The Japanese government is running a program to help local communities promote exchanges with foreign countries that are set to participate in the upcoming Osaka Expo.
A total of 146 exchange plans by 92 local governments — 17 prefectures and 75 municipalities — have so far been registered for the central government program.
The local governments expect that their plans will boost youth exchanges, accelerate overseas expansion and promote tourism.
With your current subscription plan you can comment on stories. However, before writing your first comment, please create a display name in the Profile section of your subscriber account page.