TRIBUTE TO HEROES. Batangas Governor Hermilando Mandanas (left) and former Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama are shown in a meeting after paying tribute to Filipinos who suffered and were considered as heroes of the Japanese invasion. Both officials vowed to strengthen the relationship between the Philippines and Japan and conduct exchange programs in the future. (Photo courtesy of Batangas LGU) LIPA CITY, Batangas - To further strengthen and promote friendship and deep relationship with the Philippines, Japan's former prime minister and his wife visited this city on Wednesday and paid tribute to the heroism and sacrifices of residents here during World War II. Former Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama and his wife, Miyuki Hatoyama, joined the province in paying tribute to World War II victims and heroes at the Tower of Peace and the Burial Grounds Marker in Barangay Lumbang here. The program, considered a significant and memorable occasion for both nations, honored Filipi
Ex-Japan PM pays tribute to WWII heroes, victims in Lipa
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