The Japanese government will launch a strategic partnership framework with the Mercosur Trade Group as early as Saturday to discuss strengthening economic ties. Sources revealed that the Japanese government plans to hold its first meeting under this framework early next year. After many talks with the South American trade group composed of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, Tokyo plans to launch a joint study on economic partnership agreements. The topics expected to be discussed include enhanced trade and investment, as well as cooperation in areas of economic security, such as the supply of important minerals and the promotion of renewable energy.

The Japanese government will launch a strategic partnership framework with the Mercosur Trade Group as early as Saturday to discuss strengthening economic ties. Sources revealed that the Japanese government plans to hold its first meeting under this framework early next year. After many talks with the South American trade group composed of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, Tokyo plans to launch a joint study on economic partnership agreements. The topics expected to be discussed include enhanced trade and investment, as well as cooperation in areas of economic security, such as the supply of important minerals and the promotion of renewable energy.