date:May 16, 2012
The two agencies will exchange information on Japanese exports and hold regular meetings to discuss specific cooperation measures.
In addition, Japanese food and agricultural exports will be promoted in a series of trade fairs, product magazines, online marketplaces and business-matching activities.
Japan is looking to tap into the Hong Kong market to drive the consumption Japanese food but it also views it as as a gateway to the vast Chinese market. Already strong, 2011 saw Hong Kong import