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Japanese rice expert overseas paddy experiments near Jalalabad.

United States

The International Community Must Make a Long Term Commitment to the Future of Afghanistan According to JICA President Mrs. Sadako Ogata.

She said this was necessary to ensure that Afghanistan never becomes a ‘forgotten country’ again and she also emphasized the widespread progress already made in that country.

Mrs. Ogata delivered the opening remarks.

Japan

Closer Ties Between Japan and Germany Urged

JICA President says two countries will continue to strengthen their links at a seminar on ‘state building’ in Asia.

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El Salvador

JICA Sends Emergency Supplies to El Salvador Following Devastating Heavy Rains

After landslides and floods caused many deaths and major material damage, JICA is sending emergency supplies to help victims in the Central American state of El Salvador.

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Iraq

On the Ground in Iraq

Major conflict has ended in the Middle East country, but deep wounds remain. JICA is helping reconstruction in such areas as water and power and, in the future will also emphasize agriculture and rural development.

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Laos-Bhutan

JICA Sending Emergency Supplies to Laos and Bhutan to Help Natural Disaster Victims

As vast areas of the Pacific and Asia struggle to recover from earthquakes and typhoons, JICA dispatches supplies to Laos and Bhutan

THE PRESIDENT'S DESK

Sadako Ogata

Japan's foreign assistance to poor countries is more important than ever.

Sadako Ogata

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