Earlier in the day, he met with President Kh.Battulga, Parliament Speaker M.Enkhbold and Prime Minister J.Erdenebat. The Japanese Speaker is visiting Mongolia at the invitation of Speaker M.Enkhbold.

“Freedom and democratic values bring Japan and Mongolia together”, he told the journalists, stressing that the two countries are close partners. “We agreed to develop the bilateral strategic partnership in a wider scope including in political, economic, foreign relations, cultural and sports spheres”.

Speaker Oshima briefed the Mongolian press on the agenda of his meetings with the President, Parliament Speaker and Prime Minister, informing that he will convey the issues the Mongolian side put forward such as the construction of a carbon chemical complex, management of the new airport in Khushig Valley and construction of a railroad.

He then emphasized that it was his responsibility to develop bilateral parliamentary partnership, and wished the best of success to Mongolian athletes to compete at the 2020 Summer Olympics.

When asked about why he specifically chose Mongolia for a visit, he answered, “I have received invitations several times”. He said that he had decided to visit Mongolia in order to further elevate bilateral relationship. “I am accompanied by three young Members of the House of Representatives, and it demonstrates the priority the House of Representatives gives to Japan-Mongolia ties”. 
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