On February 3rd, 2021, Mr. INOUE Shinji, Minister for the World Expo 2025, held an online meeting with H.E. Mr. Pierre-Yves Dermagne, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy and Employment, Kingdom of Belgium. During the meeting, Minister Inoue showed his firm determination to bring about the success of Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 and sought Belgium’s support for, and active participation in, this national event. Minister Dermagne expressed support for the theme of Osaka-Kansai Expo and Belgium’s strong interest in its participation.