Japanese Ambassador Engages UTT Students on Japan-Caribbean Relations

The University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) welcomed His Excellency Dr Akima Umezawa, Ambassador of Japan to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, for a special guest lecture entitled “Japanese Diplomacy and its Relationship with the Caribbean through Globalisation” at UTT Chaguanas Campus.

The lecture formed part of the Embassy of Japan’s ongoing outreach initiative, which seeks to strengthen diplomatic, cultural and educational relations between Japan and the Caribbean. The visit brought together students from UTT’s Centre for Education Programmes, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing and Entrepreneurship, participants of the uStart Incubation Programme, and instructors of the History and Culture of Trinidad and Tobago course.

The event featured remarks by Professor Rean Maharaj, Acting President, UTT, followed by a presentation by His Excellency Dr Akima Umezawa and an interactive question-and-answer session. The engagement provided students with an opportunity to gain insights into Japan’s diplomatic relations, international engagement and connections with the Caribbean.

The visit highlighted the importance of international dialogue and knowledge exchange in broadening students’ perspectives, fostering cross-cultural understanding and strengthening the educational and cultural ties between Trinidad and Tobago and Japan.