October 10, 2024

Celebration of the National Day of Central American Countries

Celebration of the National Day of Central American Countries

Dr. Ritter Diaz, Representative Director of JAPOLAC, participated in the Official Ceremony commemorating the 203rd Anniversary of Central American Independence, organized by the Heads of Mission of Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.

The event took place at the International House of Japan and was attended by distinguished Japanese politicians and business leaders, representatives from various Japanese ministries and institutions, as well as members of the Diplomatic Corps and prominent figures from Japanese society.

Her Excellency Sandy Dávila, Ambassador of Nicaragua to Japan and Pro Tempore President of the Central American Integration System (SICA) in Japan, delivered the message on behalf of the Central American countries. H.E. Yoshifumi Tsuge, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, conveyed the message from the Government of Japan, and the toast of honor was led by H.E. Yasushi Hosaka, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan.

The Heads of Mission of the Central American countries reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the bonds of cooperation and friendship with Japan, highlighting the region’s progress in areas such as security, trade promotion, and investment attraction. They also expressed their gratitude for Japan’s longstanding cooperation with the five Central American nations.

During the ceremony, Dr. Diaz extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Central American Heads of Mission, reiterating JAPOLAC’s commitment to supporting the promotional efforts of the five Central American countries in Japan, with a view to further strengthening the ties between the two regions.