On May 25th 2021, Mr. INOUE Shinji, Minister for the World Expo 2025, held an online meeting with H.E. Mr. Franz Fayot, Minister of Economy, Minister of Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Prior to the meeting, Luxembourg has confirmed its participation in the Expo. During the meeting, Minister Inoue conveyed his sincere appreciations for Luxembourg's confirmations to participate and sought Luxembourg's cooperation to bring about the successful Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. Referring to the close relationship between Luxembourg and Japan, Minister Franz Fayot mentioned that Luxembourg decided to participate with the Self-Built Pavilion, and expressed Luxembourg's strong support for the Expo.