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Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada to welcome the new Prime Minister of Japan

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Wednesday, September 16, 2020
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OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to welcome the new Prime Minister of Japan, Suga Yoshihide:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to welcome the new Prime Minister of Japan, Suga Yoshihide:
    "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Suga Yoshihide on becoming the Prime Minister of Japan.
  • "Canada and Japan enjoy a close relationship, based on shared interests, common values, and people-to-people ties.
  • "I look forward to working closely with Prime Minister Suga to further strengthen the partnership between Canada and Japan.
  • "I offer my sincere appreciation to departing Prime Minister Abe Shinzo for his contributions to strengthen Canada-Japan relations, and for the global vision and leadership he displayed throughout his tenure as Japan's longest-serving Prime Minister.

From Coastal Dunes to Kelp Farms, Honda Marine Science Foundation Supports New Conservation Projects across America

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Thursday, June 4, 2020
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Honda Marine Science Foundation annually awards up to $400,000 in grant funds to conservation organizations.

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  • Honda Marine Science Foundation annually awards up to $400,000 in grant funds to conservation organizations.
  • "Honda Marine Science Foundation is committed to advancing bold new approaches to protect our coastal areas from the threat of climate change," said Raminta Jautokas, Honda Marine Science Foundation board member.
  • During the grant funding period,Honda Marine Science Foundation works closely with organizations to support the progress of their research projects.
  • Established in 2016, Honda Marine Science Foundation (HMSF) is an initiative to help restore marine ecosystems and facilitate climate change resilience.

Greater Twin Cities Honda Dealers Donate $100,000 to Local Schools

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Friday, January 10, 2020
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MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On Jan. 10, the Greater Twin Cities Honda Dealers Association (GTCHDA) will celebrate its donation of $100,000 to local schools through its "Life is Better Thanks to Greater Twin Cities Honda Dealers" campaign, which startedin Nov. 2017.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On Jan. 10, the Greater Twin Cities Honda Dealers Association (GTCHDA) will celebrate its donation of $100,000 to local schools through its "Life is Better Thanks to Greater Twin Cities Honda Dealers" campaign, which startedin Nov. 2017.
  • "This is an incredible milestone for our organization," said Kyle Allison, GM of Luther Hopkins Honda and President of GTCHDA.
  • Cloud Honda, said "I am so excited to be presenting this milestone in our mission to improve and give back to our community.
  • Adam Leaver, Senior District Sales Manager of American Honda Motor Co. said, "We're proud of what these dealers have done with their school donation program.

Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo Receives AJC Light Unto Nations Award; AJC Delegation Concludes Three-Day Visit to Japan

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Tuesday, November 12, 2019
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TOKYO, Nov. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) honored Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo today with its Light Unto the Nations Award.

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  • TOKYO, Nov. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) honored Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo today with its Light Unto the Nations Award.
  • Upon receiving the award, Prime Minister Abe said, "It is my great honor to receive AJC's Light Unto the Nations Award, a great and historic award.
  • Meetings with Prime Minister Abe have occurred regularly during the annual API delegations' visits to Japan since he assumed office in 2012.
  • In addition to meeting the Prime Minister, the 18-person delegation had the opportunity to meet, separately, with Defense Minister Kono Taro and Minister for Foreign Affairs Motegi Toshimitsu.

Honda Marine Science Foundation Awards Grants to Support Coastal and Marine Habitat Restoration Projects

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Thursday, July 18, 2019
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Honda Marine Science Foundation supports "living shoreline" projects that implement natural approaches to protecting coastal habitats and communities while promoting harmonious interaction between humans and the ocean.

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  • Honda Marine Science Foundation supports "living shoreline" projects that implement natural approaches to protecting coastal habitats and communities while promoting harmonious interaction between humans and the ocean.
  • "Honda Marine Science Foundation is committed to supporting living shoreline projects that address the impact of climate change," said Raminta Jautokas, Honda Marine Science Foundation board member.
  • Honda Marine Science Foundation partners with organizations that share its vision for improving and preserving coastal areas for future generations.
  • Established in 2016, The Honda Marine Science Foundation is an initiative to help restore marine ecosystems and facilitate climate change resilience.

Prime Minister of Canada announces closer collaboration with Japan

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Sunday, April 28, 2019
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OTTAWA, April 28, 2019 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, met with the Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe, to set the foundation for an even closer Canada-Japan relationship.

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  • OTTAWA, April 28, 2019 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, met with the Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe, to set the foundation for an even closer Canada-Japan relationship.
  • Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Abe also discussed the threat to peace and security posed by North Korea's weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile programs.
  • Finally, Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Abe discussed the upcoming G20 Summit in Osaka, and emphasized that G20 countries need to work closely together to address the world's most pressing challenges.
  • Canada and Japan are partners in the CPTPP, a free trade agreement between Canada and 10 other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

One Nation Commissioners Appointed

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Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Public policy, Government, Homeland security, White House, Federal Government, Consumer, Asian-American, Comfort women, Mike Honda, Groundswell, Honda, Pauline Hanson's One Nation, California, Politics, Political ideologies

Co-Chairs Former Congressman Mike Honda and Asian Health Services CEO Sherry Hirota announced today the appointments of the One Nation Commissioners.

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  • Co-Chairs Former Congressman Mike Honda and Asian Health Services CEO Sherry Hirota announced today the appointments of the One Nation Commissioners.
  • The One Nation Commission launched with its inaugural meeting in Los Angeles on April 19, 2019.
  • The One Nation Commission builds on the groundswell of public outcry in late 2018 when the rule was proposed.
  • We are driving our own narrative: America is one nation built on the strength of immigrants.

Korea's Leading Personal Trainer Black.B (Jin-man Park) Releases a Photo Book Focused on Korean Comfort Women

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Thursday, May 3, 2018
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This photo book was specially designed to focus on Korean comfort women to whom Black.B (JIn-man Park) has paid attention for a long time and includes 10 photos that celebrate them.

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  • This photo book was specially designed to focus on Korean comfort women to whom Black.B (JIn-man Park) has paid attention for a long time and includes 10 photos that celebrate them.
  • "Although it started as a personal project, it will be able to offer a voice for Korean comfort women while resonating with a lot of people."
  • Celebrities from all walks of life have sent supporting messages, and thosewho installed the Girl Statue standing for Korean comfort women discussed the content of the photo book with him at Wednesday Demonstration, a weekly meeting in which the history of Korean comfort women is the focus.
  • Black.B (Jin-man Park) will continue his efforts in promoting knowledge about the plight of the Korean comfort women through his photography and other areas of his career.