Outgoing Japanese ambassador bids 'sayonara', commends Malaysia's progress, stronger ties

KUALA LUMPUR: Japan’s Ambassador to Malaysia, Katsuhiko Takahashi, expressed confidence in Malaysia’s journey towards becoming a high-income, developed nation and highlighted key areas where Japan’s experience could help Malaysia in managing the accompanying challenges.

Takahashi emphasised the importance of early investments in healthcare, social security, and disaster resilience, citing Japan’s strategies in areas like aging population management and disaster preparedness as potential models.