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Lefteris Kafatos has supported many U.S. delegations engaging in diplomacy with Japan and other partners in the region. These experiences form the basis of his insights into the U.S.-Japan alliance, and how it both affects and is affected by regional dynamics.
Interpreting for Secretary of Defense Austin during courtesy call to Prime Minister Kishida after 2+2.
Photo: Prime Minister’s Office (29 July 2024)
Interpreting for President Trump during his state visit to Tokyo.
Photo: Wikipedia (26 May 2019)
Interpreting for Secretary of Defense Mattis during his meeting with Defense Minister Onodera.
Photo: TSgt Vernon Young Jr. (29 May 2018)
Interpreting for Vice President Pence during his visit to the Ministry of Defense in Tokyo.
Photo: Reuters (7 Feb. 2018)
Interpreting for Secretary of State Tillerson during his meeting with Prime Minister Abe at the Kantei.
Photo: Prime Minister’s Office (16 March 2017)
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