On February 15th, 2021, Mr. INOUE Shinji, Minister for the World Expo 2025, held an online meeting with H.E. Mr. Augusto Ernesto Santos Silva, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Portuguese Republic. During the meeting, Minister Inoue showed his firm determination to bring about the success of Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 and sought Portuguese’s support for, and active participation in, this national event. Minister Santos Silva expressed support for the theme of Osaka-Kansai Expo and Portuguese’s strong interest in its participation.