SANA'A, July 22 (Saba)- Deputy Premier and Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Abdul-Karim al-Arhabi highlighted on Sunday the Japanese support for development process in Yemen.

During his meeting with the Japanese ambassador to Sana'a Masakazu Toshikage, al-Arhabi pointed out to the important contributions of Japan to different sectors of development in Yemen country, especially agriculture and vocational training.

The Japanese diplomat affirmed readiness of his country to present all required support to improve efforts of the Yemeni government to carry out the third five-year plan.

He also voiced concern of Japan to strengthen present and future cooperation ties with Yemen.

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