Message H.E. Mr. MATSUDA Kuninori - Ambassador of Japan to PakistanAmbassador of Japan to Pakistan.

This year marks the momentous 75th anniversary of the United Nations and the COVID-19 has plunged the entire world into an unprecedented crisis. It has pushed the to international realize the community of significance where all stakeholders engage constructively and work together with transparency. He also stated that Japan stands ready to cooperate in the process for the UN reform to reflect the realities of the 21st century. During this crisis, he especially emphasized the importance of the concept of "Human Security" which focuses on individuals, by setting a goal of "leaving no one's health behind". In response to the crisis, Japan has provided foreign aid of over USD 1.54 billion to medical and health sectors to fight against COVID-19. As this year marks the 75th

Message H.E. Mr. MATSUDA Kuninori

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Nagasaki must never be repeated and with this resolve, Japan will spare no effort in realizing a world free of nuclear weapons while firmly upholding the Three NonNuclear Principles. Based on the policy of "Proactive Contribution to Peace", Japan will continue to contribute to sustaining peace, including through our role in the Peacebuilding commission, and engaging in strengthening institutions and building capacities. Japan also remains committed to the capacity building of peacekeeping personnel in collaboration with Asian and African countries. On top of the financial contribution to the UN as one of the top donors, Japanese people have been actively contributing to various international activities. Two prominent Japanese nationals, Dr. OGATA Sadako and Dr. NAKAMURA Tetsu passed away last year. The dedication of Dr. OGATA, the first female UNHCR representative, a Japanese academic and diplomat as well as Dr. NAKAMURA who devoted his entire life for the medical and development activity in Pakistan and Afghanistan speaks volumes of their dedication and commitment for serving the humanity. Japan appreciates Pakistan to Pakistan's efforts to eradicate polio, with a cumulative total of USD 229 million.

Japan's assistance has been used for vaccines, cooling equipment for vaccines, vaccinators' daily allowance, virus educational inspection activities...