Africa-Press – Eswatini. Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini today held a high-level meeting with Mr. Shinya Ishizuka, Chief Executive Officer of ITOCHU Corporation Africa Bloc, and Mr. Alex Young, Group Strategy Officer of Japan-based Texray Industrial Co., Ltd.
The meeting focused on identifying strategic investment opportunities in key sectors of Eswatini’s economy. ITOCHU Corporation, one of Japan’s foremost general trading and investment firms with a presence in 61 countries, expressed interest in exploring investment potential in energy and chemicals, mining, ICT, and agriculture. Discussions paid particular attention to the mass production of sesame and coffee for export, which could significantly boost Eswatini’s agri-based export earnings.
The PM assured the delegation of Eswatini’s unwavering commitment to supporting high-quality investments and creating a conducive environment for international partnerships. “Eswatini is ready to welcome ITOCHU as a valued partner and second home in Africa,” he said, emphasizing the country’s openness and readiness to facilitate smooth operations for international investors.
PM also reflected on his recent visit to Japan, where he met with H.E. Shigeru Ishiba, who pledged to help connect Eswatini with reputable Japanese investors. During that visit, an invitation was also extended to His Majesty King Mswati III to attend the upcoming 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in August, a platform expected to attract global attention to African investment opportunities.
This engagement signals a growing momentum in Eswatini’s international economic diplomacy and showcases the country’s vision to attract transformative investment that will benefit its people and economy.
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