Timor-Leste has positioned the development of infrastructure in the port sector as one of the priority issues in its national development plan, and is working to strengthen the country’s maritime transportation network. In addition to the construction and operation of the Port of Tivar, a new international port that will replace the Port of Dili…
Month: February 2023
Project to improve primary health care through strengthening family and community health models
In Nicaragua, the slow improvement of maternal and child health indicators in rural areas has resulted in national disparities, and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases account for a high percentage of all deaths due to the increase in life expectancy and changes in eating habits and lifestyle. Under these circumstances, the…
JTB x Pokey presents “Pokey Travel Box” for lodging reservations in Osaka and Kyoto. Empty box monument also appeared.
JTB will conduct the “2023 Spring Pokey Travel Campaign” in collaboration with Ezaki Glico “Pokey” from February 20 to April 23. A limited number of “Poki Tabi BOX” boxes will be given to those who apply for a trip that includes at least one night’s stay in Osaka or Kyoto at any of the 30…
Meitetsu 1DAY Free Ticket to Nagoya, Real Riddle Solving Game “View Beyond the Rails 2023
Nagoya Railroad and Efex will hold “View Beyond the Rails 2023” from February 22 to July 30 as the second installment of a mystery-solving game that can be enjoyed while touring along the railway line. Visitors can participate in the “Riddle Solving Game 1 Day Free Ticket” (3,500 yen), which includes a “Meitetsu Train 1…
Tokaido Shinkansen EX Service commemorative campaign for 10 million members. EX Lottery” for 1,000 winners every day, special green car, and Dr. Yellow experience ride.
EX Lottery” Campaign EX Service members will be eligible for the “EX Lottery” campaign, in which a total of 1,000 people will win prizes every day. The campaign will run from March 9 to June 16, and the winning right will be used from April 10 to July 14. The prizes are “Weekday Stay and…
Chairman Tanaka meets with World Bank Group President Malpass (online)
JICA President Akihiko Tanaka met online with World Bank Group President David Malpass on February 8. President Tanaka and President Malpas met during the Deep Dive, an annual consultation between the World Bank Group and JICA that has been held every year since 2014, and confirmed a number of achievements in private sector finance, education,…
USJ, SPY x FAMILY Collaboration. Anya’s churritos, kimeirachokan curry buns, etc.
Universal Studios Japan will offer special menus and original goods in a collaborative event with “SPY x FAMILY” to be held at “Universal Cool Japan 2023. A special set inspired by the Forger family, “SPY x FAMILY Beef Stew Set – Forger Family Special Menu” is available only at the park. The main dish features…
JICA-College of Technology Open Innovation Challenge” wins the Prime Minister’s Award at the 5th Japan Open Innovation Awards.
The purpose of this technical college OI is to provide opportunities for technical college students to work on social issues in Africa, to deepen their understanding and interest in global issues, and to seek innovative solutions with their flexible ideas and advanced technical skills. In response to the challenges set by JICA and its African…
Signing of Subordinated Loan Agreement for “Support Project for Small and Micro Businesses” in Palestine (Overseas Investment and Loan): Contributing to improving access to finance for small and micro businesses through the first overseas investment and loan
On December 12, 2022, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed an agreement with Bank of Palestine, a leading private financial institution in the Palestinian territories, to provide US$30 million in subordinated loans, and held a ceremony on February 16 to celebrate the signing. This project will be used to provide loans to small and…
Tokaido Shinkansen arrival and departure chimes, TOKIO “AMBITIOUS JAPAN!” to end around summer.
On February 16, JR Tokai released a new commercial for the Tokaido Shinkansen Line. The commercial depicts a businessman, played by actor Kento Kaku, on a business trip. The commercial depicts a businessman, played by Kento Kaku, on a business trip, and the theme song “Aini Ikou” (composed by Taisei Iwasaki, sung by UA) is…