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WHAT'S
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Welcome Party for the Japanese
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JUAAB organized
a welcome party for H.E. Masayuki Inoue, the new Ambassador of
Japan to Bangladesh on Saturday, 17th June 2006 at 4:30pm in the
JUAAB premises. Around 62 participants, who included JUAAB members
& advisors, educators & professionals from home &
abroad, attended the party. President of JUAAB Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel
Hoq gave a welcome speech. In his speech he stressed on prospects
in Bangladesh-Japan relations & promotion to the establishment
of close education & culture links between the two countries.
Dr. S.I. Khan, Chairman of Advisory Council of JUAAB, Dr. A.K.M.
Moazzem Hussain, General Secretary of JBCCI & member of Advisory
Council of JUAAB and President of JBCCI Mr. Hideo Uneo also spoke
on the occasion. Speaking as chief guest, H.E. Masayuki Inoue,
the Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh, thanked JUAAB for its constructive
role in various issues and hoped that Japan would continue to
support on various JUAAB activities. Madam Hiromi Inoue, wife
of H.E. Masayuki Inoue, addressed as the special guest. The occasion
also included a beautiful cultural function, led by Dr. Monirul
Alam, Cultural Secretary of JUAAB and ended off with a buffet
dinner. The program was conducted by Prof. Dr M.R. Khan Chowdhury,
the General Secretary of JUAAB.
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Seminar On
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Seminar on "Education
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JUAAB together
with the Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh, hosted a national seminar
entitled 'Education in Japan" on 9th June 2006 at 3:30pm
at the BUET Auditorium, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Around 1,000 participants,
who included students from different disciplines, teachers and
professionals from Universities & Institutes, attended the
seminar. JUAAB distributed leaflet, booklet and news on Japanese
Language & Ikebana courses. The seminar began with welcoming
the audience by Asai Takashi, the first secretary of the Japanese
Embassy. Mr. Nishioka Atsui, Executive Director, Student Exchange
Services Department, Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO),
presented aspects of "Higher Education in Japan".
Education Advisor of the Japanese Embassy Dr. Hasina Ferdousi
gave a talk on the "Undergraduate & Graduate Study/Fellowship
Requirements' while Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq, President of JUAAB,
delivered a lecture on "Life & Culture of Japan".
There was also an open discussion with the students, in order
to explore their opinions, interests & job expectation. After
the seminar, the first secretary of the Embassy Asai Takashi hosted
a dinner at "Voot" restaurant, Dhanmondi in honor of
Executive Director of JASSO Nishioka Atsui, Education Advisor
of the Japanese Embassy Dr. Hasina Ferdousi, Deputy Head of Information
& Cultural Section of the Japanese Embassy Mr. Ozawa Yusuke
and Education Advisor of JUAAB Dr. Md. Tajul Islam. The program
was conducted by Mr. Yasuharu Shinto, Head of Information &
Cultural Section of the Japanese Embassy in Bangladesh.
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Ikebana Competition
2006
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Ikebana Competition 2006
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JUAAB took
part in the Ikebana competition in the hall room of AOTS office
premises on Friday, 12th May 2006. This program jointly organized
by AISSA (ABKD Ikebana School Alumni Association), JBCCI and BASS
(Bangladesh AOTS Alumni Association) and supported by the Embassy
of Japan in Bangladesh. Sixteen participants from 3 different
Ikebana Schools took part in the competition. Mr. Takanobu Ameya,
Deputy Head of Information & Cultural Section, Embassy of
Japan in Bangladesh attended the program as the special guest
while Mr. Hideo Uneo, the president of JBCCI was the chief guest
along with other dignitaries participated on the occasion. The
competition was started at 8:30am and continued till 11.45am.
After the program, certificates were given to the participants.
Dr. A.K.M. Moazzem Hussain, General Secretary of JBCCI and member
of Advisory Council of JUAAB conducted the program.
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Book Giving Ceremony
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Book Giving Ceremony
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JUAAB took
part in the "Book Giving Ceremony" at AOTS premises,
Eastern Plaza, Dhaka on Sunday, 7th May 2006. Prof. Dr. A.K.M.
Moazzem Hussain, General Secretary of JBCCI & member of Advisory
Council of JUAAB, Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq, the President of
JUAAB and Prof. Dr. M.R. Khan Chowdhury, the General Secretary
of JUAAB were present at the function along with other dignitaries
participated on the program. JUAAB received Japanese Language
books and audio & video cassettes from AOTS in that occasion.
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Farewell Party 2006
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Farewell Party for the
Outgoing Japanese Ambassador
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JUAAB organized
a farewell party for H.E. Mr. Matsuhsiro Horiguchi, the outgoing
Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh at Emanuel's, a local restaurant
at Gulshan, Dhaka on Friday, 28th April 2006 at 7:00pm. Prof.
Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq, the President of JUAAB presided over the
function. The program was conducted by the General Secretary of
JUAAB, Prof. Dr. M.R. Khan Chowdhury.
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JLPT & JLC
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Japanese Language Proficiency
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Certificate Giving Ceremony
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JUAAB organized
the 6th "Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) Certificate
Giving Ceremony 2006" at the seminar room of JUAAB premises
on Saturday, 1st April 2006 at 5:00pm. This year, 24 Bangladeshi
and other international students have received the JLPT certificate
through JUAAB. JLPT was held at the Institute of Modern Language,
University of Dhaka on 4th December 2005. Mr. Takanobu Ameya,
Deputy Head of Information & Cultural Section of the Embassy
of Japan in Bangladesh attended the function as the chief guest
where President of JUAAB Prof. Dr. M. Hozammel Hoq presided over
the function. Prof. Dr. M.R. Khan Chowdhury, General Secretary
of JUAAB conducted the program.
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IML Day 2006
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International Mother Language
Day 2006
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At present,
"International Mother Language Day (IMLD)" is observing
worldwide to show deep respect to the Bangladeshi martyrs of Language
Movement occurred in 1952. This is a very special memorable day
for the nation of Bangladeshi. JUAAB has been observing the day
from a different point of view over last few years. To observe
the 4th IMLD, this year JUAB had chalked out an elaborated program
at TSC Auditorium, University of Dhaka on February 18th 2006 at
5:00pm. ntv, a domestic satellite TV recorded the whole program
and aired on 21st February at 12:15pm.
H.E.
Mr. Matsushiro Horiguchi, Ambassador of Japan, H.E. Mr. Chai Xi,
Ambassador of China and H.E. Mr. Ferit Eargin, Ambassador of Turkey
attended the occasion as the special guests. H.E. Mr. Chai Xi
made a speech in Bengali. Vice Chancellor Prof S.M.A. Faiz along
with Pro-Vice Chancellor A.F.M. Yusuf Haider, University of Dhaka
attended the program as chief and special guests. President of
JUAAB Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq presided over the function. Prof.
Dr. M. R. Khan Chowdhury, General Secretary of JUAAB made a welcome
speech while Vice President I of JUAAB Dr. Saha Ataur Rahman was
the convener and conducted the program.
Seventeen
nationals from different countries, Nepal, Japan, Indonesia, Jordan,
Turkey, Iran, and France participated in Bangla speech and solo
music contests. Two Judges Panels for Bengali speech and music
contest were formed. The Judges panels for speech contest were
Dr. A.K.M. Moazzem Hussain, Dr. Md. Mahfuzul Hoque, Prof. Dr.
Aminul Islam and Prof. Dr. Khorshed Alam where Dr. Shah Ataur
Rahman, Dr. A.F.M. Mohibur Rahman, Dr. Munirul Alam and. Prof.
Dr. Shamima Nasrin Shahed were the Judges for the music contest.
Among 12 participants in Bangla speech contest, Mrs. Yasuko Bhuiyan
from Japan and Mrs. Jeena Hamadani from Iran both received 1st
award where Mrs. Imam Ibrahim Al Sharif from Jordan and Dr. Shin
Won Lee from Korea along with Mrs. Tomoko Kaneko from Japan got
2nd and 3rd prizes. Among 7 contesters in Bangla solo music competition,
Ms. Shiva Shahidi from Iran, Ms. Khana Mizuta from Japan and Mr.
Syed Shabbir from India got 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes. The program
was followed by a colorful cultural performance & fashion
show.
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Ikebana Workshop
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Ikebana Demonstration &
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JUAAB organized
an "Ikebana Demonstration & Workshop 2006" in the
hall room of JUAAB office premises on Thursday, 2nd February 2006.
Eleven participants from different Ikebana Schools took part in
the competition. Prof. Dr. A.K.M. Moazzem Hussain, General Secretary
of JBCCI & member of Advisory Council of JUAAB attended the
program as the chief guest while Prof. Monowara Islam, the principal
of Ikebana course in JUAAB and late Prof. Husna Banu Khanam, an
eminent Ikebana expert were the special guests. The program was
started at 9:00am and continued till 12:00pm. After the program,
certificates were given to the participants. Mr. Kazyo Zoha, an
Ikebana expert & advisor of JUAAB conducted the program
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Discover Japan Show
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Discover Japan Show
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JUAAB took
part in the "Discover Japan Show 2006" at the Nalinikanta
Bhattashali Hall, National Museum, Dhaka on Saturday, 13th &
14th February 2006. This program was jointly organized by the
Dhaka Japanese Language Institute, Bangladesh-Japan Friendship
Association and the Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh. Prof S.M.A.
Faiz, Vice Chancellor, University of Dhaka was present as the
chief guest while H.E. Mr. Matsuhsiro Horiguchi, Ambassador of
Japan to Bangladesh attended the function as the special guest
along with other dignitaries participated on the occasion. JUAAB
distributed brochures, leaflet, booklet (on Japanese Language
& Ikebana courses) and "JUAAB News Letter" among
the visitors.
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Ikebana Show in City
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Ikebana
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An Ikebana
show and certificate giving ceremony has been organized by Japanese
Universities Alumni Association in Bangladesh (JUAAB) at its office
premises dated on January 21, 2006. Mr. Yasuharu Shinto, Director
Information and cultural secretary, Embassy of Japan to Bangladesh
attended the program as the Chief Guest while Dr. A.K.M Mozammel
Hossain, Prof. Monowara Islam, the principal of Ikebana course
in JUAAB and Dr. Shah Ataur Rahman Vice president I of JUAAB were
the special guest along with other dignitaries participant in
the function. Prof. M. Mozammel Hoq, the president of JUAAB presided
over the function. The program was conducted by General Secretary
of JUAAB, Prof. Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan chowdhury.
Ikebana show
was started at 10 A.M & continues till 4:30 P.M. The Ikebana
show was followed by certificate giving ceremony. The style and
sophistication of Ikebana has attracted people all over the world.
But to become a master of Ikebana, one needs training and practice.
JUAAB can assist them by a three-month course.
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AGM'05
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The 5th Annual General
Meeting of JUAAB
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The 5th Annual
General Meeting (AGM) of JUAAB was held on 24th December 2005
at 3:00pm in the "Dilkhusha Hall" of Hotel Purbani International,
Dhaka. All members & Advisory Council of JUAAB were took part
in the AGM. Prof. Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdhury, General
Secretary of JUAAB presented the annual report and the financial
report was presented by Dr. A.F.M. Mohibur Rahman, Treasurer of
JUAAB. The AGM unanimously approved the annual report and the
financial report for the year 2005-2006. The floor was then open
to all for discussion on reports presented, constitution amendment
and approval. Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq, President of JUAAB presided
over the meeting. The General meeting ended off with thanks by
the Vice President I, Dr. Shah Ataur Rahman.
At 6:00pm
in the evening, the 2nd part of AGM was held in "Jalshaghar"
of the Hotel Purbani International. The cultural program started
with recitation of 'The Holy Quran". President of JUAAB Prof
Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq delivered the welcome speech. H.E. Mr. Matsushiro
Horiguchi, the Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh graced the occasion
as the special guest and delivered a thoughtful speech. Prof.
Dr. M. Asaduzzaman, Chairman of University Grants Commission of
Bangladesh attended the meeting as the chief guest and gave a
talk. Cultural program, led by Dr. Munirul Alam, Cultural Secretary
of JUAAB, was followed by a dinner.
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Hiroshima-Nagasaki
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5th Reunion Report of
the Former Students in Japan
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The 5th re-union
of the former students of Japanese Universities from Southwest
Asian, Middle Eastern and Central Asian countries was held in
Tokyo from 4th to 10th December 2005, organized by the Cultural
Affair's Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), Government
of Japan. Two members, General Secretary Prof. Dr. M.R. Khan Chowdhury
and Cultural Secretary Dr. Munirul Alam of JUAAB attended the
program. Participants were arrived at the Narita International
Airport on 4th December 2005 and stayed at the Tokyo Prince Hotel,
Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
The 5-day
program began in the morning of 5th December 2005 with a general
orientation. Mr. Anton Wicky, Professor of Ohu University delivered
a lecture in the afternoon. After coffee break, Prof. Masayuki
Yamaguchi, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, University
of Tokyo gave a speech. A grand reception party was hosted by
Mr. Masaki Okada, Director General, Public Diplomacy Department,
MoFA, Government of Japan, in honor of the diplomats from South-West
Asian countries in Tokyo, Professors and friends of the former
alumni association of the Japanese Universities and various NGOs.
The following
day from 10:00am to 11:30am, Haiku poet Ms. Madoka Mayuzumi gave
a valuable talk. The participants took official photographs from
11:50am to 12:00pm. A special lunch for the participants was hosted
by Mr. Masaki Okada, Director General, Public Diplomacy Department,
MoFA. In the evening, JASSO (Japan Student Services Organization)
Executive Director Atsushi Nishioka delivered a well-thought lecture
at the Tokyo International Exchange Center.
On 3rd day,
the program was started with a lecture by Mr. Hiroaki Takiguchi,
Deputy Director, Policy Planning Division, Waste Management and
Recycling Department, Ministry of Environment, Japan at MoFA room
no 893 (South Wing). The program also included a visit to Tokyo
Pet bottle Recycling Company and Panasonic Center, Tokyo. The
delegates were busy with their partnership renewal program till
the end of 5-day program. The participants exchanged their ideas,
experiences, views, news & opinion and extended their hand
for promoting friendship with Japan. Former students from different
countries with Japanese degree(s) made memorable and significant
days in the 5th re-union program in Japan.
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SAFJUAA
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Bangladesh represents
first time President of
"South Asian Fedation
of the Japanese University Alumni Associations"
(SAFJUAA)
Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq
First President of SAFJUAA
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Bangladesh
will lead the SAFJUAA from the day of signing of the charter.
Prof. Dr. M.Mozammel Hoq has been selected the first president
of the SUFJUAA who did contribution for establishing the SUFJUAA.
The charter of SUFJUAA was signed in Tokyo in the presence of
Director General and Director of the Public Diplomatic Department,
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Japan on December 6,
2005 at 11:35 A.M.
The
first meeting for the establishment of the proposed Japanese Universities
Alumni Associations of the South Asian Region was held at Kathmandu
on March 29, 2005. Delegates from Japanese Universities Alumni
Associations of Bangladesh (JUAAB), Monbukagakusho Alumni Association
of Pakistan (MAAP), Japanese Graduates Alumni Association of Sri
Lanka (JAGAAS) and Japanese Universities Students' Association
of Nepal (JUSAN) attended the meeting while Monbusho scholars
Association of India (MOSAI) participated through correspondence.
Prof.
Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdury, Mr. Rajib from India, Mr. Pokharel
from Nepal, Mr. Sinwari from Pakistan and Mr. Nirmalsri from Sri
Lanka signed on behalf of their respective organizations.
SAFJUAA
will act as a bridge between the people of Bangladesh and South
Asia in the fields of Seminars, conferences, workshops, research,
cultural and technical exchange, to publish jointly journals and
get strengthen the links between SAFJUAA and Japan by exchanging
delegates, effective communications and by any other means.
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JPT-2005
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JLPT Examination 2005
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JUAAB and the Embassy of Japan jointly conducted the Japanese
Language proficiency Test (JLPT) for fifth time in Dhaka on December
4, 2005 at the Institute of Modern Language. The test was held
worldwide on the same day under auspices of Japanese Foundation.
A total of 130 students from 21 language schools in Dhaka, Khulna
and Chittagong participated in the test four levels.
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Essay Competition 05
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Certificate and Prize
Giving Ceremony of Essay Competition 2005
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JUAAB organized
an essay contest for higher secondary level students (class XI and
XII) nationwide. The natural disaster can not constraint for development:
"A good number of student participated in the competition.
Crest, certificate and other gifts were distributed to the winners.
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Seminar'05
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International Seminar
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A comprehensive Disaster Management Plan for Bangladesh
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Japanese Universities Alumni Association in Bangladesh and CIRDAP
Jointly organized a seminar on " A comprehensive Disaster Management
Plan for Bangladesh" on September 13, 2005 at CIRDAP Auditorium,
at 3:00 P.M.
H.E. Chowdhury
Kamal Ibne Yusuf, M.P., Minister of Food and Disaster Management
Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh & H.E. Matsushiro
Horiguchi, Honorable Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh were present
as the chief guest and special guest on the occasion. Welcome
address by Prof. M. Mozammel Hoq, President of JUAAB.
Dr. S. I.
Khan, former Disaster Management Planner of United Nations, was
the keynote speaker.
Dr. Y. KAIDA,
Professor Emeritus, Kyoto University, Japan, Mr. Rafiqul Mohammed,
Director General, DMB, took part in discussion.
Participants were entitled to take part in open discussion.
Dr. M. U.
Ahmed, Director (Research), CIRDAP summarized the discussion.
The meeting
was presided over by the Director General, CIRDAP Dr. Durge P.
Paudyal, Director-General, and CIRDAP. It was attended by huge
number of participants. It ended with vote of thanks by Prof.
Dr. Khurshed Alam Bhuiyan, Convenor Seminar Committee, JUAAB.
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Japan Trade Fair'05
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JAPAN TRADE FAIR 2005 HELD
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On the occasion of the Japan Trade Fair diplomatic relations between
Bangladesh and Japan was strengthened. The main objective of this
fair was to support the economy of Bangladesh and also promote bilateral
trade between Bangladesh and Japan. The trade fair was held at a
city hotel (Hotel Sheraton) in Dhaka on September 8, 9 & 10,
2005. H.E.Mr. M. Morshed Khan, MP Honorable Minister for Foreign
Affairs, Govt. of the People's Republic of Bangladesh was present
as the chief guest. H.E.Mr.Matsushiro Horiguchi, Honorable Ambassador
of Japan to Bangladesh & H.E.Mr.Mahmudur Rahman, Honorable Advisor,
Ministry of Power, Energy & Mineral Resources, Govt. of the
People's Republic of Bangladesh & Executive Chairman of BOI,
were present as the special guest. JUAAB participated in the trade
fair at Tennis court of Sheraton Hotel. The booth of JUAAB stall
was Tennis court No. 5. It was a very nice and attractive stall
among other stalls.
JUAAB distributed
brochure, leaflet, Newsletter, Membership form, JDS scholarship
form and displayed the activities of JUAAB through banner, festoons,
Ikebana show apart from the Japanese culture. 86 companies participated
in the 3 days long show.
JUAAB took
part also on "IKEBANA" competition and a seminar on
"Study in Japan".Barrister Nazmul Huda, Honorable Communicatin
Minister inaugurated the IkEBANA competition and seminar.The participant
were Dr. Ayesha Jahan,Nafisa Ali,Nasrin Haque, Tahmina Joarder
and Zeenat are Khan in the Ikeban competition. The lively seminar
was presented by Prof. Dr. Aminul Islam & Dr. Md. Shamsul
Alam on behalf of JUAAB. The both occasion was held on September
9, 2005 at 8:00 A.M to 9:00 A.M & 3:00 P.M to 5:00 P.M respectively
at ballroom. The seminar ended with a lively questions and answer
session between the audiences and the speakers.
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Orientation'05
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Orientation Seminar for
Monbukagakusho Scholarship Grantees 2005
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An
orientation seminar for Monbukagakusho Scholarship grantees was
held on Saturday, August 27, 2005 in Multipurpose Hall, BIAM at
5 pm. JUAAB, as the authorized forum for the Bangladesh Alumni of
Japanese Universities, hosted the program to give some overview
on the life and education system in Japan. This year 122 students
have received the scholarship to undertake postgraduate studies
at different universities in Japan. Japan, as the single largest
bilateral donor, made great contribution to human resource development
of Bangladesh.
President
of JUAAB, Prof. Dr. Mozammel Hoq presided over the meeting. In his
address, the president emphasized the need of most sophisticated
art of dealing with the Japanese, while staying in Japan. In the
field of education, students are the ambassadors from Bangladesh.
Their activities will exhibit the picture of Bangladeshi people.
Our national image would be enhanced. And for all these, they need
to learn Japanese language. They can create closer relationship
with the Japanese if they have good command on Japanese language.
It will also help cultural exchange between Japan and Bangladesh.
The
program was conducted by the General Secretary of JUAAB, Prof. Dr.
Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdhury. He started the seminar congratulating
the recipients of the scholarship.
Dr.
S. I. Khan, chairman of advisory council of JUAAB, mention that
the students must uphold dignity and maintain time which Japanese
people like most. Through sincerity they have to prove their commitment
to get higher degree. He elaborated further that a matured person
can differentiate between vice and virtue, wrong and right and this
can be depicted through thoughts and behavior in day to day activities.
We should be respectful to the Japanese people who are helping us
for education in Japan.
Mr.
Takanobu Ameya, Deputy Head, Information and Cultural Division,
Embassy of Japan, in his speech expressed that more than 7200 Bangladeshi
students were provided with the scholarship since the inceptions
of the Monbukagakusho scholarship in 1955.
Prof.
Aminul Islam, Dr. Munirul Alam, Dr. Hasina Ferdousi and Dr. Shah
Ataur Rahman took part in the discussion.
The
meeting was attended by huge number of participants. Participants
were entitled to take part in the discussion. The seminar ended
with a lively question and answer session between the grantees and
the speakers.
Prof.
Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdhury concluded the program with a vote
of thanks.
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Hiroshima-Nagasaki
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Hiroshima-Nagasaki Day
2005
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JUAAB
has arranged to observe Hiroshima-Nagasaki Day on the 7th August
2005 at National Museum, Shahbag, Dhaka. Speakers unanimously resented
over the nefarious action and called for global resistance to such
an event of nude barbarism.
Mrs.
Selima Rahman, Hon'ble State Minister for Cultural Affairs, spoke
on the occasion as the chief guest. Prof. Dr. Moazmmel Hoq, president
of JUAAB, General Secretary of JUAAB, Prof. M.R Khan Chowdhury,
Mr. Hidetoshi Ukita, minister of Japanese Embassy, keynote speaker,
Mr. Mahfuz Anam, Editor, The Daily Star delivered speeches.
Global
movement against nuclear weapons has to be initiated. The curse
threating civilization needs identification and exterminate arms
race from the soil of the earth. Aspiration of the warring nations
must be curbed. The present young generation must be made aware
of the fury and havoc caused by the use of nuclear weapons.
Instead
nuclear poser can be used for agriculture. Green revolution being
thought of today can be materialized through use of nuclear power.
The
use of atomic bombs on human being is an act of insanity. It needs
condemnation by the world community. With the growth of civilization
each and every nation is looking for a world free from the fear
of barbarism.
If
we see a child going to school or a baby holding feeding bottle
probably not even a heinous person can imagine the use of nuclear
bomb. Because, only a crazy, insane person can think of performing
such a misdeed.
Power
mongering nations lose senses while attempting to create instance
which is not only inhuman but filthiest too.
Test
of nuclear bombs pollute air massively causing threat to human life.
So, let's take oath in the name of our creator that we would never
tolerate nude barbaric action which generates detestation. World
community in one voice must come up and resist possession and use
of nuclear weapons.
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Seminar
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Seminar on Disaster as
an opportunity for development
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Japanese Universities Alumni Association in Bangladesh and the Department
of Urban & Regional Planning of BUET jointly organized a seminar
on the 24th of July 2005 in Seminar Hall, Civil Engineering Bhaban,
BUET at 5:00 P.M.
Dr.
S. I. Khan, former Disaster Management Planner of United Nations,
was the key note speaker.
Dr.
Sarwar Jahan, Former V.C, Khulna University & Dr. Golam Rahman,
Professor, URP, BUET took part in discussion.
Participants
were entitled to take part in open discussion.
Dr.
K.M Maniruzzaman, Prof. and head, URP, BUET summarized the discussion.
The
meeting was presided over by the president of JUAAB. Prof. Dr. Mozammel
Hoq. It was attended by huge number of participants. The program
was conducted by the General Secretary of JUAAB, Prof. Dr. Mahfuzur
Rahman Khan Chowdhury. It ended with vote of thanks by Dr. Khorshed
Alam Bhuiyan, Coordinator Seminar Committee, JUAAB.
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JDS
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JDS Scholarship
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The Government of Bangladesh established the Japanese Grant Aid
for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) by the assistance
of the government of Japan in 2001. The objective of the JDS is
to provide Bangladeshi citizens to study in Japan at Master level,
for systematic and planned human resource development targeting
young civil servants in order to support national efforts to achieve
social and economic development in Bangladesh. JDS fellows are expected
to acquire expert knowledge and build researcher and human networks
in Japan to use such knowledge and take an active role in practically
solving the problems that Bangladesh is facing with respect to social
and economic development.
JUAAB
was entrusted by Japan international cooperation enter (JICE) for
the distribution of application forms for JDS for graduate level
studies in the field of law, public Administration, Economics, International
Relations, ICT (Telecommunication), Medical Administration, Education,
Environmental policy in different Universities in Japan. This year
twenty (20) scholarships will be offered to study in Japan for commencement
in 2006 - 2007.
The
decision to involve JUAAB in the application form disbursement process
along with other relevant objectives followed a meeting between
JICE & JUAAB in the seminar room of JUAAB office under chairmanship
of prof. Dr. M. Muzmmel Hoq, president of the Association. JICE
was represented by MS. Makiko Hagiwara and MS. Tumoko Maeda from
the Second International Students Affairs Division, International
exchanges Department of JICE. Dr. Md. Shamsul Alam, Education Advisor,
represented JUAAB at the meeting.
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Ikebana Show
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Ikebana Show and Certificate
Giving Ceremony of Ikebana in JUAAB
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JUAAB conducted an Ikebana Show in the hall room at JUAAB office
premises. Mr.Takanobu Ameya, the Deputy Director, Embassy of Japan
to Bangladesh attended the program as the chief guest while Dr.
A..K.M Moazzem Hussain, Prof. Monowara Islam, the principal of Ikebana
course in JUAAB and Dr. Shah Atuar Raman, Vice president I of JUAAB
were the special guests along with other dignitaries participated
on the occasion. Prof. M. Mozammel Hoq, the president of JUAAB presided
over the meeting. The program was conducted by the General Secretary
of JUAAB, Prof. Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdhury.
The
course will be started in its own premises initially with 11 students.
The history of Ikebana (Japanese Style of Flower Arrangement Course)
is age old in Japan. The style and sophistication of Ikebana has
attracted people all over the world. But to become a master of Ikebana,
one needs training and practice. Thus one may acquire tricks and
tips of arranging flower in different ways that would enhance the
beauty of place and peace in mind. JUAAB, an association of Bangladeshi
nationals who earned their degrees in Japan, is introducing artistry
of Ikebana in Bangladesh.
Ikebana
show was started at 10 A.M & continues till 4:30 P.M. After
the program was over a certificate giving ceremony was held. JUAAB
can assist them by a three-month course.
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The 34th Independence Day of Bangladesh
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On the occasion
of the observation of 34th Independence Day of Bangladesh, Japanese
Universities Alumni Associates in Bangladesh (JUAAB), organized
a seminar on " Independence of Bangladesh & the role
of Japan". A colorful ceremony was organized by JUAAB on
the 23rd March at 3-30 p.m. in TSC auditorium of Dhaka University.
The occasion
was graced as the chief guest by Prof. Dr. Mosharef Hossain Khan,
Vice-chancellor of Ahsanullah science & Technology University.
As special guest Mr. Matsushino Horiguchi, the Ambasador of Japan
to Bangladesh was present.
Prof. Dr.
Ataur Rahman, Director, Japan studies center & Dr. Mustafizur
Rahman, Director General, International Institute of Industry
& Technology spoke on the occassion. Painting competition
was held for the children of JUABB members on the struggle for
independence. The winners were given prizes, certificates &
crests.
It was presided
over by Prof Dr. Mozammel Hoq, president of JUAAB. Prof. Dr. Mahfuzur
Rahman Khan Chowdhury, General Sec of JUAAB spoke on the occasion.
Members of the 34th Independence Day celebration committee, Dr.
Mahfuzul Haque, Dr. Monirul Alam, Dr. Obaidul Islam &
Dr. Oman Ibne Faizur Rahman extended overall supervision.
A cultural
program, headed by renowned Music, Director Mr. Azad Rahman was
held & it was appreciated by the spectators Dr. Shah Atuar
Rahman, Vice President I of JUAAB conducted the program.
It may be mentioned here that JUAAB came into being during early part of
2000 AD through direct cooperation of the then Japanese Ambassador
to Bangladesh, Mr. Ziro Kobawasti & by now JUAAB is being
appreciated by the elites of our nation as a disciplined and well-established
organization.
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Ekushe February
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International Mother Language
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Foreign
nationals residing in Bangladesh took part in Bangla speech and
solo music contest, on Saturday, February 19, 2005 at 3:30 P.M in
the auditorium of Dhaka University. The contest was organized by
JUAAB to observe the International Mother Language Day. Eleven participants
took part in Bangla speech contest & nine participants took
part in Bangla solo music contest.
The
occasion was graced by Vice-chancellor of Dhaka University as Chief
guest and Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Mr. Matsushiro Horiguchi
as a Special guest. The association president, Prof. M. Mozammel
Hoq, presided over the inaugural session. while the association
general secretary, Prof. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdury, was also
present. Dr. Sarder A. Nayeem was the convenor of the program.
A
Japanese speaker stated that the language and hospitality of the
people of Bangladesh are impressive. Deep respect was shown to the
martyrs of language movement.
In
Bangla solo music contest, participants from Nepal, India, Srilanka,
Jordan, Indonesia, Iran, Japan and Korea song, Bengali songs and
the spectators were found to have been clapping repeatedly.
A
cultural show followed the contest and huge number of spectators
enjoyed the show. The winners in the contest were given certificate
and crests by JUAAB.
In
speech contest the best performer was given 10-volume PDR in Bengali
published by the Asiatic Society of Bangladesh.
It
may be noted here that "Channel I" was arranged to record
the entire program. This program was broadcasted on the 23rd, 24th
& 31st March 2005 at 4:20 P.M.
JUAAB
play's vital role in the field of cultural exchange between Bangladesh
and Japan along with other foreign countries. Higher studies of
Bangladeshi students in Japan and other countries are being promoted
significantly and would continue to rise further day by day.
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AGM-2004
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Fourth Annual General
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The
4th Annual General Meeting of JUAAB was held on Friday, December
17, 2004 at 3:00 P.M in the hotel (Hotel Purbani International),
Dhaka. Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq presided over the meeting.
Dr. Sarder A. Nayeem, General Secretary of the Association presented
the annual report & Dr. AFM Mohibur Rahman presented the financial
report. His Excellency Mr. Matsushiro Horiguchi, the Honorable Ambassador
of Japan to Bangladesh graced the occasion as the chief guest and
Prof. Dr. M. A. Hadi, Vice Chancellor, BSMMU and Prof. Dr. Md. Amirul
Islam, Vice Chancellor, BAU were the special guest.
Annual
General Meeting followed by a cultural program was held. Renowned
artists rendered songs, dances. The AGM unanimously approved the
annual report and the financial report for the year 2003-2004. The
floor was then open to the audience for discussion reports presented
and matters related to Agenda.
An election of the 3rd executive committee was held before the AGM.
The following personnel were elected, uncontested, in different
posts for the year 2005-2006.
1. Prof. Dr. M. Mozammel Hoq
President
2. Dr. Shah Ataur Rahman Vice
President I
3. Dr. Sarder A. Nayeem Vice
President II
4. Prof. Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdhury
General Secretary
5. Dr. AFM Mohibur Rahman-
Treasurer
6. Prof. Dr. Md. Mahfuzul Hoque
Joint Secretary
7. Dr. Md. Afzal Hossain Bachchu Research
and Publication Secretary
8. Dr. Munirul Alam Cultural
Secretary
The
following members were elected by contest.
1. Prof. Dr. Aminul Islam Member
2. Dr. Ahmed Md. Kabir Member
3. Prof. Dr. Shamima Nasrin Shahed Member
4. Prof. Dr. Khorshed Alam Member
5. Dr. Hasina Ferdousi Member
6. Omar Ibna Faizur Rahman Member
7. Dr. A.B.M. Obaidul Islam
Member
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AGM-2003
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THIRD ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
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The
Third Annual General Meeting (AGM) of JUAAB was held on a city Hotel
(Hotel Sundarban),the 26th December 26, 2003. Mr. M. Morshed Khan
the Foreign Minister attended the meeting as the Chief Guest. Mr.
Matsushiro Horiguchi of Ambassador Japan and Prof. M.A. Fayez, Vice
Chancellor of Dhaka University was present as the Special Guests.
Prof. M. Mozammel Hoq, the President of JUAAB presided the meeting.
Dr. A. Nayeem, General Secretary of JUAAB presented the Annual Report
of JUAAB. Dr. A.F.M. Mohibur Rahman the treasurer of JUAAB presented
the financial report.
The floor was
then open to the audiences for discussions on the reports presented
and matter related to the agenda. Prof. Md. Khalilur Rahmand proposed
to distribute a copy of financial report to all the members as to
know about the financial matter of JUAAB. Dr. Md. Aftabuddin &
Dr. Nadira Islam in their discussion proposed not to reduce the
membership fees.
The AGM unanimously
approved the Annual Report and the Financial Report for the year
2002-2003 and decided to discuss the amendment of constitution relate
to memberly fees in a separate General meeting. An amendment was
made for advisory council
Also decided that there will be an amendment and the age requirements
of Advisors will be reduced from 25 to 20 years.
A seminar on
"Japan's Road to Success and Directors for Bangladesh"
was also held on this occasion, which was presented by Prof. Ataur
Rahman of Dhaka University.
After the seminar,
a cultural program was conducted by JUAAB Cultural Secretary Dr.
Monirul Alam with songs, dance, music rendered by a number of Artists
under the supervision of renowned music director Mr. Azad Rahman.
A nice enjoyable raffle draw was conducted by Vice President Dr.
Shah Ataur Rahman.
Professor Dr.
M. Afzal Hossain Bachchu, Research & Publication Secretary of
JUAAB received 1st and 3rd Prizes from Honarable Foreign Minister,
Mr. M. Morshed Khan and Amnassador of Japan, His excellency Mr.
matsisjorp Jprogicjo res[ectove;u wjo;e Professor Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman
Khan Chowdhury, member of JUAAB received 2nd Prize from Vice Chancellor
of Dhaka University, Prof. M.A. Fayez.
Dr. Shah Ataur
Rahman,Vice President of JUAAB concluded the program with a vote
of thanks.
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JLCOJLC
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Japanese Language Course
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Japanese
Language today, as we all know, is very important language of the
present world. More and more people are showing interest to learn
Japanese Language. A course on Japanese language has been initiated
by JUAAB. The number of student is more than expectation.
JUAAB
aims to promote exchange of academic, scientific, technological
and cultural activities between to two friendly countries. As a
past of time, JUAAB introduce a Japanese Language and orientation
course.
The
course is of 3 months duration offered twice a year. The purpose
of the course is to enable students to gain proficiency in Japanese
language. It would help business community of our country find opportunity
to come in contact with their Japanese counterpart.
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Ikebana
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Ikebana in JUAAB
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Ikebana-Japanese
Style of flower arrangement course was introduced by JUAAB. The
history of Ikebana is age old in Japan. Love of flower is as old
as human civilization. Flowers are arranged neatly and symbolically.
It is a fascinating art. It is the elegance of composition using
minimum flowers and leaves. People are gathering and preserving
flower from time immemorial. It is the beauty, color, scent and
form of the flower that made it so precious. People used to keep
flower in their home, office and public places. The beauty of flower
partly depends on its arrangement. One of the Japanese ways of arranging
fresh flower is Ikebana. Training and practice are required to master
on Ikebana. JUAAB introduces artistry of Ikebana in Bangladesh.
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Essay Competition
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The
Japanese Universities Alumni Association in Bangladesh (JUAAB) in
cooperation with the Embassy of Japan organized an essay contest
for the students of class XI and XII. The essay title was "The
Role of Patriotism in National Development for Bangladesh: Japan's
Experience and Example". All well- reputed colleges of different
districts were participated. The total numbers of participants were
45. Crest, certificates and other gifts were distributed among the
winners
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Drawing Contest
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Drawing Competition for
children
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A
drawing competition was organized by JUAAB on the occasion of the
Independence Day program for the children of JUAAB members and Japanese
school in Bangladesh on Saturday, March 5, 2005 at 3:30 P.M in the
seminar room of JUAAB. The participants were divided into two age
group as follow:
1)
Children up to six years of age (Free drawing)
2) Children from 7-10 years of age (Subject based drawing)
Crests,
certificates and other gifts were given among the winner by His
Excellency Mr. Matsushiro Horiguchi, Ambassador of Japan on the
occasion of Independence Day of Bangladesh 2005. The ceremony was
colourful and very attractive. It was enjoyed by all who attended.
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Certificate Giving
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JLPT & JLCOJLC Certificate
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The
Japanese Language Proficiency Test was held at the premises of the
Institute of Modern Language University of Dhaka on December 05,
2004. The test is held worldwide on the same day on the auspices
of Japan Foundation.
The test was held in Bangladesh for the fourth time. The test in
Dhaka was administrated by JUAAB in association with the Embassy
of Japan in Bangladesh. The test is held in four levels with a total
of 109 students from 15 language schools in Dhaka & Chittagong.
Distinguished speakers who spoke on the occasion were the Advisory
Council Chairman of JUAAB Dr. Moazzem Hossain, Dr. S.I. Khan, member
of advisory council, Dr. Hasina, member of EC JUAAB & Mr. Watanahe,
teacher of Japanese Language Course, JUAAB. JUAAB hosted a certificate
giving ceremony, 2004 at JUAAB premises on the 9th April 2005 at
3.30 pm.
Twenty-nine
students of JLCOJLC were distributed certificates. It may be recalled
here with gratitude the great contribution of Japan to the development
of human resource in Bangladesh. The JLPT program is one of its
contributions.
JUAAB,
as the authorized forum of the Bangladeshi alumni of Japanese Universities,
hosted the programme to give overview on the life and education
system in Japan.
Prof.
Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman Khan Chowdhury, General Seretary of JUAAB, conducted
the program. He started the proceeding by congratulating the recipients
of the JLPT certificates & thanks to all the guests.
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Education Fair
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Outreach Program (Education Fair) in Mymensingh
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The
second Education Fair on higher studies in Japan was organized jointly
by the Embassy of Japan, Dhaka & JUAAB at the Bangladesh Agriculture
University Mymensingh on the 29th March 2005. About 300 graduates
from Agriculture University took part. The program was divided into
two sessions. The inaugural session was chaired by Prof. Dr. M.
Amiul Islam.
Prof.
Dr. Md. Amirul Islam, Vice chancellor Agriculture University, Mymenshing
graced the occasion as the chief guest. Dr. S.I.Khan & Mr. Yasuharu
Shinto was special guests, Prof. Dr. M. Aminul Islam spoke on the
occasion.
Dr.S.I.Khan & Dr. Md. Shamsul Alam made power point presentation
of JUAAB activities in brief. The Chief Guest's address was followed
by the keynote address by Dr. Hasina Ferdousi, Education Advisor
of the Embassy of Japan. The theme of her speech was to provide
a guideline to the graduates desiring to go to Japan for higher
studies.
Dr.
Ferdousi furnished list of scholarships provided by Japan for higher
studies in Japan & very lucidly explained the methodologies
needed to be followed to apply for different scholarships as well
as the deadline for submitting application.
She further explained elaborately educational system & social
life in Japan & requested the Japanese graduates to maintain
contact will the Embassy of Japan, Dhaka, on return to Bangladesh
& JUAAB office for membership.
Dr.S.I.Khan gave information on Japanese scholarship through power
point. Leaflet, brochure & newsletter were distributed by JUAAB
among the participants.
The participants were requested to contact Education Advisor of
JUAAB in JUAAB office for further information of the system of Education
in Japan.
At
the end of education fair a film show was arranged by the Embassy
of Japan in the second session.
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Orientation
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Orientation of Monbukagakusho Grantees 2004 Hosted by JUAAB
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JUAAB hosted an orientation seminar
at BIRDEM Auditorium on Friday, August 20, 2004, at 3:00 p.m. for
the 2004 Monbukagakusho scholarship grantees from Bangladesh. This
program was sponsored by the Embassy of Japan. This year one hundred
and eleven Bangladeshi students have received the Monbukagakusho
(popularly known as Monbusho) scholarship to undertake postgraduate
studies at different universities in Japan.Japan had made a great
contribution to human resource development of Bangladesh as the
single largest bilateral donor. Every year, many students go to
Japan for higher studies with Monbukagakusho scholarship as well
as other financial grants such as Japanese Grant Aid for Human Resource
Development Scholarship (JDS), Asian Youth Fellowship (AYF) Program
scholarship and many private scholarships. JUAAB, as the authorized
forum for the Bangladeshi Alumni of Japanese Universities, hosted
this orientation program to give some overview on the life and education
system in Japan. JUAAB General Secretary Dr. Sarder A. Nayeem conducted
the program. He started the seminar congratulating the recipients
of the scholarship. President of JUAAB Professor M. Mozammel Hoq
in his speech informed that since the inception of the Monbukagakusho
scholarship in 1955, more than 2000 Bangladeshi students were provided
with the scholarship. He requested the grantees to represent Bangladesh
at their best by their deeds, as they are the goodwill ambassadors
of Bangladesh. In added the Japanese language is an important for
communication with the Japanese people in Japan. A more and more
people were to be learning Japanese. In this light, JUAAB has organized
a course on Japanese Language and Orientation on life and culture
in Japan to help the students who are interested to study in Japan.
The Advisory Council member of JUAAB Dr. A.K.M. Moazzem Hussain,
Education Advisor of the Embassy of Japan Dr. Hasina Ferdousi, Deputy
Director of the Embassy of Japan Miss.Hidemi Kohno, Cultural Secretary
of JUAAB Dr. Munirul Alam also spike on that occasion. All the speakers
warmly greeted the grantees and given valuable guidelines on life
in Japan. The seminar ended with a lively question and answer session
between the grantee and the speakers.
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On way to form
South Asia Federation of Japanese University Alumni (SAFJUA)
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Khatmundu,
Nepal on 29th March 2005 amidst a heightening encouragement and
celebration. It was the ever first time in this region Nepal was
destined to congregate the meeting, traditionally hosted by the
Japanese capital, Tokyo.
The
reunion, organized by Japan University Students Association Nepal
(JUSAN) in cooperation with the Embassy of Japan to Nepal, saw a
zealot participation of delegates from Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri
Lanka and Japan who are discharging their know-how in various sectors
as doctors, professors, engineers, environmentalist, lawyers in
their respective countries. The two-day meeting made a productive
platform for the representatives to share their common interest
and spirit to strengthen the relationship between Japan and south
Asia regional forum of alumni of Japanese universities and among
the respective member countries themselves.
President
of Japan Universities Alumni Association of Bangladesh DR. Md. Mozammel
Hoq, President of Monbukagakusho Alumni Association of Pakistan
Dr. Sultan Suandar Khan, Secretary of Japanese Graduates Alumni
Asociation of Sri Lanka Dr. P. B. Munasinghe and vice president
of JUSAN Rameshwor Pokharel each presented their country papers
respectively. India sent its message of regret for not being able
to partake the meeting, but has papers and given its words to abide
by any decisions and resolutions approved during the session.
The
formal session also formed a draft group amongst the delegates to
discuss on various agendas of establishing a regional forum of Japanese
alumni, determining its objectives and methodologies, which the
delegates later approved it as a resolution of the meeting. Each
member countries proposed the name of newly established network
in their own approaches. Yet they voted for the name of South Asia
Federation of Japanese University Alumni (SAFJUA) in one voice.
It was a red-letter-day for the representatives as they were feted
to reach their beforehand target. Meanwhile the meeting formed and
ad hoc committee for six months, which will draft its constitution
and later give final shape of the decision-making bodies by laws.
President of JUSAN Mr. Barua, as a convenor heads the Ad- hoc committee.
The committee also accommodates a member secretary and members from
each respective country.
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Discover Japan- Japanese Cultural Exhibition
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The
"Discover Japan was held on Thursday, February 24, 2005 at
10 A.M in the Central Public Library, Dhaka.Prof. S. M. Faiz, Vice-chancellor,
University of Dhaka, Japanese Cultural Exhibition-2005 as the Chief
Guest. Mr. Matsushiro Horiguchi, Ambassador of Japan was present
as the Special Guest. The program was jointly organized by the Dhaka
Japanese Language Institute Alumni Association and Bangladesh-Japan
Youth friendship Association, in cooperation with the Embassy of
Japan in Bangladesh. JUAAB participated in this exhibition.
JUAAB
distributed brochure, leaflet and newsletter among the visitors.
The total visitors visited JUAAB stall were 1, 686. This show brought
a lot of benefits to JUAAB.
"Discover
Japan" is a composite program featuring a wide range of Japanese
culture including Ikebena, Bonsai, Japanese Doll, Origami, Japanese
books and newspapers, Judo/karate, Video show, Books on Japan written
by Bangladeshi nationals.
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JAPAN TRADE SHOW (2004)
HELD
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The
first ever Japan Trade show was held at a city hotel (Hotel Sheraton)
in Dhaka on June 8 to 10, 2004. The Trade show was held in Dhaka
under the auspices of JETRO. JUAAB participated in this trade show.
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companies participated in the 3 days long show, JUAAB distributed
brochure, leaflet, and newsletter among the visitors. The total
visitors visited JUAAB stall were 4, 686, this show bring a lot
of benefits to JUAAB.
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Obituary
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With
great sorrow and a heavy heart we inform our members that JUAAB has
lost a prominent Advisor, Mr. Sheikh Ahmed Jalal. He breathed
his last on Sunday the 21st September, 2003 at Mt. Sinai Hospital,
New York at the age of 62.
Mr. Jalal did his graduation in Mining Geology from the Tokyo University
of Education and post-graduation in Mining Engineering from the University
of Tokyo. He also had a Diploma in Japanese Language from the Osaka
University of Foreign Studies. He was the recipient of the Monbusho
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Mr. Jalal
had an eventful diplomatic career spanning 28 years as he served
the Bangladesh mission in Tokyo, Ottawa, London, Hong Kong, Algiers
and Calcutta as a Foreign Service Officer. He represented Bangladesh
in the Special Political Committee of the United Nations General
Assembly. He was the first announcer of Radio Japan's Bangla Service.
He also wrote columns for the Daily Ittefaq and the Pakistan Observer
for some time in the capacity of special correspondent
During our War of Independence, he made a great contribution by
mobilizing public opinion in Japan in favor of our struggle against
Pakistan. His book, Japan's contribution in the Independence of
Bangladesh Published by Golam Mustafa, Hakkani Publishers in October,
2002 is an invaluable document on Japan's attitude towards Bangladesh
in 1971. He was a prolific writer of books for children. Kin Iro
No Shika (The Golden Deer), Japanese Children's Stories and Rhymes,
Japan Rupkatha, Padmar Elish, are a few of the acclaimed ones.
Mr. Jalal
was instrumental in the formation of JUAAB. He was an active member
that initiated the association and framed its constitution. Later
he assumed the responsibility of a Member of the Advisory Council
of JUAAB.
Mr. Jalal
was buried at the Mirpur Intellectual's Graveyard. His Namaz-E-Janaza
was held at Gulshan Azad Mosque on Friday, September 26, 2003. He
has left behind a son, a daughter and a lots of friends, relatives
and admirers.
We would remain
grateful to him for his unique contribution of the development of
JUAAB.
Today with great
anguish and grief we mourn Mr. Sheikh Ahmed Jalal's passing
away and pray for the eternal peace of his departed soul.
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JUAAB Office Address:
Japanese Universities
Alumni Association in Bangladesh (JUAAB)
Rowshan Tower (6th Floor), 152/2/A2 Green Road,
Panthapath, Dhaka-1205, Bangladesh
Tel: +880-2-9142792
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