A defining moment in academic diplomacy unfolded during the Japan Education Fair as Dr. Anderson V. Villa, Chairperson of the International Relations Department, was formally inducted as the new President of the Philippine Association of Japanese Government Scholars (Philajames–Mindanao Chapter).

The induction, officiated by Japan’s Consul General in Davao Hon. Hirotaka Ono, highlights a strengthened commitment to advancing Philippines–Japan academic cooperation and fostering deeper international engagement.

Photos capture key moments from the ceremony along with fellow Japan scholars and Philajames officials, marking a new chapter of leadership and collaboration in the field of international education.