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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:CJS Noon Lecture Series | Three Questions for Japan in Michigan: Where\, Who\, and What? An Analysis of Japan’s Presence and Contributions to Michigan by the New Consul General of Japan in Detroit
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This lecture will be held in person in room 1010\, Weiser Hall\, and virtually on Zoom. The webinar is free and open to the public\, but registration is required. Once you've registered\, joining information will be sent to your email. Register for the Zoom webinar at https://myumi.ch/D8Ay1\n   \n   The Consul General of Japan in Detroit\, Hajime “Jimmy” Kishimori\, will share insights into Japan’s presence and contributions in Michigan. From business and industry to cultural exchange and community connections\, Consul General Kishimori will explore how Japan and Michigan continue to shape one another through shared partnerships and people-to-people ties.\n   \n   Hajime “Jimmy” Kishimori assumed his role as Consul General of Japan in Detroit in December 2024. Since joining Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in 1987\, Consul General Kishimori has held key positions in Japan and abroad. His extensive experience includes roles in Thailand\, Egypt\, and the United Nations\, where he contributed significantly to Japan’s global engagements. From 2019 to 2022\, he worked as senior advisor and director for the Japan Unit at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in New York. Most recently\, he served as deputy consul-general at the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco.\n\n*Accomodation: If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you\, please contact us at cjsevents@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.*
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142523
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Asian Languages And Cultures,Business,International Affairs,japan,Japanese Studies
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - 10th Floor
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