Ambassador of Japan to India Mr. Akitaka Saiki called on the Honourable Chief Minister of the state of Haryana Mr. Bhupinder Singh Hooda on 7 August to exchange views on the state of affairs between Japan and the State of Haryana.

The Ambassador, referring to the amicable relationship which the Japanese business community has traditionally enjoyed with the State of Haryana, thanked the strong support and reassuring message from the state extended to Maruti Suzuki in response to the recent incident of violence in its Manesar plant.

The Ambassador expressed the hope that the state of Haryana will continue to send out a strong message to restore investor confidence particularly of Japanese companies situated in the State of Haryana. The Honourable Chief Minister gave reassurance that the state will strive to meet the expectation of the Japanese community to ensure its well-being and security.