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Post by Admin on Sept 21, 2013 6:29:50 GMT
Former first daughter Caroline Kennedy coasted through a Senate confirmation hearing to be the next U.S. ambassador to Japan, promising to carry forward John F. Kennedy’s legacy with humility. Kennedy told the Foreign Relations Committee yesterday that if confirmed, she would work to strengthen the crucial bond between the United States and its Asian ally on trade, the military and student exchanges.  Jack with the young Caroline  Caroline kisses baby JFK Junior |
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Post by Admin on Nov 13, 2013 2:09:41 GMT
Caroline Kennedy, the new U.S. ambassador to Japan and daughter of slain President John F. Kennedy, leaves for Japan on Thursday to begin her work to strengthen the critical bond between the U.S. and the Asian nation. "We just had a tea ceremony which was a wonderful introduction to the Japanese culture," Kennedy said Tuesday night at a reception at the Japanese ambassador's residence. "My husband and I and my children are so excited to be going to Japan," she said in brief remarks to reporters. "We look forward to meeting as many people as we can, to making new friends, visiting and studying the history and culture of this beautiful country that is such a strong partner to the United States in so many important efforts."  Caroline Kennedy, joined in Washington by Secretary of State John F. Kerry, left, and members of her family, signs her appointment papers to become U.S. ambassador to Japan. (U.S. State Department / November 12, 2013) Kennedy, who was confirmed by the Senate last month, was nominated for the ambassador's job by President Barack Obama after playing a role in his re-election campaign. Secretary of State John Kerry hosted a swearing-in ceremony for Kennedy on Tuesday afternoon at the State Department. |
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Post by Admin on Nov 13, 2013 7:35:24 GMT
 Caroline Kennedy is hugged by Secretary of State John Kerry as he introduces her as the ambassador to Japan Caroline Kennedy took part in a traditional tea ceremony on Tuesday, just days before flying to Japan in her official role as Ambassador. The daughter of President Kennedy was confirmed as the new ambassador by the Senate last month and is due to move to Japan with her husband and children on Thursday. The 55-year-old attorney, who will be the first woman to represent the U.S. in the Asian country, was nominated for the vital role by President Obama after his re-election. 'We just had a tea ceremony which was a wonderful introduction to the Japanese culture,' Ms Kennedy said at a reception in the residence of Japanese ambassador Kenichiro Sasae, which was hosted by Secretary of State John Kerry. 'My husband and I and my children are so excited to be going to Japan. We look forward to meeting as many people as we can, to making new friends, visiting and studying the history and culture of this beautiful country that is such a strong partner to the United States in so many important efforts.'  Caroline Kennedy says she is looking forward to learning more about Japanese culture |
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Post by Admin on Nov 14, 2013 7:28:43 GMT
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry delivers remarks at a reception in honor of U.S. Ambassador to Japan Caroline Kennedy at the Japanese Ambassador's Residence in Washington, DC on November 13, 2013.  Japan’s ambassador Kenichiro Sasae, Ambassador Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg at a tea ceremony at the Japanese embassy Tuesday night. (Courtesy the Embassy of Japan)  Ambassador Kennedy, Schlossberg, Ambassador Sasae and Secretary of State John Kerry after a toast. (Courtesy the Embassy of Japan) |
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Post by Admin on Nov 16, 2013 6:35:20 GMT
Many Japanese are viewing Caroline Kennedy, the new U.S. ambassador to Japan, with curiosity affection. Via the Foreign Bureau, WSJ's global news update. "I bring greetings from President Obama ... I am honored to represent him as the United States ambassador," she said. "I am also proud to carry forward my father's legacy of public service." Kennedy worked briefly for education authorities in New York, and contemplated, but later abandoned, a run for a New York Senate seat in 2009.  New U.S. ambassador to Japan Caroline Kennedy, accompanied by her husband Edwin Schlossberg, right, arrives at the Narita International Airport near Tokyo, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2013. Japan hopes the 55-year-old daughter of late President John F. Kennedy will work closely with President Barack Obama to tackle some urgent U.S.-Japan matters, analysts said. In a video greeting to the people of Japan released on the internet on Wednesday, Kennedy said she had studied Japanese art and history, and made several trips to Japan, including a visit to Hiroshima - where the first atomic bomb was dropped - when she was 20. "It left me with a profound desire to work for a better, more peaceful world," she said, adding that she had also visited Japan on her honeymoon. |
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