Ambassador Maruyama's Lecture on “Japan’s Diplomacy and the Caribbean” at The University of the West Indies (29 October 2026)
2026/10/30
On October 29, 2026, Ambassador Maruyama delivered a lecture entitled “Japanese Diplomacy and the Caribbean” to master’s students of the Department of Government at The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus.
During the lecture, Ambassador Maruyama introduced various aspects of the Japanese society and outlined the fundamental principles of Japan’s foreign policy, including the importance of the Free and Open Pacific (FOIP). The Ambassador also provided an overview of Japan’s relations with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), with particular reference to development cooperation and efforts to address climate change. His presentation was followed by a Q&A session, during which Ambassador Maruyama enjoyed exchanging views on a wide range of topics.
The Embassy of Japan will continue to promote exchanges with academic institutions and younger generations in Jamaica to further strengthen mutual understanding and friendly relations between Japan and Jamaica.
During the lecture, Ambassador Maruyama introduced various aspects of the Japanese society and outlined the fundamental principles of Japan’s foreign policy, including the importance of the Free and Open Pacific (FOIP). The Ambassador also provided an overview of Japan’s relations with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), with particular reference to development cooperation and efforts to address climate change. His presentation was followed by a Q&A session, during which Ambassador Maruyama enjoyed exchanging views on a wide range of topics.
The Embassy of Japan will continue to promote exchanges with academic institutions and younger generations in Jamaica to further strengthen mutual understanding and friendly relations between Japan and Jamaica.
