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Japan’s ‘Order of the Rising Sun’ award conferred to Narayanan Kumar

The government of Japan has conferred the ‘Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star’ award on Sanmar Group Vice Chairman Narayanan Kumar in recognition of his contribution toward strengthening economic relations between Japan and India. Kumar was honoured by the Consul General of Japan in Chennai, Taga Masayuki.

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Why was this honour is given to Narayanan Kumar?

Masayuki lauded Kumar’s dedicated efforts in promoting friendship, goodwill and mutual understanding between Japan and India. Kumar also heads the Indo-Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He had served the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) as its president and was among the ‘Spring 2022 Imperial Decorations recipients’.

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