On September 20th, Ambassador Sunaga paid a courtesy call on Staff Bir. Abdulaziz Saleh Al-Sulaiti, Head of International Military Cooperation Authority at the Base Al-Udeid. Ambassador Sunaga expressed his appreciation to the role of Qatari Military Force in the current situation of Afghanistan, and had a meaningful discussion on potential cooperation between Japan and Qatar in the field of defence.
| Ambassador Sunaga handing a commemorative plaque to Staff Bir. Abdulaziz |
The Ambassador of Japan to the State of Qatar, Mr.Kazuo Sunaga, paid a courtesy visit to Minister of Culture and Sports His Excellency Saleh bin Ghanem Al Ali on July 27, 2021.The two officials discussed the friendly relationship and bilateral cooperation on culture and sports between the two countries, which celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Qatar in this year 2021.
| Ambassador Sunaga (left) and Minister of Culture and Sports His Excellency Saleh bin Ghanem Al Ali (right) |
Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga hosted a press conference to celebrate the 61th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor. His Majesty was born on the 23rd of February 1960. Reporters of major newspapers in Qatar attended the press conference. During the press conference, Ambassador Sunaga congratulated His Majesty the Emperor of Japan on his birthday and noted that this year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Qatar, and explained the friendly bilateral relations between the two countries, including economic and educational exchanges, as well as the Osaka International Expo 2025. Mr. Toyoji Fukawa, Ambassador’s chef prepared a traditional Japanese lunch box with a variety of exquisite authentic dishes. The bento box received great feedback from the attending local press, as it takes Halal and local food culture into consideration.
| Ambassador Sunaga addressing his remarks |
Ambassador Sunaga, Counselor Mr. Yamamoto, Embassy Clark and all guests |
| Guests tasting Japanese cuisine |
Grilled salmon(upper left), fried chicken(upper right), yukari rice(lower left), meat and potatoes(upper right) |
On February 10, 2021, Ambassador Sunaga met Maj. Gen. Dr Abdullah Yusuf al-Mal, adviser to H.E. the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Follow-up Committee for the Implementation of the Global Programme of the Doha Declaration issued at the 13th UN Crime Congress, to discuss over the preparations for the 14th UN Crime Congress, which Japan will host in 2021.
| Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga (left) and Maj. Gen. Dr Abdullah Yusuf al-Mal (right) |
On November 25, Ambassador Sunaga held a reception at Ambassador’s residence, inviting former Minister of Energy and Industry, H.E. Dr. Mohammed bin Saleh Al Sada, who was honored as a recipient of the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun on the occasion of 2020 Autumn Conforment of Decoration. H.E. Dr. Al Sada contributed to the supply of energy to Japan from 2011 to 2018 and the strengthening of relations between Japan and Qatar in his tenure as Minister of Energy and Industry. Especially when the nuclear power plant was shut down during the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, he contributed to supply an additional 4 million tons of LNG. In addition, he was involved in humanitarian assistance for recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake as the chairman of the Qatar side of the Japan-Qatar Joint Economic Committee. Japanese companies in the energy field also participated in the celebration and exchanged opinions on the future development of the energy field in Japan and Qatar.
| Ambassador Sunaga (right), H.E. Dr. Al Sada (center), and Ambassador’s wife (left) |
Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Japan HE Mr. Hassan Bin Mohammed Rafei Al-Emadi on October 5. The two officials reviewed the bilateral cooperation and exchanged views of Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic and FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
| Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga (Right) and HE Mr. Hassan Bin Mohammed Rafei Al-Emadi (Left) |
Minister of Transport and Communications HE Jassim Saif Al-Sulaiti met with Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga, in Ministry offices on September 28, 2020. The two officials reviewed cooperation relations between the two friendly countries in the fields of transportation and communications and means of further developing them.
| Ambassador Sunaga (left) and Minister of Transport and Communications HE Jassim Saif Ahmed Al Sulaiti (right) |
Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga hosted a reception to celebrate the 60th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor. His Majesty was born on the 23rd of Febrary 1960. The Minister of Transport and Communications, H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al Sulaiti, Undersecretary of Education and Higher Education, H.E. Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh bin Khalifa Al-Nuaimi, Chief of the Protocol of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H. E. Mr. Ibrahim Fakhro, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, H.E. Ambassador Ali Ibrahim Ahmed and approximately 340 people participated in the celebration. In his remarks, Ambassador Sunaga expressed thanks to H.H The Amir Sheikh Tamim for visiting Japan twice in 2019. He also talked about Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics in 2020 as well as the bilateral relationships between Japan and the State of Qatar.
| Ambassador Sunaga and Mrs. welcoming guests |
Ambassador Sunaga delivering his remarks |
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| Qatari and Japanese flag Cake-Cutting Ceremony |
Demonstrated Rice balls making with Japanese Rice |
Ambassador and Mrs. Sunaga hosted a reception at his residence, inviting the Japanese community in Qatar to celebrate the New Year 2020. In Ambassador’s address, he wishes for their good health and success in the Year 2020. He also underlined Japan’s contribution to Qatar in various fields. More than 120 guests attended the reception and enjoyed the traditional Japanese New Year dishes such as sweetened black bean (Kuromame) and sweet chestnut paste (Kuri kinton).
| Ambassador Sunaga addressing his remarks |
Guests tasting Japanese cuisine |
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| Special New Year Japanese cuisine; Chestnut paste (Kuri Kinton) |
Charge’d Affairs Daisuke Yamamoto attended the signing ceremony at Ministry of Trade and Energy Affairs for the memorandum of understanding between Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS), Qatar Electric Power and Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA), and Qatar Power & Water Company (QEWC). This aims to support the training of electric power engineers in Qatar and to implement education and training programs based on an internship system that invite Qatar engineers in Japan.
| Group Photo: Charge’d Affairs Daisuke Yamamoto (2nd from right), Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi; Ministry of State for Energy Affairs (center), Ken Kawai; MHPS President and CEO (3rd from left), Essa Bin Hilal Al Kuwari; KAHRAMAA President (3rd from right), Fahad Hamad Al-Mohannadi; QEWC General Manager & Managing Director (2nd from right) |
The Ambassador of Japan to the State of Qatar, His Excellency Kazuo Sunaga, paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, at the Emiri Diwan in order to introduce himself as new Ambassador of Japan. Their Excellences also discussed about the bilateral relationships.
| His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior (right) and the Ambassador of Japan, Kazuo Sunaga (left). |
On September 29, Qatar Leadership Centre (QLC) held an orientation meeting for the participants of the “Rising Leaders Program” prior to their visit to Japan. The orientation was attended by Kazuo Sunaga, Ambassador of Japan, Dr. Ali Jassim Alkubaisi (Acting Managing Director of QLC), Mr. Katsunari Otani (General Manager of the Doha Liaison Office ITOCHU Corporation) and the 45 participants in this program. QLC is chaired by His Excellency Sheikha Al-Mayassa bin Hamad Al-Thani and aims to educate the young leaders who will lead Qatar in the future. In the meeting prior to the orientation, Ambassador Sunaga and Dr. Alkubaisi reviewed the importance of the networking within the young leaders of both Japan and Qatar for the future contribution for mutual understanding between the two countries.
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| Ambassador Sunaga and Dr. Alkubaisi |
Ambassador delivering a speech |
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| Ambassador Sunaga, Dr. Alkubaisi, Mr. Otani, and the participants of the program |
The Ambassador of Japan to the State of Qatar, His Excellency Kazuo Sunaga, presented His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, Deputy Emir of the State of Qatar with his predecessor's Letter of Recall and his own Letter of Credence at the Emiri Diwan. On the previous day, the Ambassador submitted the copies of his predecessor's Letter of Recall and his own Letter of Credence to His Excellency Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. . The Ambassador was accompanied by Madame Sunaga and senior staff of the Embassy.
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| The Ambassador Kazuo Sunaga presenting his Credentials to H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani |
His Excellency Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi(left) and the Ambassador (right) |
Ambassador Seiichi Otsuka hosted a reception to celebrate the 85th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor. His Majesty was born on the 23rd of December 1933. The Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, H E Dr. Issa bin Saad Al Jafali Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H. E. Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi, Chief of the Protocol of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H. E. Mr. Ibrahim Fakhro, Deputy Dean of the Diplomatic Corp, the Ambassador of Palestine to Qatar, H.E. Mr. Mounir Abdallah Gannam and approximately 340 people participated in the celebration. Japanese delicacies such as rice ball which is made of Japanese rice, Sake and Japanese whisky were provided. In his remarks, Ambassador Otsuka talked about His Majesty the Emperor's anticipated abdication in 2019, regional situations as well as the bilateral relationships between Japan and the State of Qatar.
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| Ambassador Seiichi Otsuka and Mrs. welcoming the guests |
Ambassador Otsuka delivering his remarks |
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| Qatari and Japanese flag Cake-Cutting Ceremony |
Rice balls prepared by rice from Japan |
Ambassador and Mrs. Otsuka hosted a reception at his residence, inviting the Japanese community in Qatar to celebrate the New Year 2018, wishing for their good health and introduced achievements by Japanese people. In his address, he underlined Japan’s contribution to Qatar in various fields. More than 160 guests attended the reception and enjoyed the traditional Japanese New Year dishes and its atmosphere.
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| Ambassador and Mrs. Otsuka, Counselor and Mrs. Yamamoto welcoming the guests |
Ambassador Otsuka delivering his remarks |
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| Tasting Japanese cuisine |
Many Japanese residents gathered at the reception |
Embassy of Japan in the State of Qatar and voluntary members of Japanese Community participated in the Qatar National Day Parade on December 16 upon the request by the government of Qatar among other nations. Some participants wearing kimono were highlighted in local TV with Japanese flag.
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| Parading members of Japanese Community and Embassy |
Ambassador Seiichi Otsuka hosted the 84th birthday reception of His Majesty the Emperor, who was born on the 23rd of December. His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Bin Saleh Al Sada, Minister of Energy and Industry, His Excellency Ambassador Ibrahim Fakhroo, Director of the Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and approximately 270 people participated in the reception. The distinguished guests have appreciated the delicacy of an assorted array of Japanese food such as “Sushi”, “Tempura” and “Yakitori”. At the counters where the quality rice from Japan and Japanese sake were served, many guests enjoyed the taste of Sake and the rice balls. In his remarks, Ambassador Otsuka talked about His Majesty the Emperor’s activities, Japanese economy, International and regional situations as well as the bilateral relationships in Arabic.
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| Ambassador and Mrs. Otsuka welcoming the guests |
Qatari and Japanese flag Cake-Cutting Ceremony |
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| Ambassador Otsuka delivering his remarks |
National anthem by acappella |
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| Tasting Japanese cuisine |
Rice balls prepared by rice from Hokkaido |
On October 17, Ambassador Otsuka gave a presentation for the junior diplomats at “the Diplomatic Institute” of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Qatar. Questionnaires asked by participants reflect high level of interest on Japan and bilateral relationship between the two countries.
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| Ambassador Seiichi delivering his presentation |
Junior diplomats asking questions to Ambassador Otsuka |
On October 5, Qatar Leadership Centre (QLC) held an orientation meeting for the participants of the “Rising Leaders Program” prior to their visit to Japan. Participants of the meeting were Ambassador of Japan, Seiichi Otsuka, Dr. Mohammad Najdawi, Program Director of QLC, Mr. Shoji Kiuchi, General Manager of Itochu Doha Liaison Office and participants of this program scheduled to visit Japan. Ambassador Otsuka encouraged the participants and said that he hoped their visit to Japan would be an invaluable experience.
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| Ambassador Otsuka delivering a speech |
Ambassador Seiichi Otsuka, Dr. Mohammad Najdawi, Program Director of QLC, Mr. Shoji Kiuchi, General Manager of Itochu Doha Liaison Office and Rising leaders program participants |
Ambassador Otsuka visited Qatar University and met with Dr. Hasssan Al Derham, the President of Qatar University. During the meeting, they discussed ways to further enhance cooperation in educational field including Japanese language program.
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| Ambassador Otsuka (center) and Dr. Hassan Rashid Al-Derham(second from the right) |
Ambassador Otsuka met with His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Saad Al Buainain, Director-General of Qatar News Agency (QNA). Talks touched upon cooperation in media and other fields between the two countries.
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| His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Saad Al Buainain(left) and Ambassador Otsuka (right) |
Logo of Qatar News Agency |
Ambassador and Mrs. Otsuka hosted a reception at his residence, inviting the Japanese community in Qatar to celebrate the New Year 2017, wishing for their good health and introduced achievements by Japanese people. In his address, he underlined Japan’s contribution to Qatar in various fields. More than 160 guests attended the reception and enjoyed the traditional Japanese New Year dishes and its atmosphere.
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| Ambassador and Mrs. Otsuka welcoming the guests at entrance |
Welcome speech by Ambassador Otsuka |
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| Japanese traditional dishes to celebrate New Year |
Japanese traditional dishes to celebrate New Year |
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| Many Japanese residents gathered at the reception |
December 13, 2016 Emperor’s Birthday Reception
Ambassador Seiichi Otsuka hosted a reception at Ambassador’s Residence, to celebrate the 83rd birthday of His Majesty the Emperor, who was born on the 23rd of December. His Excellency Dr. Mohammad Bin Saleh Al Sada, Minister of Energy and Industry, His Excellency Ambassador Ibrahim Fakhroo, Director of the Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and approximately 230 people participated in the reception. The distinguished guests have appreciated the delicacy of an assorted array of Japanese food such as “Sushi”, “Tempura” and “Yakitori”. At the special counter to promote the rice from Niigata prefecture, one of the finest quality rice produced in Japan and bars, many guests enjoyed the taste of Sake and the rice balls. In his remarks, Ambassador Otsuka talked about series of summit meetings that have been taking place between Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and expressed his strong wish to make bilateral relationship and further cooperation between the two countries in various fields.
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| Qatari and Japanese flag Cake-Cutting Ceremony |
Ambassador Otsuka delivering his remarks |
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| Guests enjoying the high quality rice from Niigata prefecture, Japan |
Japanese Sake |
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| Enjoying “Washoku” (Japanese dishes) |
Live Sushi stand was very popular |
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| Ikebana |
Many guests enjoying in the garden |
December 11, 2016 Presenting Credentials to His Highness Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Thani
On December 11, 2016, Ambassador of Japan to the State of Qatar, His Excellency Mr. Seiichi Otsuka, had an audience with His Highness Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Thani, Deputy Emir of the State of Qatar, where he presented his Credentials. Ambassador Otsuka discussed with His Highness on bilateral relations.
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| Ambassador Seiichi Otsuka presenting his Credentials |
October 6, 2016 Orientation for the future leaders of Qatar before their visit to Japan
On October 6, Qatar Leadership Centre (QLC) held an orientation meeting for the participants of the “Rising Leaders Program” prior to their visit to Japan. Present were Ambassador of Japan, Shingo Tsuda, Dr Mohammad Najdawi, Director of Programs, Mr. Takumi Hiraga, General Manager of the Doha Liaison Office ITOCHU Corporation and participants of this program scheduled to visit Japan.
QLC was established by by His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar as a national platform for leadership excellence, in support of achieving goals of the “Qatar National Vision 2030”.
Ambassador Tsuda encouraged the participants and said that he hoped their visit to Japan would be an invaluable experience.
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| Ambassador Shingo Tsuda delivering a speech |
Ambassador Shingo Tsuda, Dr. Mohammad Najdawi, Director of Programs, QLC, Mr. Takumi Hiraga, General Manager of the Doha Liaison Office, Itochu Corporation and Rising leaders with other participants of the event |
December 1, Emperor’s Birthday Reception
On December1, 2015, Ambassador Shingo Tsuda hosted a reception at Ambassador’s Residence to celebrate the 82nd birthday of His Majesty the Emperor who was born on December 23. H.E. Dr. Issa Saad Al-Jafali Al-Nuaimi, Minister of Administrative Development, H.E. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Abdulrahman Bin Jassim Al-Thani, Foreign Minister's Assistant for International Cooperation, H.E. Ambassador Ibrahim Fakhro, Chief of the Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and approximately 260 people participated in the reception. The distinguished guests enjoyed an assorted array of Japanese food, such as “Sushi”, “Tempura” and “Yakitori” served along with the Japanese SAKE. In his remarks, Ambassador Tsuda went over the major developments of the bilateral relations between Japan and Qatar for the year 2015, citing the visit of H.H. the Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to Japan in February as well as the high-level people to people exchanges which reflect on stronger bilateral ties binding the two countries. He expressed his hope for the bilateral ties to witness further progress in various fields under a comprehensive partnership. Besides, the Ambassador announced the launching of a documentary movie entitled ‘Beyond Tsunami: Sanma and Qatar’, which will be screened simultaneously in Tokyo and Doha, showing the people’s efforts in recovering from the disastrous aftermaths of Tsunami 2011with the support of Qatar.
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| Listening to the Qatari and Japanese National Anthems |
Qatari and Japanese flag Cake-Cutting Ceremony |
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| Ambassador Shingo Tsuda delivering remarks |
IKEBANA |
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| Enjoying Japanese food “Washoku” |
Invitees enjoying freshly prepared“SUSHI”prepared by Chef |
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| Looking into the pictures of their Majesties the
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Wife of Ambassador Tsuda Shinko with the wives of other heads of diplomatic missions |
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November 30, The Exchange of Diplomatic Notes regarding the Entry into Force of the Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of the State of Qatar for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with respect to Taxes on Income
- On November 30, 2015, the diplomatic notes was exchanged in Doha, the State of Qatar, between the Embassy of Japan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar (Department of Asian Affairs) for “the Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of the State of Qatar for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with respect to Taxes on Income” (signed on February 20, 2015) in order to entry into force.
- The Agreement will come in effect on December 30, 2015 (the thirtieth day after the date of exchange of diplomatic notes).
- The notes were exchanged between Mr. Shingo Tsuda, Ambassador of Japan to the State of Qatar and H.E. Mr. Khalid Ibrahim Abdulrahman Al-Hamar, Director of the Asian Affairs Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the Ministry.
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| Ambassador Tsuda, and H.E. Mr. Khalid Ibrahim Abdulrahman Al-Hamar, Director of the Asian Affairs Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, exchanged diplomatic notes |
May 11-13, Visit of Mayor of Onagawa Town, Miyagi Prefecture, and delegation of Qatar Friendship Fund
On May 11-13, Mr. Yoshiaki Suda, Mayor of Onagawa town and delegation of Qatar Friendship Fund (QFF) visited Qatar upon the invitation from the Government of Qatar. On May 12, Mayor Suda made a speech as one of the panelists in the session of “Human Development Issues and Human Security” of the 15th Doha Forum which took place in Doha. In his speech, Mayor Suda expressed his gratitude to the Government of Qatar’s support to build “Maskar”, a multifunctional fish processing facility, through QFF project. And on May 13, Mayor Suda and the delegation of QFF paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Tsuda and briefed on the projects of QFF.
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| Mr. Suda, Mayor of Onagawa Town, made a speech as one of the panelists |
Booth introducing the projects of Qatar Friendship Fund |
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| Ambassador Tsuda received Mr. Suda and delegation of Qatar Friendship Fund |
April 12-19, the 13th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
The 13th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (the 13th Congress) was held in Doha with more than 4,000 participants from 149 countries. This conference is convened every five year and it is the biggest conference organized by the United Nations in the field of crime prevention and criminal justice. From Japan, H.E. Mr. Kotaro ONO, Prosecutor-General, Head of Japanese delegation, attended this conference. In this conference, it has been decided that Japan would host the next conference (the 14th Congress) in 2020.
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| H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of Qatar was the Chair of the 13th UN Crime Congress |
Meeting between H.E. Mr. Ono and H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani |
March 16, The 3rd Seminar on Infrastructure Projects in Qatar
H.E. Mr. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, President of the Administrative Control & Transparency Authority and H.E. Mr. Motoi Sasaki, Vice-Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, Japan, co-chaired the 3rd Seminar on Infrastructure Projects in Qatar in which about 100 people from Japan and Qatar participated. Ambassador Tsuda stated that Qatar and Japan have been maintaining excellent relations over the years. He expected that this co-chaired seminar would be significant step in widening the path of cooperation in various projects and would positively stimulate for further cooperation in both public and private sectors between the two countries.
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| H.E. Ambassador Tsuda giving a speech |
H.E. Mr. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah and H.E. Mr. Motoi Sasaki co-chairing the 3rd Seminar on Infrastructure Projects in Qatar |
March 03, Japan's Hokkaido Food Fair
The Embassy of Japan hosted the opening of the Japan's Hokkaido Food Fair at the Ambassador’s residence in cooperation with the Hokkaido Bureau of the Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry (METI) in Japan. Ambassador Tsuda introduced various fascinating aspects of Hokkaido, which attracts tourists from around the world through year. He also highlighted the excellent relations between Japan and Qatar over the years, and the importance to enhance the bilateral cooperation between both countries especially in agriculture sector.
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| Guests viewed the sightseeing brochures at Hokkaido Food Fair |
Guests briefed on Hokkaido food products |
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| Guests enjoyed tasting the various dishes of Hokkaido |
January 29 Visit of Onagawa town delegation to Qatar
On January 29, Onagawa town delegation visited Qatar headed by Mr. Youetsu ISHIMORI, Vice-Chairman of Onagawa Fish Market Buyers’ Association, composed of 7 members including Mr. Shizuo SUZUKI, President of Onawaga Revival Support Network, Mr. Michimasa MATSUSHIMA, Director-General of Onawaga Revival Support Network. The delegation, with Ambassador Tsuda, paid a separated courtesy call on H.E. Mr. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, President of the Administrative Control and Transparency Authority (President of Japan-Qatar Friendship Association) and H.E. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Abdulrahman Bin Jassim Al-Thani, Foreign Minister's Assistant for International Cooperation. During the meetings, Mr. Ishimori handed an official letter from the Mayor of Onagawa town in which he conveyed the gratitude from Onagawa town and explained about the recovery process there. Mr. Ishimori also thanked the Qatari side on behalf of the people of Onagawa for its support to provide “Maskar”, a multi-functional fish processing facility with refrigerator/freezer, through the Qatar Friendship Fund.
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| Mr. Ishimori handed an official letter from Mayor of Onagawa town and gifts to H.E. Mr. Attiyah. |
Onagawa delegation at a meeting with H.E. Mr. Attiyah. |
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| Mr. Ishimori handed an official letter from Mayor of Onagawa and an appreciation letter of Onagawa town to Qatar Friendship Fund (QFF), to H.E. Sheikh Mohamed, Foreign Minister’s Assistant. |
Onagawa delegation at a meeting with Foreign Minister’s Assistant. |
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Ceremony of Conferment of the 2013 Autumn Imperial Decorations on a former local employee of the Embassy of Japan
On January 12th, the Ceremony of Conferment of the 2013 Autumn Imperial Decorations on Mr. Vijay Kumar Sharma, a former local employee (Indian national) of the Embassy of Japan in the State of Qatar took place at the Ambassador’s residence. Mr. Sharma was employed between 1981 and 2013, and was awarded the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold and Silver Rays, in recognition of his significant contributions to enhance the relationship between Japan and the State of Qatar. Mr. Sharma’s family members were present at the ceremony. Mr. Sharma was given the order and patent of the decoration by Ambassador Tsuda.
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| Mr. Sharma received the decoration from Ambassador Tsuda. |
Family Member of Mr. Sharma also attended. |
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Emperor’s Birthday Reception
On 10 December 2012, Ambassador Tsuda hosted at his Residence a reception to celebrate the 80th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. The reception was attended by H.E. Mr. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, President of Administrative Control and Transparency Authority, and H.E. Mr. Ahmed Bin Amer Mohammad Al-Humaidi, Minister of Environment (the guest of honour) as well as nearly 260 distinguished guests from various government and private sectors, diplomatic corps and Japanese community. Ambassador Tsuda, during his speech, stressed the importance of diversifying the current bilateral relationship. (Details of Ambassador’s speech can be found Here)
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| The Qatari and Japanese Anthems are played |
Ambassador Tsuda delivers the speech. |
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| Cake-Cutting Ceremony with H.E. Mr. Abdullah Al-Attiyah and H.E. Mr. Mohammad Al-Humaidi |
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| Invitees also enjoyed Sushi |
Ms. Mayumi Narita, Medalist of the Paralympic Games, attended the reception. |
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Presenting Credentials to H.H Sheikh Tamim
On November 25, Ambassador Tsuda had an audience with H.H. Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, where he presented his credentials. Ambassador Tsuda talked with H.H. Sheikh Tamim about bilateral relations.
