New Members of WMU Sasakawa Fellowship,The Following 25 new Sasakawa Fellowship Students in the class of 2009 joined the WMU academic program early this May. Theyare brimming with the desire to enhance their maritime expertise and build up a valuable network of Fellows with diverse backgrounds.
Their deepest gratitude to Mr. Sasakawa will ensure their active contribution to the global maritime society in the future.

Mr. SAHA, Ram KrishnaMr. NUGRAHA, FajarInstructorBangladesh Institute of Marine TechnologyBangladeshShip Surveyor, Statutory Division,Indonesian Classification Society (BKI)I would like to express my sincere thanks to WMU and Mr.
Sasakawa for giving me this wonderful opportunity to study atWMU. My objective is to optimize the time spent at this worldrenowned institution by enhancing my knowledge and being ableto serve the global maritime society in a better way. My motto is ,''Ifyou have knowledge, let others light their candles with it''.

Indonesia09042 MET09035 MSEAMr. LENG THUN, KosalMr. PARHOTTAS, Jan AlexanderTechnical Official, Merchant Marine Department,General Department of TransportCambodia09026 SMOfficer, Directorate of Sea Traffic and Transport,Ministry of TransportationSince coming to Malmö I have found that the educational systemhere is very good. I again would like to thank the SasakawaFoundation for awarding me the scholarship. With this goldenopportunity, I can study in the well known World MaritimeUniversity. I will try my best to absorb everything I am taught, andafter graduating I look forward to contributing what I've learnedto the maritime community.

Indonesia09072 SMMr. PLATA GONZALEZ, JavierDirectorate of Marine Safety, Desk of International AffairsDirectorate General of Sea Transportation,Department of Transportation of Republic of IndonesiaBeing granted the opportunity by The Nippon Foundation topursue my Master Programme in Maritime Affairs offers megreater fulfillment and satisfaction working on the protection ofthe marine environment, conservation and sustainable use ofmarine resources. I express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Sasakawafor encouraging and supporting me in my professional goals.

Indonesia09040 MEOM09043 MLPMr. ABE, Aké LazareCote d'lvoireMr. EGUCHI, ToruGeneral Affairs DivisionJapan Marine Accident Inquiry AgencyI would like to thank Mr. Sasakawa from the bottom of my heartfor allowing me to study at WMU. I am going to take this opportunity to augment my knowledge of maritime issues, which willpermit me in the near future to dedicate my life to the promotionof a prosperous national and international maritime community.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Sasakawa andOPRF for providing me with this opportunity to study at WMU.
I believe that the experience acquired at WMU is essential forenhancing maritime safety in my country. I also would like toestablish a network with WMU students, which will surely bevaluable in promoting international cooperation.

Japan09016 MSEAMr. PAUL, ShantanuMr. OKAMOTO, YasuhiroSenior ManagerMaritime Training Institute , The Shipping Corporation Of India Ltd ,Japan Coast Guard, Administration Department,Education and Training DivisionStudying at WMU is a real honor for me. I would like to thank TheNippon Foundation and Dr. Sasakawa for providing me with thisgreat opportunity. I will try hard to acquire knowledge to broadenmy views in Maritime Affairs, which will definitely benefit me, mycountry and the Maritime Community in general.

I am thrilled to be studying in the best environment in the world,when I can improve my knowledge and debating skills by gettingup-to-date theories and information. I will contribute to mycountry and my organization by utilizing my knowledge aftergraduation. I truly thank Dr. Sasakawa for giving me the chance tostudy at WMU.

Japan09073 SM09037 MSEAMs. LOGINA, AneteMr. SHARMA, Deepak RajIndia09078 MSEAKnowledge combined with opportunity are the right keys to openthe doors to the worldwide community. Therefore, I will take thisopportunity to gain more knowledge in maritime affairs from thebest maritime university, and afterwards in the future maritimeworldwide community. Thank you to Mr. Sasakawa for bringingme this huge opportunity.

Head of the Observatory of Maritime and Inland TransportsMinistry of Transport, General Directorate of Port and Maritime Affairs,09001 MLPIndiaMy aims while studying in World Maritime University are toacquire knowledge in maritime affairs and to forge newfriendships with fellow students and maritime acquaintancesfrom various countries, in order to contribute to on-going effortsto empower my country’s shipping industry.
For providing me with this invaluable opportunity, I am forevergrateful to Mr. Sasakawa and The Nippon Foundation.

Ms. SARTIKA, PoppyMarine Environment AdvisorColombian Ocean CommissionColombiaI would like to thank Mr. Sasakawa and the OPRF staff who mademy dreams come true to study at WMU. I will work hard to achieveprofessional expertise in the MSEA field and to broaden maritimecommunity networks that will help me promote safety of life,property and marine environmental protection in the globalmaritime community.

Indian Coast Guard HeadquartersLawyer, Maritime Administration of LatviaStudying at the premier institution of maritime education is aprivilege for me. Enhancing my knowledge, acquiring proficiencyin maritime research, sharing methodologies & skills in themaritime arena and understanding different cultures withconstant interaction is my aim at WMU. My endeavors shall be toutilise the expertise gained at WMU to serve the maritimefraternity.

I have come to WMU with the resolution to get greater knowledgefor my future professional activities in the maritime field to allowme to contribute to the development of this field. I would like tothank The Nippon Foundation with all my heart for giving me thisopportunity.

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6Mr. DE GUZMAN, Roben NavarroClass of 2009Station CommanderPhilippine Coast GuardPort State Control Center ManilaPhilippinesI extend my deepest gratitude and sincerest appreciation to theSasakawa Foundation in granting me a full fellowship to study atWMU. Acquiring knowledge and technical skills in MaritimeAffairs will fortify my modest contribution and commitment toour global pursuit of safer ships, cleaner, secured and peaceful seas.

09055 METMr. AUNG THEIN WINMyanmar09004 PMMs. HUBILLA, Maria Rowena BuenaDeputy ManagerTraffic Department , Myanmar Port AuthorityAttorney IVMaritime Legal Affairs Office, Maritime Industry AuthorityI am very grateful to Mr. Sasakawa for providing me with thegolden opportunity to become a member of the WMU community. Now I have the chance to achieve professional knowledge andexchange views and experiences with WMU students fromdifferent parts of the world. We can establish a network forstrengthening international cooperation in the maritime field forthe benefit of humankind.

Studying at WMU is an honor and privilege, because: (1) it is aonce-in-a-lifetime opportunity made possible by the generosityof The Nippon Foundation and Mr. Sasakawa himself, and (2)WMU is one, if not the best, maritime university. I'm happy I amgiven the chance to broaden my knowledge in Maritime Affairs...
in a global perspective.

Philippines09060 MLPMr. KYAW MYO WINMyanmar09025 SMMs. PARAGGUA, Victoria QuindaraTutor, Department of Port ManagementMyanmar Maritime UniversityAssociate Professor 1 & Executive Assistant of the PMMA PresidentPhilippine Merchant Marine AcademyOffering a broader understanding of maritime related practiceswith international standards and exchanging knowledge and ideasamong a multicultural society are the main characteristics ofWMU, I believe. I am very grateful for this valuable opportunity-through a Sasakawa Fellowship, and hopefully, with my activenature and high level of enthusiasm, I will share my experiencesnot only in Myanmar but also in the shipping industry all over theworld.

As an educator, I cling to the truth that I cannot give what I do nothave. Thus, this opportunity to enhance my professionalknowledge in the maritime field will be instrumental in mybecoming a more effective professor to my students. This will bemy contribution towards maritime education and training in mycountry.

Philippines09071 SMMs. THET THETMyanmarMs. TONGBAI, SarineeTutor, Department of Nautical ScienceMyanmar Maritime UniversityNavigatorMerchant Marine Training CentreI would like to express my deepest thanks to Mr. Sasakawa forgiving me this wonderful opportunity to study at WMU. I willstudy hard to gain much knowledge in maritime education andtraining, to use my experience from WMU in helping maritimepersonnel capability locally as well as internationally andpromoting valuable cooperation within the maritime community.

I am very grateful for this opportunity given by The NipponFoundation. I will study hard and get my master’s degree fromWMU. Moreover I will try to benefit from this opportunity asmuch as I can. This is a great chance to see the world and makefriends from around the world, like "Friends of WMU" .

Thailand09045 MET09046 PMMr. KAMRAN, Muhammad AliPakistanMr. DO, Cong BienSenior Nautical Instructor / Seafarer Training and Coordinating OfficerPakistan Marine AcademyOperating Group LeaderVietnam Maritime Communication and Electronics CompanyEnrolling in the MSc (Port Management) programme at WMUenhances my abilities in the maritime field. In addition, havingfriend from all over the world is great opportunity as I wish to servein global development activities. I would like to convey my sincerethanks to Mr. Sasakawa and OPRF for providing support towardsthe master programme.

At WMU, I have the chance not only to gain knowledge of themaritime field, but also to establish a lasting relationship with agreat many students throughout the world. I believe that thisknowledge and new network of colleagues will benefit my work. Iwould like to express my heartfelt thanks to Mr Sasakawa and theOcean Policy Research Foundation of Japan for giving me thisgreat opportunity.

09061 PMViet Nam09015 MSEAMr. RASHID, AdilPakistan09074 PMMr. HOANG, Phuong LinhNautical InstructorPakistan Marine Academy, Nautical Dept.,Operation SupervisorMarketing Department, Vinafco Logistics Company LimitedWMU is not only a university but it is a Worldwide Web ofmaritime knowledge. The contribution of OPRF and Dr.
Sasakawa to maintain and upgrade this web is unmatched. Mycountry and I are greatly endedted to Mr. Sasakawa and thefoundation for making me a part of this web. This will improve thestandards of maritime affairs in my country and will enable me toeffectively dedicate myself towards the betterment of the maritimefield worldwide.

I am being given a great chance to change my life and my careerhere at WMU. Therefore, I have made a promise to myself that Iwill do my best to obtain more knowledge, build a network offriendship and contribute to the development not only of mycountry but also of the global maritime industry.

Viet Nam09020 SMMr. BOLECHE, GilbertPhilippinesMs. LE, Nam TranInstructor 3, PMMA-Training CenterPhilippine Merchant Marine AcademyOperations Department, Manager AssistanceVinaship Joint Stock CompanyTo gain more knowledge, expertise and competency inmaritime-related fields are my ultimate goals while at WMU. Thedisciplines I have gained will be transferred not only to mycountrymen but also to the international maritime community.ToDr. Sasakawa, our main benefactor, and to the Ocean PolicyResearch Foundation, a million thanks for your kindness.

I am very happy to study at WMU, which promotes the highestpracticable standards in maritime transport. I believe that, aftergraduating from the university, I will be equipped with moremaritime knowledge to contribute to my country, as well as havemore friends in many places around the world. I would like toexpress my deep gratitude to Mr. Sasakawa and the Ocean PolicyResearch Foundation, who gave me the great opportunity to studyat this University.

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