JCG Training Vessel “KOJIMA” visits Palau
2024/6/24
On June 17-23, Japan Coast Guard (JCG) Academy training vessel “KOJIMA” made her 2nd port call to Palau as part of a 100-days-long ocean training cruise. This visit was followed by a way long voyage from Kure, Hiroshima via San Francisco, Honolulu, and Guam.
On June 17, CPT SAKAE Kazushi and “KOJIMA” crews and cadets were welcomed by Airai state dance performance, and the people in Palau gathered at the Malakal port to extend warm greetings to them.
On June 19, CPT Sakae hosted the people in Palau, including State Minister Aitaro, Senators, Delegates, members of Council of Chief, governors, speakers of state legislatures, and diplomatic corps, at the onboard dinner reception. In his remarks, Ambassador ORIKASA Hiroyuki expressed his deep gratitude to “KOJIMA” to be back to Palau, stressing that JCG’s presence contributes to the realization of a “Free and Open Indo-Pacific.” All the guests enjoyed Japanese food and performances by trainees, deepening Japan-Palau ties.
A series of “KOJIMA” events in Palau allowed all crews and cadets to enjoy interacting with the people of Palau and to foster mutual understanding between Japan and Palau. Furthermore, this visit exemplifies JCG’s commitments and presence in Palau and this region in the maritime security.
“KOJIMA” ends her role as the ocean training cruise vessel this year, replaced by a newly built ship, “ITSUKUSHIMA.” The Embassy of Japan looks forward to welcoming “ITSUKUSHIMA” next year and beyond.
On June 17, CPT SAKAE Kazushi and “KOJIMA” crews and cadets were welcomed by Airai state dance performance, and the people in Palau gathered at the Malakal port to extend warm greetings to them.
On June 18, CPT Sakae paid a courtesy call on President Whipps and Mr. Ngirblekuu, Acting Director, Bureau of Public Safety, respectively to discuss maritime security affairs in Palau and this region. On the same day, “KOJIMA” was open to the public. The people in Palau enjoyed a tour as well as Japanese culture performance like Sho-do, or calligraphy in English.
A series of “KOJIMA” events in Palau allowed all crews and cadets to enjoy interacting with the people of Palau and to foster mutual understanding between Japan and Palau. Furthermore, this visit exemplifies JCG’s commitments and presence in Palau and this region in the maritime security.
“KOJIMA” ends her role as the ocean training cruise vessel this year, replaced by a newly built ship, “ITSUKUSHIMA.” The Embassy of Japan looks forward to welcoming “ITSUKUSHIMA” next year and beyond.