met a high level
delegation from Suzuki Motor Corporation.
While highlighting importance of energy
efficient mobility solutions, he emphasized thevalue & need for providing affordable vehicles
including 2&3 wheelers to middle income &young people. (27-Oct-2023)
Two Japanese climbers recently completed thefirst ascent of the north face of Tirichmir(Chitral).
Japanese climbers Mr. Hiraide and Mr. Nakajima
recently completed the first ascent of the northface of Tirichmir (Chitral). They shared theirexperiences with a packed audience in Tokyo,
underscoring the growing interest of Japanesecitizens in Pakistani tourism.“ (12-Dec-2023)

In a farewell meeting, Ambassador
congrats Pakistani scholars from publicsector on graduating

In a farewell meeting arranged in theEmbassy for Pakistani scholars frompublic sector, Ambassador Raza Bashir
Tarar congratulated them on graduating
successfully.
Hehighlighted
theimportance of utility of the knowledge
and skills acquired after returning toPakistan. He appreciated the efforts ofJapan International Cooperation Center(JICE)
inproviding
scholarship
opportunities for Pakistani publicservants.

5Gandhara Seminar Connects Pakistan and Japan Through History, Culture,and Tourism
An group of Buddhism professors, monks, business leaders, travel agents, andmedia figures gathered today at the Embassy of Pakistan for a Gandhara
Seminar. The event, hosted by the Embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo, aimed tohighlight and strengthen the cultural and economic ties between Pakistan andJapan.
In his remarks, Ambassador Tarar emphasized the enduring friendshipbetween the two nations that transcends geographical proximity. He touched
upon the countries' fruitful collaboration covering trade, technology, academia,
tourism, and more.
The Ambassador also spotlighted Pakistan's treasured Gandhara civilization,
which thrived for over a millennium in the region that now comprises
northern Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan. This seminal Buddhist center wasinstrumental in disseminating Buddhist art, architecture and beliefs acrossCentral and East Asia. Remnants of this influential civilization, including
thousands of artifacts, archaeological sites, and iconic Buddha statues craftedin Greco-Buddhist style, continue to attract visitors and researchers ofBuddhist heritage.
Ambassador Tarar invited the Japanese guests to explore Pakistan’s richcultural landscape, hidden gems, and legendary hospitality for themselves. He
closed by reinforcing the shared values of craftsmanship, tradition andintercultural appreciation that form a solid bedrock for stronger PakistanJapan ties moving forward.
The seminar offered attendees an impactful glimpse into Pakistan’s enduring
Buddhist history and its intersection with present-day Pakistan-Japan
collaboration. It served as a starting point for further cultural and economic
exchange between the longstanding partners. (07-Dec-2023)

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Ambassador attends dinner hosted by Rotary Club of JapanThe Rotary Club of Japan hosted a grand dinner at Bulgari Hotel Tokyo,
honoring Ambassador Raza Bashir Tarar and spotlighting collaborative
projects for polio eradication and water supply in Pakistan. The event
reinforced the shared commitment to global health and sustainable
development, fostering stronger ties between the Embassy of Pakistan and theRotary Club. (24-Dec-2023)

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