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Courtesy Call on Parliamentary Vice-Minister OZORA by Japanese American Young Leaders under the KAKEHASHI Project
On November 2, commencing at 10:00 a.m. for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. OZORA Koki, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, received a courtesy call from a delegation of Japanese American young leaders visiting Japan under the KAKEHASHI Project, one of Japan's Friendship Ties Programs.
- At the outset, Parliamentary Vice-Minister OZORA welcomed the delegation and emphasized the significance of the Japan-U.S. Alliance. He also noted that the close exchanges between the Japanese American community and Japan constitute an important part of the bonds between Japan and the United States that underpin the Japan-U.S. Alliance, and expressed his hope that the delegation would contribute to the further development of the Japan-U.S. relationship.
- The delegation expressed its gratitude for the invitation to Japan and shared their experience during the visit to Japan. They also exchanged the views with the Parliamentary Vice-Minister about strengthening next-generation Japan-U.S. partnerships and the role of the Japanese American community as a bridge between the two countries.
(Reference) KAKEHASHI Project
The purpose of KAKEHASHI Project is to increase the interest in and understanding of Japan among outstanding young leaders in the North American region. By having them engage in activities that make the most of their visit experience, it aims to expand an interest in, understanding of, and support for Japan. The project promotes participants' understanding of Japan's politics, economy, society, culture, history, and foreign policy in accordance with their areas of expertise and interest, and enhances their external communication about Japan.