japanese leaders signed a deal with iran and they have their eye on the resource rich e rannian economy. they are trying to give an edge over rivals in china and the u.s. they signed the deal after japan lived in sanctions over the nuclear program. business representatives joined them at the ceremony. japanese companies that invest in iran will get similar treatment to local firms. they also get protection for the rights and assets. >> translator: iran has great economic potential. we consider iran a very important partner for japan. >> translator: the sanctions were lifted. i am convinced they have a chance to rebuild and develop our bilateral ties. >> he wants japan to get involved in areas including medicine and nuclear safety. iranian leaders had signed deals to boost cooperation with china and countries in europe. >>> executives at troubled electronics maker sharp talked with the head of a taiwanese company about a bailout. managers from sharp and the precision industry agreed to continue talks on the terms of a contract. the meeting with the chairman and ceo took place on friday a