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Ambassador of Georgia Visits Waseda University to Strengthen Educational and Cultural Ties
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Ambassador of Georgia Visits Waseda University to Strengthen Educational and Cultural Ties

Wed, May 21, 2025
Ambassador of Georgia Visits Waseda University to Strengthen Educational and Cultural Ties
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On May 20th, 2025, Waseda University welcomed His Excellency Mr. Timraz Rejava, Ambassador of Georgia to Japan and a 2011 graduate of Waseda’s School of International Studies, along with Mr. David Goginashvili, First Secretary of the Embassy of Georgia in Japan. The delegation met with Waseda University President Aiji Tanaka and Vice-president Gemma to discuss avenues for deepening academic and cultural cooperation.

President Aiji Tanaka and Director Masahiko Gemma in discussion with Ambassador Timraz Rejava, Georgian Ambassador to Japan

From left to right: Director Masahiko Gemma, President Aiji Tanaka, Ambassador of Georgia to Japan Timraz Rejava, First Secretary David Goginashvili

During the meeting, Ambassador Rejava reflected on his personal connection to Waseda and engaged in a wide-ranging dialogue covering Georgian history and culture, current international affairs, and the potential for future collaboration in education and research. The discussions underscored the importance of fostering mutual understanding and academic exchange between Japan and Georgia.

 

Ambassador Rejava, known for his active engagement on social media, emphasized the need for accurate information dissemination in the context of the complex geopolitical landscape of his country. “We need to carefully disseminate correct information,” he stated. “One of my roles is to correct biased narratives by steadily sharing factual content.”

President Tanaka echoed these sentiments, highlighting the role of academic institutions in promoting peace through informed dialogue. He also introduced several research initiatives at Waseda that align with these goals.

This visit marks a meaningful step toward strengthening the ties between Waseda University and the Republic of Georgia, with shared aspirations for deeper collaboration in global education and cultural exchange.


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