the 68th anniversary of Japan’s Self Defense Forces

2022/7/7
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On 1st July 2022, Ambassador OKUBO Takeshi hosted the reception to celebrate the 68th anniversary of Japan’s Self Defense Forces in 2022 at the Ambassador’s residence. The measures against the COVID-19 pandemic were adopted in the reception.

In his speech, Ambassador OKUBO expressed concern about the security situation surrounding Japan and the profound global impact of the Ukraine war, and affirmed his country's solidarity with the Ukrainian people in facing their ordeals. He also commended the efforts exerted by the Lebanese Armed Forces and the security institutions to ensure successful parliamentary elections despite the difficult situation Lebanon is going through.

The reception was attended by 124 guests, including officials from the Lebanese Armed Forces, other security institutions and Diplomatic Corps among others.