National Day Reception of Japan held in Abu Dhabi
2025/2/26



On 26 February 2025, H.E. Ken Okaniwa, Ambassador of Japan to the UAE, hosted a National Day Reception in Abu Dhabi to celebrate the 65th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan.
The occasion was graced by H.E. Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State, and was also joined by senior officials of the UAE Government, business leaders from both nations, and diplomat colleagues.
In his remarks, Ambassador Okaniwa recalled the visit by Their Majesties in 1995. He wished the further strengthening of friendship between the Imperial Family and the Ruling Families of the UAE. He also noted cooperation between Japan and the UAE was deepening across various fields such as international affairs, defence, economy, environment, culture, education, and science and technology.
The occasion was graced by H.E. Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State, and was also joined by senior officials of the UAE Government, business leaders from both nations, and diplomat colleagues.
In his remarks, Ambassador Okaniwa recalled the visit by Their Majesties in 1995. He wished the further strengthening of friendship between the Imperial Family and the Ruling Families of the UAE. He also noted cooperation between Japan and the UAE was deepening across various fields such as international affairs, defence, economy, environment, culture, education, and science and technology.