2026 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Award Ceremony
2026/3/16
On 16 March, Ambassador of Japan to Fiji, H.E. Mr. Hiroshi TAJIMA, hosted an Award Ceremony for the three recipients of the 2026 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship – Ms. Aaeza Akbar, Ms. Vanessa Katafono and Ms. Lily Temo. During the ceremony, the recipients were presented with their official certificates of acceptance to study in Japan.
In his remarks, Ambassador Tajima warmly congratulated the three scholars and expressed his hope that their experiences in Japan would foster a deep affection for Japan and enable them to serve important bridges between Fiji and Japan in the future.
Following the Ambassador’s speech, former MEXT scholars shared meaningful advice and practical tips with the new recipients. Dr. Jito Vanualailai, Deputy Vice Chancellor of USP and a MEXT alumnus, also delivered a heartfelt message of encouragement to the promising scholars.
The Embassy of Japan is sincerely proud of the three recipients and wishes them every success in their studies and experiences in Japan.
The announcement for the 2027 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship is expected to be made after April 2026. Please stay tuned for further updates.
In his remarks, Ambassador Tajima warmly congratulated the three scholars and expressed his hope that their experiences in Japan would foster a deep affection for Japan and enable them to serve important bridges between Fiji and Japan in the future.
Following the Ambassador’s speech, former MEXT scholars shared meaningful advice and practical tips with the new recipients. Dr. Jito Vanualailai, Deputy Vice Chancellor of USP and a MEXT alumnus, also delivered a heartfelt message of encouragement to the promising scholars.
The Embassy of Japan is sincerely proud of the three recipients and wishes them every success in their studies and experiences in Japan.
The announcement for the 2027 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship is expected to be made after April 2026. Please stay tuned for further updates.