Awards conferred for contributions to Japan-Philippines relations

Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa of Japan
Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa of Japan

 

Yuko Koshikawa, Consul General Fortune Ledesma of Monaco

Two distinguished individuals were recently honored in the Japan Conferment Ceremony by Japan Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa. David F. Carter was conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays for his dedication and promotion of judo in the Philippines, as well as his contributions to organizing tournaments and fostering international goodwill.

Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez of Ormoc and Rep. Richard Gomez of Leyte

 

David F. Carter, lawyer Josue Sim Zuniega

Lawyer Josue Sim Zuniega was also recognized and conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays for his tireless efforts in supporting the Japanese community in the Philippines, particularly in helping Filipino Nikkei-jin regain their Japanese identities and citizenship. Zuniega has been instrumental in the establishment of the Philippine Nikkei-jin Legal Support Center and has provided legal advice and assistance to over 1,500 Filipino Nikkei-jin.

Shigehiro Matsuda, Consul General Hiroyuki Okajima of Japan

Both awardees were lauded for their outstanding contributions to Japan-Philippines relations and for promoting mutual understanding and friendship between the two countries. —CONTRIBUTED

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