President Aquino to Conduct a State Visit to Japan

President Benigno S. Aquino III will undertake a State Visit to Japan from June 2 to 5, on the invitation of the Government of Japan.

As a State Guest, the President will be received by His Majesty Emperor Akihito and Her Majesty Empress Michiko at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo for a Welcome Ceremony and a State Call. Their Majesties will also host a State Banquet in honor of the President.

The President will also hold a meeting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, during which the two leaders will discuss the enhancement of the Philippine-Japan Strategic Partnership and exchange views on recent regional developments. Prime Minister Abe is scheduled to host a dinner for the President after their meeting.

“The Government of Japan sincerely welcomes the visit of the President, which will further strengthen the friendly relations between Japan and the Republic of the Philippines,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said.

The State Visit of the President is taking place at an auspicious and important juncture in bilateral ties, which are presently at their most dynamic and excellent levels heading into the 60th anniversary of relations next year.