Ambon, Feb. 25 -- The Maluku provincial government and the Japanese Consulate General explored opportunities for cooperation across strategic fields, ranging from investment and education to fisheries, agriculture, and the management of minerals, oil, and gas.

Maluku Deputy Governor Abdullah Vanath said in Ambon on Wednesday that his administration is committed to courting Japanese investment and supporting existing business projects, aiming to deliver tangible benefits to local residents.

"We are committed to seizing this opportunity to create jobs for the people of Maluku," he said.

He noted the education sector as one of the cooperation priorities, endorsing bilateral partnerships involving the University of Pattimura and other high...