Participant's Speech at Course Closing Ceremony

Renewable Energy in Grid -Mainly on Photovoltaic- (A)


Thanks speech at closing ceremony

Aug.25‚ 2023 Closing Ceremony

Participant：Mr. REHAN Saqib (from Pakistan)

Seven trainees from seven countries around the world (Algeria‚ Brazil‚ Egypt‚ Indonesia‚ Jordan‚ Pakistan‚ Turkey) gathered at JICA Kyushu in Kitakyushu for two months from June 26th to August 26th‚ 2023. Technical training on renewable energy (mainly photovoltaic power generation) was carried out.

Thanks speech by Saqib-san


Photo after the closing ceremony
Honorable Advisors‚ and Respectable Ladies and Gentlemen‚ Good Morning (Ohayo Gozaimasu).

On behalf of the JICA trainees of the Solar PV Energy Program from Algeria‚ Brazil‚ Egypt‚ Indonesia‚ Jordan‚ Pakistan‚ and Turkey‚ I stand before you today with a heart filled with gratitude and appreciation. It is an honor to have been part of this remarkable program‚ and we would like to express our deepest thanks to JICA‚ as well as to the several excellent lecturers and course coordinators who made our journey unforgettable.

First and foremost‚ we would like to extend our sincere gratitude for the Japanese hospitality that we experienced from the moment we arrived in this beautiful country. The warmth and kindness that we encountered throughout our stay left an indelible mark on our hearts. We were humbled by the gestures of generosity‚ respect‚ and genuine care that we received‚ both within the JICA facilities and in our interactions with the Japanese people.


Saqib-san receiving his certificate of course completion
Speaking of the JICA facilities‚ we must express our gratitude for the excellent support‚ help and care provided to us. The organization and resources made available to us were truly outstanding. We felt welcome and comfortable‚ which significantly contributed to our ability to focus on learning and making the most of this incredible opportunity.

The training program itself was exceptional. The coordination of the course was executed with utmost precision‚ balancing a mix of excellent lectures‚ practical exercises‚ and insightful technical field visits. Each component of the program complemented one another seamlessly‚ allowing us to gain a holistic understanding of solar PV energy. The knowledge and skills we acquired will undoubtedly shape our careers and contribute to the sustainable development of our respective countries.

We were not only enriched by the professional aspect of our time in Japan‚ but also by the beauty of the country‚ its people‚ and its culture. We were privileged to witness Japan's admirable economy‚ technological advancements‚ collective commitment to sustainability concerns‚ and willingness to make a positive impact on the world. This unique experience has inspired us to strive for excellence in our own countries and become catalysts for change.


Training at site visit
Lastly‚ we express our sincere hope for the development of further cooperation between JICA/Japan and our countries. We firmly believe that the knowledge and expertise gained during this program can serve as a foundation for future collaborations in the field of solar PV energy. By working together‚ we can harness the power of renewable energy and build a sustainable future for generations to come.

Once again‚ we extend our deepest appreciation to JICA and to all the lecturers‚ advisors‚ course coordinator and leaders‚ who made this journey an enlightening and transformative experience. We will forever cherish the memories created during our time in Japan and carry the lessons learned with us throughout our professional journeys.

Thank you so much once gain. Arigatou gozaimasu!