Touching farewell from the Japanese Ambassador to Greece with verses by Cavafy
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The Ambassador of Japan to Greece, Mr. Yasuhiro Shimizu, has concluded his tenure in our country, leaving the best of impressions. In a special moment during his farewell speech, the Japanese diplomat chose to express his feelings using the Greek language, which he knows very well.
Mr. Shimizu chose to borrow verses from Constantine Cavafy's famous poem, "The God Abandons Antony." Specifically, he cited the phrase "say goodbye to her, to the Alexandria you are losing," wishing to capture in a poetic way the emotion he feels upon leaving Greece.
This gesture by the Japanese Ambassador drew positive comments, as it demonstrated his respect and love for Greek culture and literature. During his time in the country, Mr. Shimizu worked systematically to strengthen diplomatic and cultural relations between Greece and Japan.
His presence in Athens was characterized by an effort toward meaningful communication with the Greek public, beyond formal diplomatic duties. His choice to speak Greek and refer to a leading Greek poet was a gesture highly appreciated by those in attendance.
In this unique way, Mr. Shimizu bid farewell to Greece, leaving behind a positive image. His tenure is coming to an end, but his love for the Greek language and the country's history remains an important legacy for the relations between the two peoples.
Sources: In.gr
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