KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysian educator and cultural exchange advocate Gary Tang Kok Lian has received the Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation in recognition of his longstanding contributions to strengthening relations between Malaysia and Japan, including humanitarian assistance following the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
World : Malaysian Honoured With Japanese Foreign Ministerâs Commendation
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Malaysian educator Gary Tang Kok Lian received Japan's Foreign Minister's Commendation for his work in strengthening Malaysia-Japan relations and disaster relief efforts.
- Tang was the only Malaysian individual honored this year by Japan's Foreign Minister.
- He promoted bilateral relations through education, entrepreneurship, and charity activities.
- Tang organized relief efforts after the 2011 Japan earthquake and encouraged educational exchanges.
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