Japan Aims to Amplify Its Influence in Africa at Yokohama Summit
Japan's Renewed Vision for Africa: A Strategic Encounter at Yokohama Summit
YOKOHAMA, Japan — As the sun rose over Yokohama, a city known for its harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, a global dialogue unfolded that could reshape Africa's future. The heartbeat of this conversation was the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), where Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba welcomed leaders from nearly 50 African nations. The message was clear: Japan is determined to strengthen its economic and…