K. M. Mozibul Hoque Meets Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso at Japan’s National Diet

Tokyo, 30 October 2026: K. M. Mozibul Hoque, Chairman of Shah Group, TAS Aviation Group 

and Baka Holdings Limited, had a warm and cordial reunion with His Excellency Taro Aso, 

former Prime Minister of Japan, Vice President of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), 

and a long serving Member of Japan’s House of Representatives for 15 terms.

The meeting took place at Mr. Aso’s office in the National Diet (Parliament) of Japan, following 

nearly two decades. Mr. Hoque expressed his delight at meeting Mr. Aso again, whom he has 

known for more than 30 years through their shared involvement in Junior Chamber International 

(JCI). He has long regarded Mr. Aso as an inspiring leader and a role model for younger 

generations.

During their cordial discussion, they exchanged personal greetings and discussed matters of 

mutual interest, including strengthening Bangladesh–Japan relations.

Mr. Hoque also extended an invitation to Mr. Aso to visit Bangladesh in the coming years as the 

keynote speaker at the convocation of the University of Asia Pacific, where Mr. Hoque serves as 

Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

He further requested an exclusive interview with Mr. Aso for Diplomatic Journal. Mr. Aso 

kindly expressed his in-principle agreement, subject to his availability and schedule.