Japanese Ambassador visits Times Group
Japanese Ambassador to Malawi, Kae Yanagisawa, has stressed on the need for a free and independent media if Malawi is to develop democratically.
Yanagisawa explained that the Japanese Government is committed to support independence of the media in Malawi.
During her visit on Thursday, Yanagisawa also commended the cordial relationship that exists between Malawi and Japan, saying it is advancing cultural and economic development.
Yanagisawa highlighted that her government is also focusing on dynamic relationship which will enable it to create more trade opportunities and investments in Malawi.
She said different initiatives that the Japanese Government is implementing in Malawi, can only be sustained if the capacity is connected with business.
The Ambassador, who assumed office in December last year, appreciated the role Times Group is playing in enhancing democracy in Malawi.
For this reason, the Japanese government through the Japan Foundation presented to Times Group a Television Drama titled ‘Carnation’
“Th is Drama has 151 episodes and it has been broadcast in 31 countries including Zambia and Kenya. I hope Malawians will enjoy the programme and appreciate the Japanese culture. This is a story about a woman who made it in fashion design in Japan during the time that it was so hard for women to do business. The story will inspire women and girls not to look down upon themselves,” Yanagisawa said.
The Japanese Ambassador also brought an educational documentary called ‘Science Zero.’
The relationship between Japan and Malawi has enabled the Japaneses Government send to Malawi 1,700 volunteers who are working in health, agriculture, education and other sectors.
There are also about 3,000 Malawians working in Japan
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