Queen Margrethe II’s Birthday Special An aim to continue nurturing international cooperation, support
PETER TAKSOE-JENSEN stand together by keeping their distance developed strong cooperation. We began large group of elderly, and we cooperate Emperor Naruhito, and they highly trea- AMBASSADOR OF THE KINGDOM OF to prevent spreading COVID-19. It was the with a treaty of friendship, commerce and closely to develop innovative solutions sure their Japan visits. DENMARK first time since WWII that a member of navigation. that center on quality of life. A partner, who plays a great part in the royal family has spoken directly to the Now we have a strategic partnership High-tech research, innovation and this, is the Japan-Denmark Parliamentary April 16 marks the nation on television, outside of the yearly and can benefit from the free trade agree- expansion of thriving academic networks League with Defense Minister Taro Kono 80th birthday of New Year’s speech. ment between the European Union and are among the things we look forward to as president. Her Majesty Queen The Danes listened; 3.3 million Danes Japan. further collaboration in. Their strong support enables the Dan- Margrethe II of the of our total population of 5.6 million There is also room for us to work The royal family and the imperial ish-Japanese partnership to grow, and for Kingdom of Den- tuned in to hear the queen’s words in this together even more closely in the future. family have a close relationship, which that, I would like to thank them. The cul- mark. It is a special difficult time. This shows that the queen The world is calling for climate action strengthens the Danish-Japanese bond. tural exchanges and personal connections day to us Danes. has a voice able to bring out better ver- and green solutions, now. I want to work Just last year, the Danish crown prince that we have sown and grown in the past Though the official sions of ourselves. together with Japan in making a green and princess visited Japan to participate 153 years, I hope will flourish into the birthday celebra- The strong and visionary diplomatic impact. Denmark is in the lead when it in and celebrate the enthronement of next century and beyond. tions have been relationship between Denmark and Japan comes to meeting the U.N.’s sustainable canceled this year due to COVID-19, the carries that same power. We can inspire development goals. queen will undoubtedly be celebrated each other with meaningful exchange of We are a global frontrunner in renew- in the homes and hearts of the Danish knowledge and experiences. able energy and I hope we will work even With the compliments of public. Thus, this is also a wonderful oppor- closer together with Japan and inspire Every year, the day is marked by raising tunity to commemorate the fruitful Japanese green, sustainable solutions Excellent Marine Products from Denmark the Danish flag all over the country in gar- relationship between our two nations. moving forward. dens, buildings and on buses. A connection, which demonstrates its sig- Queen Margrethe II of Denmark PER MORTEN We share many similarities and val- This is a great occasion to pay tribute. nificance in trying times like these, where ABRAHAMSEN AND WONDERFUL COPENHAGEN ues, such as our respect for democracy, This content was With the devastating circumstances the support is needed across borders. human rights and rule of law. We have a compiled in col- world is facing right now, more than Just as the queen’s plea to the Danes, keep evolving our international coop- mutual understanding of the importance laboration with the ever we feel fortunate to have our strong standing together in distance is exactly eration, standing together by sharing of democracy in securing political legiti- embassy. The views matriarch. what Denmark and Japan have done for knowledge and solutions for a better and macy and stability. expressed here do She is a figure who can guide all of us more than 150 years. smarter tomorrow. Geographically, we share a connection not necessarily Danes to unite. Recently, she held a his- If a positive thing is to come out of the During our 153 years of diplomatic to the sea through our stunning coast- reflect those of the 5, Kaigandori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0024 http://www.novenco.jp toric speech, urging the Danish people to current health crisis, it is the reminder to ties, Denmark and Japan have already lines. Both of our populations have a newspaper.
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