Gov. Jim Pillen and state leaders are scheduled to embark on a trade mission to Japan on Friday.
The delegation includes representatives from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, Nebraska Department of Economic Development, Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, Union Pacific, and the state’s agriculture and manufacturing industries.
The delegation will promote Nebraska’s agricultural products and business climate.
Meanwhile, Pillen is expected to hold high-level meetings with Japanese governors and defense ministers. He will also speak at the annual U.S. Midwest-Japan Association Conference in Tokyo.
The mission runs from Friday through Tuesday.
AloJapan.com