Public Relations Activities 2020 | Embassy of Japan in Timor-Leste

Reception to Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Cooperation between Japan and Timor-Leste

20th Anniversary of the Cooperation between Japan and Timor-Leste

On January 14, 2020, the Embassy of Japan in Timor-Leste, in cooperation with JICA Timor-Leste, held a reception to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Cooperation between Japan and Timor-Leste, with the presence of Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Mr. NAKAYAMA. Approximately 200 people participated in this reception, including Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Dionisio Babo Soares, Former President Jose Ramos Horta, Members of Government, Members of Parliament, and JICA/NGO officials from Japan. The activity panel of the Ground Self-Defense Force during the PKO mission in Timor-Leste was also exhibited at the venue.

National Paralympic Committee of Timor-Leste's visit to Ina City, Host Town for Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

National Paralympic Committee of Timor-Leste's visit to Ina City

National Paralympic Committee of Timor-Leste delegation composed of Mr. Cesario da Silva (Official) and Mr. Teofilo Freitas (Athlete) visited Ina City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan during 5-days from February 24 to 29, 2020.
During the visit, the were welcomed by Mayor Takashi SHIROTORI, and H. E. Mr. Iwao KITAHARA, Former Japan Ambassador to Timor-Leste. They also had the opportunity to observe sports and welfare facilities available in Ina City as part of the preparation of Ina City to be the host city for Timor-Leste Athletes during Tokyo 2020 Games.

Japanese University Graduates of Timor-Leste Gathering Reception 2020

Embassy of Japan in Timor-Leste organized a reception for Japanese University Graduates of Timor-Leste on March 19, 2020 at the Ambassador's Residence.
During the reception, the Newly Appointed Ambassador of Japan to Timor-Leste, H. E. Mr. KINEFUCHI Masami and Madam were introduced to the guests as the had just arrived in Timor-Leste, one week before.
Four new students were also introduced to the alumni and it was great chance for them to ask questions and some tips on studying in Japan to their seniors.

Presentation Letter of Credence by H. E. Mr. KINEFUCHI Masami

H. E. Mr. KINEFUCHI Masami, Ambassador of Japan to the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste presented his Letter of Credence to H. E. Dr. Francisco Guterres Lu Olo, President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste on April 7, 2020.
Ambassador KINEFUCHI showed his strong commitment to continue to push forward the existing bilateral cooperation between Timor-Leste and Japan during his mission in Timor-Leste.

Courtesy Meeting with Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak

On April 15, 2020, Ambassador KINEFUCHI had a courtesy meeting with H. E. Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak, following his presentation of the credential letter to H. E. President of the Republic Francisco Guterres Lu Olo on April 7, 2020.