Few moments express the affinity between nations than the communion of ideas.
Fewer still reflect the respect they accord one another better than the recognition of their mutual contribution to the good of humanity. Such is what this occasion symbolises. And such is the joy and humility with which I accept this honorary doctorate from Waseda University. Our joy and humility are deepened by the realisation that it is more than the deeds of an individual which are at issue. I accept this accolade on behalf of our rainbow nation, on behalf of all the people of South Africa.