President Brotherson Makes Imperial Visit to Japan

President Moetai Brotherson The second forum in Japan was filled with meetings and conferences. On this day, the eighteen members of the forum were introduced to the Royal Couple.

On Wednesday, July 17, 2024, the President of French Polynesia continued his remarks and shared experiences during the second day of the summit with the PALM 10 Forum member countries in Japan.

The first was a core group meeting of the leaders of the 18 Pacific Islands Forum member countries and the Forum’s General Secretariat. The future role of the Forum following recent events in New Caledonia was at the heart of the discussion, which culminated in the adoption of the principle of an observer mission.

The President of French Polynesia also had the opportunity to greet Baron Vaca, the Secretary General of the Forum appointed last month. Blue Pacific Continent 2050 StrategyIt sets out the Forum leaders’ collective long-term vision for the region and a plan for its implementation.

The 18 members were then invited to an economic forum that brought together many Japanese companies. The President of French Polynesia had the opportunity to present the economic pillars of the government’s plan: tourism, blue and green economy, renewable energy and digital economy. He spoke on these topics with relevant Japanese companies, such as Japanese tour operators and companies specializing in ocean thermal energy (OTEC), and even electronics companies such as Toshiba.

The day concluded with a privileged audience at the Imperial Palace with Their Majesties the Emperor, Their Majesties the Empress, Their Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and Her Royal Highness Princess Kako.

Source: Government