26/12/16 H.E. Ambassador Fatimie Hosts Lunch Reception for H.E. Ambassador & Madam Hiroshi Takahashi

December 26, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie had a pleasure of welcoming the former Japanese Ambassador to Afghanistan, H.E. Mr. Hiroshi Takahashi and Mrs. Takahashi to the lunch held at the Ambassador's Residence. H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie expressed, on behalf of the people and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, sincere appreciation to H.E. Mr. Takahashi's leadership as an Ambassador to Afghanistan for the self-less, generous, sustainable and impact generating support to its reconstruction efforts, that all are meaningful and saving the precious lives of Afghans. In return, H.E. Ambassador Takahashi expressed his gratitude for H.E. Dr. Fatimie's invitation and the entire embassy's hospitality, and mentioned that during his tenure as Ambassador to Afghanistan, he had observed the great impact that Japan's assistance to Afghanistan has been coming into realization, namely the PEACE scholarship led by Japan International Cooperation Agency, as its graduates had come back from their studies in Japan and are putting their earned knowledge into actions at various governmental sectors. He also mentioned, as it had been also mentioned by H.E. Dr. Fatimie, not only between governments but also people like Dr. Tetsu Nakamura of Peshawar-kai (a.k.a. Peace Japan Medical Services) has been making a great impact on the reconstruction of Afghanistan. H.E. Mr. Takahashi added that although his tenure in Kabul has finished for now, currently an advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, he would very much like to continue to assist Japan's diplomatic effort for Afghanistan.

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2016.23.11 H.E. Amb. Dr. Fatimie & Madam Fatimie Attends the Birthday Reception of H.I.M. the Emperor

H.E. Amb. Dr. Fatimie & Madam Fatimie Attends the Birthday Reception of H.I.M. the Emperor

December 23, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie and Madam Fatimie had a great honor in attending His Majesty the Emperor’s birthday reception held at the Imperial Palace. H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie conveyed the birthday wishes from H.E. Dr. Ashraf Ghani, the president of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, on behalf of people and the government. Their Majesties Emperor and Empress expressed their gratitude in return, at the presence of His Imperial Highness Crown Prince and the esteemed members of the Imperial Family. The occasion was celebrated with the attendance of Their Excellencies Ambassadors, or Chargés d' affaires ad interim.

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22/12/16 H.E. Amb. Dr. Fatimie Attends the Birthday Reception of H.M. the Emperor Hosted by H.E. FM Kishida

December 22, 2016: It was an honor and pleasure for H.E. Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie in attending the reception in celebration of the birthday of His Majesty the Emperor hosted by H.E. Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Mr. & Mrs. Fumio Kishida. The reception was attended by the highest ranking officials of the Foreign Ministry, including H.E. Mr. Nobuo Kishi, State Minister; H.E. Mr. Kiyoshi Odawara and H.E. Shunsuke Takei, Parliamentary Vice-Ministers; H.E. Ambassador Mr. Kaoru Shimazaki, Chief of Protocol; H.E. Mr. Tsukasa Uemura, Director-General of Middle Eastern and African Bureau; as well as dozens of honorable Members of Diet and Their Excellencies Ambassadors.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie had the pleasure of meeting and exchanging words with some of the mentioned attendees including H.E. Minister Kishida, and expressed by representing Afghanistan the sincerest congratulations as well as his great pleasure for attending the celebration for such a auspicious occasion and the national day of Japan. Additionally H.E. Dr. Fatimie extended his wishes for the peaceful & prosperous future development of the country. In return, H.E. FM Kishida and Their Excellencies all appreciated H.E. Dr. Fatimie’s kind words and attendance.

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21/12/16 H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie Visits the Embassy of Germany for Condolence Book Signing

December 21, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie visited the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Tokyo to express, on behalf of the people and the government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, his heartfelt condolences for the victims of the tragedy at the Christmas market in Breitscheidplatz, Berlin, that has at least taken away the precious lives of 12 people.
H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie had the honor of being received and warmly welcomed by H.E. Ambassador Dr. Hans Carl Freiherr von Werthern of Germany, as one of the first to sign the condolence book. H.E. Dr. Fatimie expressed to H.E. Dr. Werthern the deep sorrow, and iterated that Afghanistan stands in solidarity with Germany, a friend that has been helping widely the reconstruction of Afghanistan, against any kind of terrorism.

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20/12/16 Ambassador Dr. Fatimie welcomes visitors from Toyo Gakuen University

December 20, 2016: Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie; Mr. Asif Agah, Second Secretary; and the staff of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo welcomed visitors from Toyo Gakuen University. The visiting group was led by Mr. Jeff Durand and Mr. Jason Pratt, teachers at the university, and included 17 students.

Following a tour of the embassy conducted by Ms. Allyson Diaz, Public Relations Officer, and facilitated by Mr. Agah and Mr. Yuki Takeda, Secretary to the Ambassador, Ambassador Dr. Fatimie welcomed the group in his office. Speaking of Afghans love for peace and the successes under the democratic government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, the Ambassador inspired those attending to consider the regional dimensions of peace, along with the role of individuals such as themselves. The students and instructors then enjoyed a question and answer time over lunch.
The impact of the event was evident as multiple students expressed a desire to volunteer their time towards further strengthening relations between Afghanistan and Japan.

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19/12/16 H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie Hosts a Dinner with the Honorable LDP Members

December 19, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie had a great pleasure of hosting a dinner with the honorable Members of the House of Representatives and ruling Liberal Democratic Party, H.E. Mr. Nobuteru Ishihara, Minister of Economic Revitalization; Hon. Mr. Hirotaka Ishihara, former Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs; Hon. Mr. Makoto Oniki; Hon. Mr. Takuma Miyaji; and the mutual good, long-time friend of H.E. Ambassador and the honorable guests, Mr. Dan Harada.
H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie and all the diplomats warmly welcomed each one of the guests, and accompanied to the Residence where the dinner was held. H.E. Dr. Fatimie expressed, on behalf of people and the government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, deep appreciation to Japanese government for its continuing support to Afghan reconstruction, as well as his great joy to host the occasion by once again welcoming back the guests since last time. In return, by representing the guests, H.E. Minister Mr. Ishihara expressed their sincere gratitude for the invitation to H.E. Ambassador & Madam Fatimie, and said that all had been very much looking forward to the occasion. They discussed the issues of mutual interest and the dinner was held under very amicable atmosphere.

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2016.12.12 Meeting with Mr. Kazuhiro Nishitani of JCCI

Meeting with Mr. Kazuhiro Nishitani of JCCI

December 12, 2016: It was an honor and privilege for Dr. Bashir Mohabbat to meet with Mr. Kazuhiro Nishitani, Project General Manager for the International Division of The Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI), and Mr. Shoichiro Sugihara, member of JCCI.

At this time, Dr. Mohabbat thanked Mr. Nishitani for Japan’s assistance over the past years which has been essential in the rebuilding process for Afghanistan. Prior to the war, Japan was one of the biggest trade partners of Afghanistan. Once again, Dr. Mohabbat asked for their assistance in establishing business relations with Afghanistan and investing in it, especially in the mining sector.

In return, Mr. Nishitani sited Afghanistan’s security concerns as the biggest obstacle at present hindering the process. However he said he hoped that the situation will continue to improve to and that they will continue to invest in and help Afghanistan with trade. They also agreed to work and maintain a close relationship among each other from now and into the future.

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12/12/16 Attending National Day Reception of the Republic of Kazakhstan

December 12, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie had a pleasure in attending the celebration of the National Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

H.E. Dr. Fatimie congratulated the Kazakhstan government and people on this great milestone in the country’s history, and took the opportunity to emphasize the importance of a healthy Afghanistan- Kazakhstan relationship as neighbors and friends. In return, H.E. Mr. Yerlan BAUDARBEK-KOZHATAYEV, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Japan thanked H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie for his kind word and attendance. H.E. Dr. Fatimie also had an opportunity to meet and converse with honorable high-ranking officials of the Government of Japan, such as H.E. Dr. Fatimie's long time friend, Chief Representative of Komei Party, Hon. Mr. Natsuo Yamaguchi, and Their Excellencies Ambassadors and members of diplomatic missions stationed in Tokyo representing their respective nations.

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12/12/16 Attending National Day Reception of the Republic of Kenya

December 12, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie had a pleasure in attending the celebration of the National Day of the Republic of Kenya.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie expressed his congratulations, on behalf of the people and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, to H.E. Mr. Solomon Karanja MAINA, Ambassador of of the Republic of Kenya to Japan. In return, H.E. Mr. MAINA thanked H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie for his kind word and attendance. H.E. Dr. Fatimie also had an opportunity to meet and converse with honorable high-ranking officials of the Government of Japan and their Excellencies Ambassadors and members of diplomatic missions stationed in Tokyo representing their respective nations.

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2016.08.12 Meeting with H.E. Mr Takashi Uto, Chairman of Foreign Relations Committee of the House of Councillors at his Office.

Meeting with H.E. Mr Takashi Uto, Chairman of Foreign Relations Committee of the House of Councillors at his Office.

December 8, 2016: It was an honor for Dr. Bashir Mohabbat, Minister-Counsellor of the Embassy of Afghanistan in Japan, to meet with H.E. Mr. Takashi Uto, Chairman of Foreign Relations Committee of the House of Councillors, at his office in Nagatacho.

Dr. Mohabbat expressed his sincerest thanks to H.E. Mr. Uto for all of the generous support over the past years that Japan has given to Afghanistan which has been essential in the rebuilding process. Dr. Mohabbat also thanked and congratulated him for the successful Brussels Conference and said to H.E. Mr. Uto that he was looking forward to seeing additional continued support from Japan.

In return, H.E. Mr. Uto thanked Dr. Mohabbat for visiting him at his office and for his friendship. He affirmed that Japan will continue to support Afghanistan throughout its progress and into the future. He also stated that whenever a chance presented itself, he would be certain to visit Afghanistan for himself.

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2016.07.12 Hosting Lunch for H.E. Ambassador Mr. Viorel & Mrs. Isticioaia-Budura of EU Delegation.

Hosting Lunch for H.E. Ambassador Mr. Viorel & Mrs. Isticioaia-Budura of EU Delegation.

December 7, 2016: It was an honor and a privileged for H.E. Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie and Madam Fatimie to host a luncheon his honorable guests H.E. Ambassador Mr. Viorel & Mrs. Isticioaia-Budura of EU Delegation at his private residence at the embassy. H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie and all the diplomats warmly welcomed the guests, and accompanied them to the Residence where the luncheon was held.

H.E. Dr. Fatimie expressed, on behalf of people and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, deep appreciation to the European Union for its continuing support to Afghan reconstruction and security, the success of the EU working together for the Brussels Conference, as well as his great joy to host the occasion of the visit to the embassy by H.E. Mr. Isticioaia-Budura and Madam. In return, H.E. Isticioaia-Budura expressed sincere gratitude for the invitation to H.E. Ambassador & Madam Fatimie, and said that all had been very much looking forward to the occasion. They discussed the issues of mutual interest and the lunch was held under very amicable atmosphere.

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1/12/16 Attending National Day Reception of the United Arab Emirate

December 1, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie had a pleasure in attending the celebration of the National Day of the United Arab Emirate.
H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie expressed his congratulations, on behalf of the people and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, to H.E. Mr. Khaled Omran Sqait Sarhan ALAMERI, Ambassador of United Arab Emirate to Japan. In return, H.E. Mr. ALAMERI thanked H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie for his kind word and attendance. H.E. Dr. Fatimie also had an opportunity to meet and converse with honorable high-ranking officials of the Government of Japan, such as H.E. Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. Motome Takisawa, and their Excellencies Ambassadors and members of diplomatic missions stationed in Tokyo representing their respective nations.

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2016.11.30 Dr. Mohabbat Meets with JETRO

Meeting With the Japan External Trade Organization

November 30, 2016: Dr. Bashir Mohabbat, Deputy-Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, attended a meeting with members of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), including Mr. Takashi Tsunemi, Director, Middle East and Africa Division, Mr. Tadashi Sasaki, Global Strategy Middle East, Planning Department, and Dr. Hitoshi Suzuki, Chief Senior Researcher, Inter-disciplinary Studies Center. The meeting took place at JETRO’s offices in Minato, Tokyo.

Dr. Mohabbat, together with the members of JETRO, highlighted the importance of Afghanistan-Japan relations, noting that Afghanistan is one of the very few countries in the Middle East which has maintained stable political, cultural, and economic relations with Japan before and after the Second World War.

Both parties agreed that while the Afghanistan has enormously lucrative investment potential, security concerns hinder business and trade between Afghanistan and Japan. They recognized that while regional growth, investment, and trade in the region has nothing but surged in recent years, Afghanistan’s full potential cannot be realized without proving to Japanese companies that their interests are guarded against disruptions, whether political, economic, or social in nature. The meeting was concluded with the promise of working toward increased stability through international cooperation and effective marketing of Afghan products in Japan.

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30/11/16 Attending National Day Reception of Romania

November 30, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie had a pleasure in attending the celebration of the National Day of the Romania.
H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie expressed his congratulations, on behalf of the people and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, to H.E. Mrs. Svetlana Tatiana IOSIPER, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Romania to Japan. In return, H.E. Mrs. IOSIPERA thanked H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie for his kind word and attendance. H.E. Dr. Fatimie also had an opportunity to meet and converse with honorable high-ranking officials of the Government of Japan, including Hon. Mr. Natsuo Yamaguchi, Chief Representative of Komei Party, the junior coalition party of the government of Japan, and their Excellencies Ambassadors and members of diplomatic missions stationed in Tokyo representing their respective nations.

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2016.29.11 Dr. Mohabbat Attends Goi Peace Foundation Forum

November 29, 2016: Dr. Bashir Mohabbat, Minister-Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, had the pleasure to attend the Goi Peace Foundation Forum, with the 2016 meeting branded “Igniting Our Spark for a Bright Future”. The event, which was hosted in the Nikkei Hall at the Tokyo Head Office, was attended by the noble guests of diplomatic missions and organizations from around Tokyo.

This year’s occasion included the appearances of Ms, Hafsat Abiola-Costello, recipient of the 2016 Goi Peace Award and Ms. Tomoyo Nonaka, Founder and Chairperson of NPO Gaia Initiative, among other respected speakers.

Dr. Mohabbat was left impressed by the great organization of the gathering and proceeded to sincerely thank the Goi Peace Foundation for their excellent leadership and the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan for their support and sponsorship, as well as this year’s speakers, for their generous efforts to maintain peace and equality throughout the world.

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29/11/16 Attendance at Annual Meeting of Japanese Ambassadors in the Middle East and Africa

November 29, 2016: H.E. Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie had the honor of attending the reception for the “Annual Meeting of Japanese Ambassadors in the Middle East and Africa” hosted by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. This is an annual meeting held by MOFA Japan in which all of Their Excellencies the Ambassadors from Japan to countries within these regions meet to discuss issues.
In his opening speech, H.E. Minister Fumio Kishida stated “Japan will make every effort to bring peace and development to countries in this region”. At the reception which followed, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie had the opportunity to express his gratitude to H.E. Minister Kishida for his support of Afghanistan and for inviting him to the event. H.E. Minister Kishida in return thanked H.E. Dr. Fatimie for his attendance. They were joined in discussion by H.E. Mr. Mitsuji Suzuka, Ambassador of Japan to Afghanistan, with whom H.E. Dr. Fatimie had met for a lunch at his private residence earlier in the month. The three exchanged views on topics of mutual interest with regard to Afghanistan. H.E. Dr. Fatimie complimented H.E. Mr. Kishida on MOFA Japan’s ability to promote astute Ambassadors like H.E. Mr. Suzuka who is not only quite talented but additionally speaks Dari.

H.E. Dr. Fatimie also had the pleasure of meeting with H.E. Mr. Kentaro Sonoura, State Minister of MOFA; Their Excellencies Mr. Shunsuke Takei and Mr. Motome Takisawa; H.E. Mr Tsukasa Uemura, Director General of Middle East and African Affairs Bureau; many other MOFA Officers, Ambassadors, Diplomats, JICA officials, and Officials from Universities in Japan who accept students from the regions of Middle East and Africa; Hon. Mr. Akira Sato, LDP Member of the House of Representatives; Mr. Yasuji Ishigaki, President of the Council on East Asian Communities, Trustee of the Japan Forum on International Relations; Professor Rei Shiratori, President for the Institute for Political Studies in Japan and Honorary Consul General for the Republic of Malta; Professor Dr. Masanori Naito, Doshisha University Graduate School of Global Studies; Mr. Eiichi Yoshikawa, Senior Managing Director & Co-Chief Executive of MUFJ; and Mr. Koichi Kawana, President and Representative Director of JGC Corporation all of whom with he spoke about topics of mutual interest.

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2016.26.11 Dr. Mohabbat at 27th Meeting of the Energy Charter Conference and the Ministerial Meeting

27th Meeting of the Energy Charter Conference and the Ministerial Meeting

November 25-26, 2016: Dr. Bashir Mohabbat, Minister-Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, attended the 27th Meeting of the Energy Charter Conference and the Ministerial Meeting, jointly organized by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Energy Charter Secretariat at the Keio Plaza Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo. The welcome reception was hosted under the auspices of Mr. Fumio Kishida, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan.

Dr. Mohabbat was very honored to have been given the opportunity to partake in the meeting which was attended by representatives from diplomatic missions in Tokyo and ministerial-level participants from over 70 countries, among them H.E. Eng. Ali Ahmad Osmani, Minister of Energy and Water of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, and Dr. Mohammad Arif, Senior Advisor of the Ministry of Energy and Water of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. The event focused on many important international energy-related issues pertaining to the Energy Charter Treaty.

At the event, Dr. Mohabbat was very pleased to meet with Dr. Urban Rusnak, Secretary General of the Energy Charter Secretariat, among other honorable guests. Dr. Mohabbat took the opportunity to highlight Afghanistan’s abiding commitment to working closely with the international community on energy-related affairs, in addition to economic, cultural, and security issues.

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25/11/16 Attendance at the 27th Meeting of the Energy Charter Conference and the Ministerial Meeting

November 25, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie had the pleasure of attending the reception in honor of the 27th Meeting of Energy Charter Conference hosted by H.E. Foreign Minister Mr. Fumio Kishida, and Chaired by Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs H.E. Mr. Kentaro Sonoura at Iikura House. Also in attendance, representing the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan was H.E. Mr. Ali Ahmad Osmani, Minister of Energy and Water.

The Energy Charter Conference is the governing and decision-making body for the Energy Charter Process, and was established by the 1994 Energy Charter Treaty. The conference is held annually to discuss how the Energy Charter Process can address major global energy challenges, including responding to climate change and sustainable development. Japan became the first country from East Asia to chair the meeting of the Energy Charter Conference. The event was fortunate to have keynote speakers Dr. Urban Rusnák and Dr. Sun Xiansheng, both Secretary Generals of the International Energy Charter, speaking at the event.

At the event, H.E. Mr. Ali Ahmad Osmani had the opportunity to give his remarks to all those present. He expressed his thanks for his invitation to the meeting as well to Japan for its cooperation and generous support for Afghanistan which has been so crucial for development. He mentioned that Afghanistan is building its energy sector to help provide the back bone for its socio-economic development as yet there is a gap between the supply and demand which poses serious challenges to energy security for the people. He also stated that the Energy Charter is the best platform for the issues regarding energy in Afghanistan.

Following the remarks and discussions, T.E. Dr. Fatimie and Mr. Osmani had the pleasure of meeting with the event host, H.E. Foreign Minister Mr. Kishida and . H.E. Dr. Fatimie thanked him for the invitation to the event as well as for the continuous generous support of the people and Government of Japan to Afghanistan over the past 15 years to help ensure redevelopment, peace, stability, and prosperity. In return H.E. Mr. Kishida thanked him for his kind words, attendance and reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to Afghanistan in the future.

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24/11/16 Hosting Reception Honoring the Visit of H.E. Mr. Ali Ahmad Osmani, Minister of Energy and Water, Deputy Ministers, Directors, Managers , and Distinguished Dignitaries

November 24, 2016: It was a pleasure and honor for His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed M. Amin Fatimie to host a dinner reception honoring the visit of H.E. Mr. Ali Ahmad Osmani, Minister of Energy and Water; other Honorable Deputy Ministers, Directors, Managers, and distinguished Dignitaries to the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo on the occasion of their visits here to Japan. Dr. Bashir Mohabbat, Minister-Counsellor; Mr. Ahmad Ghafoori, First Secretary and Consul; Mr. Basir Hamdard, First Secretary and Political Affairs; Mr. Asif Agah, Second Secretary and Cultural Affairs; and Mr. Abdulzaman Akbari were in attendance to greet guests as they arrive and host the event.
Guests in attendance from the Ministry of Public Health were: H.E. Dr. Ahamd Jan Naeem, Deputy Minister of Policy and Planning; H.E. Dr. Najibullah Safi, General Director of Preventive Medicine; H.E. Dr. Ataullah Sayidzai, General Director of Evaluation and Health Information System; H.E. Dr. Zelaikha Anwari, Director of Reproductive Health; and Hon. Dr. Raz Mohammad Khankell Iec, Development Manager of Health Promotion.

Guests in attendance from other agencies were: H.E. Mr. Mohad Aslam Sayas, Deputy Minister of ANDMA; Hon. Mr. Ajmal Karimi, International Relations Directorate of ANDMA; Hon. Mr Abdul Basir Sabawoon, Nangarhar Provincial Acting Director of ANDMA; Hon. Mr. Zahoor Selab, Laghman Provincial Acting Director; Mr. Janaqa Haidari, Manager of Economic Department of ANDMA; Hon. Ms. Sameera Noori, Humanitarian DRR Deputy of CoAR; Mr. Ezatullah Sediqi, DRR and Resilience Advisor of AfghanAid; Hon. Mr. Mohammad R. Aziz, Humanitarian Associate Director of SC; Hon. Mr. Said Saifi, Capacity Building and Trainings Sector Head of ADA; Mr. Mohammad Bashir Baaser, Project Officer of AAR; Mr. Mir Ibrahim Zaki, Project Manager of ADRA; Mr. Nejabat Khan Safi, Associate Director of CWSA; Mr. Hameedullah Hamid, Project Manager of JEN; Mr. Noor Hasan Shinwari, Section Leader of SVA; and Mr. Waheed Ahmad Zamani, Acting Director of Self Principle for SVA.
There were also many other dignitaries and guests from several NGOs, Civil Society groups, and friends of the Embassy. Once all guests were received, in his opening remark, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie extended his welcome everyone present for their attendance at this event. He also discussed the profundity of this momentous visit for all. Dr. Bashir Mohabbat also spoke to welcome everyone to the embassy and the great significance of this visit by everyone. Remarks were then given by Minister of Energy and Water, H.E. Mr. Ali Ahmad Osmani.

After all had spoken, H.E. Dr. Fatimie invited the guests to partake in the Afghan dishes prepared by the Embassy which were served for all to enjoy. Following the dinner, all guests present partook in a group photo, to commemorate the auspicious occasion.

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23/11/16 Attendance at Nippon Sport Science University Reception for Rio Olympics Games

November 23, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie, Ambassador of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, attended the Nippon Sport Science University Reception for Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games at the Imperial Hotel in Chiyoda, Tokyo.
The event was an occasion of celebration for Japan’s admirable achievements at the 2016 Olympics Games in Rio de Janeiro and was, moreover, a moment of great anticipation for the next Olympic Games which are to be held in Japan’s capital and largest metropolis.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie expressed his excitement for the major international event to be held in Tokyo, and voiced his sincere gratitude for Japan’s continuous efforts to foster peace and stability in the world and for supporting togetherness in the international community by hosting the 2020 Olympic Games.
H.E. Dr. Fatimie was also very pleased to meet with Honorable Mr. Motoo Hayashi, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, with whom he exchanged words of encouragement and promises of continued cooperation and further empowerment of Afghanistan-Japan relations.

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21/11/16 Attendance at Reception Hosted by Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture

November 21, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie had the pleasure of attending the reception hosted by His Excellency Dr. Heita Kawakatsu, Governor of the Shizuoka Prefectural Government entitled, “An Evening of Cultural Exchange and Business Networking” at the Keio Plaza Hotel in Shinjuku. The event was attended by several other Their Excellencies Ambassadors of missions in Japan, diplomats, governmental officials, and other people of note.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie had the pleasure of meeting with H.E. Mr. Kawakatsu before the beginning and, on behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, expressed his thanks not only for hosting this event but also for the continuous support from the people and Government of Japan. He further added his congratulations for H.E. Mr. Kawakatsu’s achievements as Governor of Shizuoka. H.E. Mr. Kawakatsu thanked H.E. Dr. Fatimie in return and invited him to the podium during the event in order to introduce him further to the audience.

Following the ceremony, H.E. Dr. Fatimie also had the privilege of meeting with H.E. Mr. Jean-François Paroz, Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation in Japan; Mr. Carlos Maldonado, Minister-Counsellor and Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in Japan; and Mr. Yukihisa Fukaya, Director General of the Shizuoka Prefectural Government with whom he had informative talks discussing several topics of mutual interest.

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2016.18.10 Attending “Café Democrats” Meeting Hosted by the Democratic Party

Attending “Café Democrats” Meeting Hosted by the Democratic Party

November 18, 2016: Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, attended “Café Democrats”, an event aiming at explaining and discussing the various challenges that may face the Democratic Party following its shift in leadership from Hon. Mr. Katsuya Okada to newly-appointed H.E. Mrs. Renho, President of the Democratic Party.

At the event, Mr. Hamdard decided to take the opportunity to express his deepest gratitude to the Diplomatic Party, and indeed the entire Japanese Government, for its ceaseless support and sacrifice for the peace and development of Afghanistan, and his wish for the two parties to continue their close relationship. The Democratic Party, in return, thanked the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for its participation in this and other events, and expressed their wish for Afghanistan-Japan relations to continue growing even further.

Mr. Hamdard was also honored to meet with several noble guests, including Mrs. Hiroe Makiyama, Member of the House of Councillors, Mrs. Shiori Yamao, Director-General of the National Railway and Canvassing Department and Member of the House of Representatives, and Mr. Mioh Nemoto, Senior Advisor of the United Nations Children’s Fund’s Tokyo Office, among other important participants.

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18/11/16 Attending “Café Democrats” Meeting Hosted by The Democratic Party

November 18, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sayed Mohammad Amin Fatimie, Ambassador of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, was warmly welcomed by the Democratic Party to attend “Café Democrats”. The event, which was held at the Parliamentary Museum in Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward, aimed at discussing the various challenges that the DP are expected to face during the term of newly-appointed H.E. Mrs. Renho, President of the Democratic Party.

The event was an excellent opportunity for H.E. Ambassador Dr. Fatimie to stay updated on developments within the esteemed party but also to get acquainted with new challenges that may face them as the leadership shifts from the interim guidance of Hon. Mr. Katsuya Okada to newly-appointed H.E. Mrs. Renho. It was an equally important occasion for H.E. Dr. Fatimie to connect with some of the most influential people in Japan, and was especially honored to have met with Mrs, Hiroe Makiyama, Vice Leader of the Kanagawa Prefectural Headquarters of the Democratic Party, Mrs. Yoko Miyazaki, Member of the International Department of the Democratic Party, Mr. Hideya Sugio, Member of the House of Councillors. Among the guests were also the ambassadors and diplomats from several diplomatic missions in Tokyo.

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2016.16.10 Meeting With Mr. Mahmood Abdulaal, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain

Meeting With Mr. Mahmood Abdulaal, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain

November 16, 2016: Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, was honored to meet with Mr. Mahmood Abdulaal, Deputy Head of Mission of the the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain at their Embassy in Tokyo,

The two parties started the meeting by humbly thanking one another for taking the time to gather and discuss issues that are of great importance to both countries as well as the greater international community. Mr. Hamdard noted that Afghanistan and Bahrain have a very amicable relationship and that Afghanistan is deeply grateful for the invaluable support from Bahrain and indeed the entire Middle Eastern community.

Mr. Hamdard then proceeded to kindly encourage Bahrain to continue its longstanding support for the peace and reconstruction of Afghanistan, including supporting the Islamic Republic in its unprecedented bid to enter the United Nations Human Rights Council in 2018. In return, Mr. Abdulaal promised to do his best to ensure that Bahrain continues its involvement in regional peace and reconstruction issues, and to satisfy mutual Afghanistan-Bahrain goals and interests.

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2016.12.10 Meeting With Dr. Abdullh H. Alsulami, Dean of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia

Meeting With Dr. Abdullh H. Alsulami, Dean of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia

November 12, 2016: Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, had the honor to meet with Dr. Abdullh H. Alsulami, Dean of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia at the Islamic Resource Center in Setagaya, Tokyo

Mr. Hamdard was very pleased to meet with Mr. Dr. Alsulami and to discuss about current events and mutual interests, starting by expressing Afghanistan’s most sincere gratitude to Saudi Arabia for its invaluable support of Afghanistan’s peace and reconstruction. Mr. Hamdard then proceeded to praise the Saudi Arabia’s granting of scholarships to Afghan students in Saudi Arabia, to which Dr. Alsulami responded that it was his pleasure and promise to continue such generous grants.

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