Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida announces multi billion dollar initiative to promote development in Mekong region

Q.  Japanese FM Fumio Kishida has announced a million dollar initiative to promote development in Mekong region. Which countries does this region comprise of?
- Published on 03 May 16

a. Vietnam and Thailand
b. Laos
c. Philippines
d. Both a and b

ANSWER: Both a and b
 
The Mekong region comprises Vietnam, Thailand and Laos. The importance of South east Asian economic prosperity was also affirmed to Japan. Around 750 billion yen was pledged in funding during the coming years for promoting growth and development in the region.

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