Japanese envoy calls on Administrator Karachi.

KARACHI -- Japanese Acting Consul General Ashida Katsunori called on Administrator Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab in his office here on Thursday and discussed issues of mutual interest.

Speaking on the occasion, the Administrator said that Japan is our friend and have good relations with Pakistan, said a statement.

He said that Japan has developed itself in the field of science and technology within a short span of time.

"Japan can assist Pakistan in various fields with regard to modern technology," Barrister Murtaza Wahab said.

During the meeting, the Acting Consul General of Japan said that the Japanese nation considers Pakistanis as its true friend and wants lasting relations with Pakistan.

He said that the process of construction and development of Karachi is welcoming and expressed hope that this city will develop further in future.

Barrister Murtaza Wahab appreciated the financial and technical assistance provided by the Government of Japan and other Japanese institutions in various projects in Sindh province especially in Karachi.

He expressed hope that this cooperation would continue in future also. He said that work is underway on various projects to improve the urban infrastructure in Karachi.

"Rehabilitation, construction and repair work of roads and bridges are being carried out on priority basis. Basic amenities are being provided in industrial areas," he added

The Administrator said that the city...