Embassy of Afghanistan in Japan 駐日アフガニスタン大使館: April 2018

2018/04/26

2018.26.04 Attendance at "Beijing Chinese Orchestra" Performance

Attendance at "Beijing Chinese Orchestra" Performance.

April 26, 2018: H.E. Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the pleasure of attending the concert entitled ‘Seasonal Songs from Japan and China By the "Beijing Chinese Orchestra" Performance’ at the invitation of H.E. Mr. Cheng Yonghua, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, at the Nakano Sun Plaza Hall in Tokyo. While at the event, H.E. Dr. Mohabbat also had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with other diplomats with missions in Japan, members of Japanese public and private sectors, as well as other distinguished guests.

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2018/04/25

2018.04.25 Attendance at Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan’s Annual Garden Party.

April 25, 2018: H.E. Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the great honor and pleasure in attending the Garden Party at Akasaka Imperial Gardens hosted by Their Imperial Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan. Also in attendance was Mr. Ahmad Bashir Ghafoori, First Secretary and Consul for the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Japan.

This lovely annual event, coupled with the beautiful garden surroundings, serves to allow the diplomatic community in Japan and Japanese dignitaries to strengthen further relations amongst each other as well as with Their Majesties and other members of Japan’s Government. With much reverence, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat thanked Their Majesties, as well as to Their Imperial Highnesses the Crown Prince and Crown Princess for hosting the event.

H.E. Dr. Mohabbat had the pleasure of meeting and talking with H.E. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to whom he expressed, on behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, his heartfelt gratitude for their most noble, effect-generating support to Afghanistan’s peace and development over the years. He expressed sincere thanks for Japan’s great assistance over the years when he had the occasion to meet again with his long time friend, H.E. Ms. Seiko Noda, Minister of Internal Affairs & Communications, Minister of State for Women’s Empowerment, and Minister of State for the Social Security and Tax Number System.

Also while at the event H.E. Dr. Mohabbat had the occasion to meet H.E. Ms. Yoko Kamikawa, Minister of Justice; as well as H.E. Mr. Toshimiotsu Motegi, Minister in Charge of Economic Revitalization to whom he expressed great appreciation to the people and Government of Japan for the benevolent aid during Afghanistan’s progress towards a prosperous and peaceful future.

H.E. Dr. Mohabbat was also able to interact with and express further the sincerest appreciation of the Afghan people and Government to a number of key people including several of Their Excellencies the Ambassadors – such as the Ambassadors of Italy, Iraq, Qatar, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom – Heads of Mission, Diplomats with missions in Japan, high ranking Japanese officials, and other distinguished guests.

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2018.25.04 Attendance at Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan’s Annual Garden Party

Attendance at Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan’s Annual Garden Party.

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2018/04/24

2018.24.4 Mr. Hamdard Attends the Luncheon Hosted by Director of Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs Division of MOFA Japan.

Mr. Hamdard Attends the Luncheon Hosted by Director of Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs Division of MOFA Japan.

April 24, 2018: It was an honor for Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary, to attend a luncheon hosted by the Hon. Mr. Masatoshi Sugiura, Director of Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs Division of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Japan.

This luncheon was meant to introduce the diplomats present to Japan’s candidate for election to the Human Rights Committee (CCPR) at the elections to be held during the 36th Meeting of States Parties at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on June 14, 2018; Professor Shuichi Furuya. H.E. Mr Manabu Horii, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs was also present at the luncheon to give his welcoming remarks to those dignitaries present. Additionally they also took the time to introduce the candidate for election to the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) at the elections to be held during the 20th Meeting of States Parties a the United Nations Headquarters in New York on June 8, 2018: Dr. Hiroko Akizuki.

Following the luncheon, Mr. Hamdard had the opportunity to meet with the host, Hon. Mr. Sugiura and expressed his thanks for the invitation to the informative event as well as for the generous and continuous support of the noble people and Government of Japan to Afghanistan over the years to assist in achieving reconstruction, peace, and prosperity. Additionally he had the pleasure of greeting Prof. Furuya and wished him all the best of luck in his endeavors to secure a place on the Human Rights Council. Further, he assured both Hon. Mr. Sugiura and Prof. Furuya that he would pass along the information to its proper destination in the central Government of Kabul for their sincere consideration.

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2018/04/21

Mr. Hamdard Attends the 21st Japanese Speech Contest for Foreign Diplomats in Japan2018.21.4

Mr. Hamdard Attends the 21st Japanese Speech Contest for Foreign Diplomats in Japan

April 21, 2018: It was a pleasure for Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary and Political Affairs for the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Japan to attend and compete in the “21st Japanese Speech Contest for Foreign Diplomats in Japan” hosted by The Japan Foundation, Minato City Hall, and the Minato Sports, Community, Culture, and Health Foundation. Mr. Hamdard was first among the twenty one to give a speech. Last year, for the 20th Japanese Speech Contest, Mr. Hamdard gave his speech on “Women’s Empowerment in Afghanistan” for which he was awarded the Award of Excellence from the Judges. This year Mr. Hamdard speech topic was on “Similarities between Afghan and Japanese Culture”.

This contest, the twentieth of its kind, was designed to provide foreign diplomats with an opportunity to present their ideas in Japanese and promote exchanges with local people, according to organizers. During the three-hour presentation, before an audience of about 300, the participants delivered speeches in Japanese about topics relevant to their home countries, many offering insights into Japanese culture through diplomats’ eyes. This year His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat had the pleasure of being on the panel of judges for the speech contest.

Following the Awards Presentation, Mr. Hamdard spoke with the various hosts of the event and thanked them not only for their invitation to compete but also for supporting an event like this where a bridging of cultures and relations can be fostered. Mr. Hamdard also spoke with several of the diplomats and Japanese citizens attending the event and graciously welcomed them to come to the embassy to learn more about Afghan culture and how it relates to Japanese culture.

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2018.21.04 Attendance at H.E. Prime Minister's Cherry Blossom Party

Attendance at H.E. Prime Minister's Cherry Blossom Party.

April 21, 2016: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the great honor and pleasure of attending the annual Cherry Blossom Party hosted by the Prime Minister of Japan, H.E. Mr. Shinzo Abe at Shinjuku Garden.

With the Japanese tradition of cherry blossoms symbolizing the start of new beginnings paralleling the spring start of the Afghan New Year, the event was very symbolic as a start of another year of ever-increasingly friendly Afghan-Japanese relations.

The event brought together Their Excellencies the heads of the diplomatic missions in Japan, Members of the Diet, distinguished guests, and a number of other key dignitaries with whom H.E. Dr. Mohabbat had the pleasure of interacting with, such as his long time friend the Hon. Mr. Isao Iijima, Special Advisor to the Cabinet of H.E. the Prime Minister of Japan and Senior Fellow of Keidanren; and the Honorable Mr. Shinichi Kitaoka, President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

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2018/04/20

2018.20.4 Mr. Hamdard Attends the Condolence Book Signing at the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa.

Mr. Hamdard Attends the Condolence Book Signing at the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa.

April 20, 2018: It was with a heavy heart that First Secretary Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo, Japan Embassy visited the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa for the condolence book signing for the passing of H.E. Dr. Zola Themba Skweyiya, former Minister of Social Development and High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to the United Kingdom and Ireland. Mr. Hamdard expressed his deepest condolences and prayers for H.E. Dr. Skweyiya, his loved ones, and for the people and Government of the Republic of South Africa.

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2018.20.04 Attendance at the Boishakhi Lunch at the Bangladesh House Terrace

Attendance at the Boishakhi Lunch at the Bangladesh House Terrace.

April 20, 2018: It was a pleasure for His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat to attend the Boishakhi Lunch event at the Bangladesh House Terrace in Chiyoda-ku to celebrate the Bangla New Year 1425.

Dr. Bashir Mohabbat spoke with H.E. Ms. Rabab Fatima, the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, to whom he expressed his thanks for hosting the wonderful event. On behalf of the people and the government of Afghanistan, he wished the Bangladeshi people and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh peace and prosperity. At the even he also had the opportunity to meet and speak with others of Their Excellencies the Ambassadors, Heads of Mission, Diplomats with missions in Japan, and other distinguished guests.

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2018/04/18

2018.18.4 Mr.Ghafoori Attends the Condolence Book Signing at the Embassy of the Republic of Ecuador

Mr.Ghafoori Attends the Condolence Book Signing at the Embassy of the Republic of Ecuador

April 18, 2018: Mr. Ghafoori, the First Secretary and Consul of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, attends the condolence book signing at the Embassy of the Republic of Ecuador for the lost of three talented journalists: Srs. Segarra, Bravo, and Ortega, and the four brave soldiers: Srs. Mosquera, Sandoval, Elaje, and Alvarez. Mr. Ghafoori attended the condolence book signing with a heavy heart and prays for those who lost their lives and their loved ones.

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2018.18.04 Luncheon Reception at the Embassy for Visiting Afghan Delegation

Luncheon Reception at the Embassy for Visiting Afghan Delegation.

April 18, 2018: His Excellency Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the honor and pleasure of hosting a luncheon reception for the visiting Afghan delegation led by Honorable Chairman Mr. Sayed Fazlullah Wahidi of the Afghanistan NGO Coordination Bureau. Also invited to the luncheon were the members of Japan's NGO groups like Japan Volunteer Center, Peace Winds Japan, and Association for Aid and Relief Japan. The event to honor them began with a welcoming speech by H.E. Dr. Mohabbat. The delegation was here for their annual visit and meet with their counterparts.

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2018.18.04 Attendance at the Reception of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Armed Forces Day

Attendance at the Reception of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Armed Forces Day

April 18, 2018: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had a pleasure in attending the Islamic Republic of Iran Armed Forces Day Reception held at the Iranian Ambassador's Residence.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat expressed his congratulations to Mr. Mashaallah Shakeri, Acting Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Tokyo, and the attending diplomats on the occasion. In return, Mr. Mashaalah Shakeri expressed his appreciation for H.E. Dr. Mohabbat's attendance and kind words.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat also met with Captain Afshin Bokaei, Military Attache, and expressed his congratulations, on behalf of the people and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on the momentous occasion. In return, Captain Bokaei thanked H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat for his kind word and attendance. Also in attendance were several of Their Excellencies the Ambassadors, Heads of Missions, and Diplomats with missions in Japan, members of parliament, leading business people, and other dignified guests, several of whom H.E. Dr. Mohabbat met with and discussed many topics of mutual interest.

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2018/04/16

2018.16.4 Mr. Hamdard Attends the Condolence Book Signing at the Embassy of the Republic of Algeria.

Mr. Hamdard Attends the Condolence Book Signing at the Embassy of the Republic of Algeria.

April 16, 2018: It was with a heavy heart that First Secretary Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo, Japan Embassy visited the Embassy of the Republic of Algeria for the condolence book signing in honor of the passing of so many lives in the tragic military plane crash in Bilda Prefecture. Mr. Hamdard expressed his deepest condolences and prayers that abundant peace, comfort, and strength be granted to all those who mourn the departed, those who lost their lives, and for the people and Government of the Republic of Algeria.

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2018.16.04 Attendance at the Reception of the Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Margrethe the Second at Embassy of Denmark

Attendance at the Reception of the Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Margrethe the Second at Embassy of Denmark.

April 16, 2018: It was an honor and pleasure for His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat to attend the reception commemorating the birthday of Her Majesty Queen Margrethe the Second at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark.

On behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat extended his congratulations to H.E. Ambassador Mr. Freddy Svane, in honor of Her Majesty Queen Margethe on this most auspicious celebratory occasion. In return, H.E. Mr. Freddy Svane thanked H.E. Dr. Mohabbat for his attendance and kind words, and expressed his wishes for the relations of their countries to strengthen. H.E. Dr. Mohabbat also had the pleasure of meeting with several of Their Excellencies the Ambassadors, such as Ambassador of the United Kingdom and Great Britain and Norther Ireland, H.E. Mr. Paul Madden; Ambassador of the European Union, H.E. Mr. Viorel Isticioaia-Budura; and other distinguished guests with whom he further discussed topics of mutual interest.

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2018/04/12

2018.12.4 Mr. Ghafoori Attends the Condolence Book Signing for the Death of Mama Nomzamo Winnie Madikizela-Mandela at the South African Embassy in Japan

Mr. Ghafoori Attends the Condolence Book Signing for the Death of Mama Nomzamo Winnie Madikizela-Mandela at the South African Embassy in Japan

April 12, 2018: The Honourable First Secretary and Consul of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Mr. Ghafoori, signed the Book of Condolences for Mama Nomzamo Winnie Madikizela-Mandela at the South African Embassy. Mr. Ghafoori attended the event with a heavy heart and mourned the loss of a truly inspiring and honorable individual who was an anti-apartheid activist and politician. He reflected upon her remarkable life and the achievements she accomplished throughout her life. She will truly be missed and loved.

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2018/04/11

2018.11.04 Meeting with Mr. Fumihiro Saito

Meeting with Mr. Fumihiro Saito

April 11, 2018: Mr. Fumihiro Saito, manufacturer of Honda cars and motorcycles, a long time friend of H.E. Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat, visited him at the embassy.

At the beginning Mr. Saito thanked H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat for giving him time despite his busy schedule. Then H.E. Dr. Mohabbat thanked him for his visit. They discussed the possibility of Mr. Saito setting up his factory for making Honda motorcycle parts in Afghanistan in the future. Due to their long time friendship, Mr. Saito said he is willing to do his best in investing in Afghanistan.

Then on behalf of the people and Government of Afghanistan, H.E. Dr. Mohabbat thanked Mr. Saito for the government of Japan’s assistance and help for reconstruction of Afghanistan and in particular thanks to Mr. Saito for his willingness for investing in Afghanistan.

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2018.11.04 Meeting with Deputy Chief of Mission, Minister Hara of the Embassy of Japan in Kabul at the Embassy in Tokyo

Meeting with Deputy Chief of Mission, Minister Hara of the Embassy of Japan in Kabul at the Embassy in Tokyo.

April 11, 2018: It was a pleasure for H.E. Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat to greet and meet at the embassy Minister Keiichi Hara, Deputy Chief of Mission for the Embassy of Japan in Kabul, at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo, Japan. Also in attendance for the meeting was Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary of the embassy.

Minister Hara thanked H.E. Dr. Mohabbat for making time in his schedule to meet and expressed his sincere thanks for his warm welcome. In return H.E. Dr. Mohabbat thanked him for his kind words and expressed his appreciation for Mr. Hara’s kind visit. Further, and on behalf of the people and Government of Afghanistan, H.E. Dr. Mohabbat, extended his gratitude for the long support and assistance of the people and Government of the noble nation of Japan which has stood with Afghanistan during the rebuilding process, and like others from the international community, striving to help bring further peace and security to Afghanistan. As such, Japan hold a place of appreciation and honor in the heart of Afghans.

As Deputy Chief of Mission to Afghanistan, Mr. Hara is striving to continue the strong relationship between Japan and Afghanistan with the advice and cooperation of H.E. Dr. Mohabbat and the diplomats of the Afghan Embassy in Japan. Mr. Hara, together with H.E. Dr. Mohabbat share the optimism for the relationship between Japan and Afghanistan becoming stronger. They further discussed topics of mutual interest.

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2018/04/10

2018.10.04 Courtesy Call by H.E. Mr. Tadamichi Yamamoto, of the UN

Courtesy Call by H.E. Mr. Tadamichi Yamamoto, of the UN.

April 10, 2018: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the honor and privilege of meeting with H.E. Mr. Tadamichi Yamamoto, the Special Representative for the Secretary-General of the UN at the embassy. Mr. Ahmad Ghafoori, First Secretary & Consul; Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary; and Mr. Asif Agah were also in attendance to warmly welcome H.E. Mr. Yamamoto.

H.E. Mr. Yamamoto first thanked H.E. Dr. Mohabbat for meeting with him and expressed his sincere appreciation towards the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Tokyo. Further, he congratulated H.E. Dr. Mohabbat on his appointment as the Ambassador of Afghanistan to Japan and wished him a great successful tenure, noting he was certain to have one due to his longtime experience in Japan. H.E. Dr. Mohabbat thanked him for his thoughtful words and expressed his great joy in hosting the occasion of H.E. Mr. Yamamoto’s visit.

Further, H.E. Dr. Mohabbat thanked him, on behalf of the people and Government of Afghanistan, for the United Nations and all their agencies for their many activities which have worked tirelessly in their efforts to bring about profound and continuous support of Afghanistan over the years. He also expressed the optimism for the advancement of peace and security in Afghanistan and the region following the international consensus and support expressed during Kabul Process II and the Tashkent Conference, as well as hope for the continued progress set forth by the National Unity Government in light of the upcoming Parliamentary Election. All those present further discussed many topics of mutual interest.

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2018.10.04 Attendance at Luncheon Hosted by H.E. Ambassador of Singapore

Attendance at Luncheon Hosted by H.E. Ambassador of Singapore.

April 10, 2018: It was a pleasure for H.E. Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat to attend a Luncheon at the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Japan, hosted by H.E. Ambassador Mr. Lui Tuck Yew.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat expressed his thanks to H.E. Ambassador Mr. Lui for hosting the lovely occasion and for courteously extending him an invitation. Further, he sincerely thanked H.E. Mr. Lui on behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for Singapore’s continuous and steadfast support of Afghanistan during its reconstruction and in the process of actualizing peace. In return, H.E. Mr. Lui thanked H.E. Dr. Mohabbat for his attendance and for his kind words. In addition, he assured H.E. Dr. Mohabbat that the Republic of Singapore would continue to stand by Afghanistan well into the future.

Also in attendance at this event were Their Excellencies the Ambassadors of Cote d’Ivoire, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Benin, and Micronesia, as well as the Heads of Mission for the Embassies of Mauritania, and Ghana with whom H.E. Dr. Mohabbat had the pleasure of greeting and discussing topics of mutual interest.

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2018/04/06

2018.06.04 Attendance at “Tajikistan Culture Day Concert”

Attendance at “Tajikistan Culture Day Concert”

April 6, 2018: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the pleasure of attending the cultural exchange concert and reception “Tajikistan Culture Day Concert” co-hosted by the Embassy of Tajikistan and Min-On at the Min-On Music Museum. Also in attendance were Mr. Ahmad Basir Ghafoori, First Secretary and Consul, Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary,and Mr. Asif Agah Second Secretary, of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Tokyo.

H.E Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat enjoyed the performance and met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Ambassador Mr. Hamrokhon Zarifi, and congratulated him on the well-organized event as well as thanked him for the kind invitation and Tajikistan’s friendship over the years. Also in attendance were several of Their Excellencies, Heads of Missions, and Diplomats with a mission in Japan, leading business people, and other dignified guests.

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2018.06.04 Visit to H.E. State Minister Sato's Office

Visit to H.E. State Minister Sato's Office

April 6, 2018: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the pleasure of making a courtesy call on His Excellency Mr. Masahisa Sato, State Minister of Foreign Affairs Japan, at his office in MOFA Headquarters in Tokyo. Also in attendance was Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary for the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Japan.

H.E. State Minister Sato expressed his warm welcome to H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat. H.E. Dr. Mohabbat thanked H.E. Mr. Sato for making time in his schedule. Also he thanked him, on behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, for the long support and unwavering assistance of the people and Government of its true friend, the noble nation of Japan. The Japanese have stood with Afghanistan during the rebuilding process, helping to bring Afghanistan to its current progress & achievements, and their help and investment of Afghanistan’s future by developing its human capacity holds a place of appreciation and honor in the heart of Afghans. In return, H.E. Mr. Sato assured H.E. Dr. Mohabbat that Japan would of course continue being part of Afghanistan’s forward progress, ensure security and stability are optimized, try helping to develop further economic development support, and would hold firm to its commitments to Afghanistan well into the future. They further spoke topics of mutual interests.

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2018/04/04

2018.04.04 Attendance at 'Lend Your Leg' Event

Attendance at 'Lend Your Leg' Event.

April 4, 2018: His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabat had the pleasure attending the ‘Lend Your Leg’ with Her Excellency Ms. Simona Leskovar of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia Tokyo and His Excellency and Plenipotentiary Mr. Gabriel Duque of the Embassy of Colombia in Japan. This event was held at the Embassy of Colombia in Japan and co-hosted by the Embassy of Slovenia Tokyo and the Embassy of Colombia in Japan. ‘Lend Your Leg’ brought awareness of the presence of land mines and casualties of land mines across the globe.

Afghanistan is one of the countries most effected by landmines. Since 1989, 79% of Afghan land contaminated by landmines have been deactivated by Afghan de-mining efforts which is supported by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS). Current estimates project Afghanistan to be mine-free by 2023. UNMAS has declared April 4th to be International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action to recognize this global issue.

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2018/04/03

2018.04.03 Participation in Round Table on Outcomes of Tashkent Conference at JIIA

Participation in Round Table on Outcomes of Tashkent Conference at JIIA.

April 3, 2018: H.E. Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat had the honor and pleasure of attending a round-table symposium co-hosted by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Japan and he Japan Institute of International Affairs (JIIA) at the JIIA Building where he delivered a speech about the outcomes of both the Kabul Processes and the Tashkent Conference on Afghanistan. Also in attendance at the event were Mr. Basir Ahmad Hamdard, First Secretary, and Mr. Asif Agah, Second Secretary, for the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Japan

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat delivered a speech thanking the international community for showing solidarity in their progress towards peace, as well as thanking the people and government of the Republic of Uzbekistan for being an important link in regional cooperation and steadfast support of Afghanistan’s progress and development. The recent “Tashkent Conference on Afghanistan: Peace process, Security Cooperation and Regional Connectivity” was about acknowledging that peace and security in Afghanistan are essential for stability and prosperity in the region and then by extension, the world.

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2018.03.04 Attendance at Hanami Reception at the Embassy of India

Attendance at Hanami Reception at the Embassy of India.

April 3, 2018: It was a pleasure for His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Bashir Mohabbat to attend the Hanami Reception at the kind invitation of His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Sujan R. Chinoy hosted by the Embassy of India at Chidorigafuchi.

H.E. Ambassador Dr. Mohabbat met with the host H.E. Ambassador Dr. Chinoy, to whom he expressed gratitude for the splendid invitation as well as thanked him, on behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for the benevolent assistance of the people and Government of India over the years throughout the reconstruction process. In return, H.E. Dr. Chinoy thanked H.E. Dr. Mohabbat for his attendance and kind words. Further he assured H.E. Dr. Mohabbat that India would continue to stand with Afghanistan well into the future and help it to achieve further peace and prosperity.

H.E. Dr. Mohabbat also had the opportunity to meet with His Excellency Foreign Minister Mr. Taro Kono, to whom he expressed his thanks on behalf of the people and Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for the noble nation of Japan’s continuous support and assistance to Afghanistan which has enabled it to make so many positive advances. Additionally H.E. Dr. Mohabbat met with many distinguished guests such as several of Their Excellencies the Ambassadors, diplomats with missions in Japan, members of Japanese Government, and other honorable guests.

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