MILUPI HAILS ZAMBIA, JAPAN TIES

(ZANIS) Infrastructure and Urban Development Minister, CHARLES MILUPI says government is committed to strengthening bilateral relations between Zambia and Japan.

Mr. MILUPI says Zambia has benefited immensely from Japan in Infrastructure development among others.

He was speaking when Japanese Ambassador to Zambia KAZUYUKI TAKEUCHI called on him at his office.

Mr. MILUPI commended Japan for the technical support and capacity building programme during the construction of the Kazungula Bridge.

And the Japanese envoy said his country is committed to continue working with Zambia in improving infrastructure to better the lives of citizens.

Mr. TAKEUCHI said his country is committed to further diplomatic relations with Zambia and Japan to ensure speedy completion of the Luangwa Bridge despite economic challenges.