Japanese honour bestowed.

The Japanese government conferred 'The Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays', upon Vice President of the Pakistan-Japan Cultural Association (PJCA) Orita Toshiko in recognition of her significant contribution to promoting long-term cultural exchanges and friendly relations between Japan and Pakistan.

Ambassador of Japan Matsuda Kuninori presented the 2020 Spring Decoration at a ceremony at his official residence. Finance Minister Dr Abdul Hafeez Shaikh was also present at the event.

Ambassador Matsuda appreciated Ms Orita's years of service, saying, 'I believe that cultural exchanges, in particular, contribute significantly to deepen mutual trust and understanding among the people which should be the very foundation of any relationship...