Jica chief says
7 July 2026, 00:00 AM
7 July 2026, 02:10 AM
Star Business Report
During a five-day visit to Bangladesh, Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica) President Tanaka Akihiko underscored the strategic importance of the Moheshkhali-Matarbari Integrated Infrastructure Development Initiative.After his trip to the project’s power plant and deep seaport, Tanaka said it would play a pivotal role in strengthening Bangladesh’s energy security and trade connectivity while advancing Japan’s “Updated Free and Open Indo-Pacific” vision.Concluding his visit yesterday, he reiterated Jica’s long-term commitment to Bangladesh’s development, underscoring Japan’s continued support for the country’s flagship infrastructure projects.During his stay, Tanaka held talks with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, during which both sides reaffirmed the strength of bilateral relations and discussed ongoing and future cooperation.The discussions centred on major Japanese-backed projects, including the Dhaka Metro Rail, the expansion of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the Moheshkhali-Matarbari Integrated Infrastructure Development Initiative and the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone.
