Kathmandu, Aug. 21
Matsuzaki Mizuki has
assumed his service as the new Chief Representative of the Japan International
Cooperation Agency (JICA) Nepal Office. He has succeeded Okubo Akimitsu, who
concluded his tenure in Nepal on July 31, 2024.
Before assuming this
role, Matsuzaki served as the Director of the Basic Education Team 2 (Africa
Region) the Basic Education Group within JICA's Human Development Department at
the agency's headquarters, JICA said in a statement on Wednesday.
His journey with the
JICA began in July 1998 when he joined as a Japanese Overseas Cooperation
Volunteer in the Philippines. Over his distinguished 26-year career, Matsuzaki
has contributed to various departments and country offices, including those in
Laos, Egypt and Yemen.
He holds a degree in
Physics from Shinshu University, graduating in 1996.
"Matsuzaki has expressed
enthusiasm for working with the JICA Nepal team and reaffirmed his commitment
to supporting the people and government of Nepal in achieving their development
goals," read the statement.
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Japanese Official
Development Assistance (ODA) globally, and Matsuzaki assured to commemorate
this milestone by continuing to enhance developmental efforts in Nepal.
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