Deputy Chief of Mission Ono Sho recently attended the commemoration of the 82nd anniversary of the Leyte Gulf Landings at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park in Palo City, Leyte.
The event was organized by Leyte Governor Carlos Jericho Petilla, and was attended by Palo Mayor Remedios Petilla, Cabinet Secretary Benjamin Abalos, veterans, and representatives from various embassies, among others.
In his remarks, Ono remembered those who have fallen and honored the steadfast service of Filipino veterans to their country.
He also highlighted the deepening cooperation between Japan and the Philippines across various fields, including security and economy.
Reiterating Japan’s unwavering commitment as a peace-loving nation, Ono said he is determined to continue contributing to the rule of law and regional stability, while further strengthening Japan-Philippines relations as the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between them is being celebrated this year.
