The Embassy of Japan in Kuwait hosted a gathering and dinner banquet on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at the Ambassador’s residence, highlighting the friendly relations between both the nations.
The event was attended by representative from Kuwait’s Armed Forces, which primararily included H.E. Major General Khaled Al-Sheryaan, Commander of the Kuwait Air Defense Force, along with a number of former commanders within Kuwait’s Armed Forces, Defense Attachés accredited to the State of Kuwait, and a number of foreign military officers.
Reflecting upon the longstanding Kuwait-Japan ties and further strengthening cooperation in the field of defense, in his opening remarks, His Excellency Mr. Morino Yasunari, the Ambassador of Japan to the State of Kuwait, offered his deepest condolences for the tragic loss of Captain (Pilot) Mohammed Abdulrasoul, who bravely dedicated himself to serving his country and its people.
H E Mr. Morino Yasunari, during his speech, specifically highlighted the deep friendship and robust cooperative ties between Japan and Kuwait such as dispatching ships from Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, that were meant to clear sea mines off the coast of Kuwait. Also deployment of personnel from Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force in the Ali Al-Salem Air Base, meant to contribute humanitarian and reconstruction efforts in Iraq.
He also particularly expressed his deep gratitude for the support and valuable assistance provided by the Kuwaiti armed forces at that time.
This occasion allowed participants to share and exchange perspectives of regional and international affairs and to deepen their friendship
