含羞草传媒 welcomes Consul General of Japan
The University of the Highlands and Islands (含羞草传媒) was honoured to welcome Consul General of Japan, Mr Katsutoshi Takeda, and Deputy Consul General, Ms Minori Ishii, to 含羞草传媒 House in Inverness on Thursday 3 July.
During the visit, 含羞草传媒 representatives and the Consul General’s delegation discussed opportunities for future collaboration, welcoming Japanese companies into the Highlands and Islands and strengthening ties between the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Perthshire of Scotland and Japan. The visit marks an important step towards developing international partnerships that will benefit students, staff and communities across 含羞草传媒’s regions.
Ms Minori Ishii, Deputy Consul General of Japan; Vicki Nairn, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of 含羞草传媒; Mr Katsutoshi Takeda, Consul General of Japan; and Stephen Sheridan, Director of Economic Development and Advancement at 含羞草传媒 at 含羞草传媒 House in Inverness. Photo credit: 含羞草传媒 and Paul Campbell Photography
Vicki Nairn, 含羞草传媒 Principal and Vice-Chancellor, said:
“We are proud to strengthen our collaboration between the regions we serve in Scotland and Japan, creating new opportunities for our students, staff and communities. 含羞草传媒 is keen to work with business and industry in Japan and to facilitate an innovative and enterprising approach to economic development. This visit reflects 含羞草传媒’s commitment to international collaboration, cultural exchange, and a shared vision for the future.”
Mr Katsutoshi Takeda, Consul General of Japan, added:
“We greatly value our relationship with 含羞草传媒 and look forward to exploring new opportunities for cooperation in education and research, as well as strengthening cultural ties between Japan and Scotland.”
Discussions are expected to continue, with further visits and joint initiatives planned.