During the meeting, Ngoc welcomed Hirosuke’s visit and said relations between Gia Lai and Japan, particularly Sakai City, have progressed positively. He thanked the association for recent support, including assistance in modern ocean-tuna fishing technology, the supply of cherry blossom saplings for Vinh Son Commune to promote tourism, Koi fish breeds, and efforts to attract investment to the province.
Mr. Thai Dai Ngoc outlined Gia Lai’s economic potential, social development priorities, and cultural strengths, as well as the results of previous exchange and cooperation initiatives with Japanese institutions. He said he hoped the two sides would continue expanding collaboration across multiple fields to strengthen long-term friendship.
The provincial leader called for continued support in developing the fisheries sector, including investment in modern fishing-port infrastructure, and requested assistance in training high-quality human resources and connecting Gia Lai with Japanese enterprises seeking investment opportunities.
Mr. Hirosuke praised Gia Lai’s strengths and reaffirmed the association’s commitment to supporting the province. He pledged to help connect local authorities with Japanese businesses, universities, experts and scientists, and to promote models of smart fishing ports to enhance modernization and sustainability in the provincial fisheries sector.