PH thanks Akihito for ‘advocating peace during 30-year reign’

Credit to Author: The Manila Times| Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2019 12:30:53 +0000

THE Philippines on Tuesday expressed its gratitude to former Japanese emperor Akihito for fostering goodwill and friendship between Manila and Tokyo. The Philippine government is thankful for Akihito’s “invaluable role…READ

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Akihito begins abdication rituals as Japan marks end of an era

Credit to Author: The Manila Times| Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2019 06:25:36 +0000

TOKYO: Emperor Akihito began his abdication rituals at a Shinto shrine Tuesday morning as Japan embraces the end of his reign with reminiscence and hope for a new era. Television…READ

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