Theyve dismantled the institutions.

this will be my second assignment in the United States.With no previous connection to the West Coast until now.

We anticipate the number of Japanese visitors to this region will continue to grow.and increase the export of Japanese food products and alcoholic beverages to the United States.celebrated its 140th anniversary.

following my time at the Embassy of Japan in Washington.By fully tapping into Los Angeless unique position.

I have arrived in Los Angeles feeling both the weight of my mission and the joy of beginning a new life in this great city.

Since joining the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1994.a long-standing nonprofit and certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).

were investing in the future of South L.The announcement was made at VSEDCs annual Partnership Appreciation Mixer on Aug.

VSEDC Board Chair Kecia Washington said.ensuring that these communities continue to thrive with resilience.