Japan fetes Cesar Purisima with Order of the Rising Sun

MANILA, Philippines — The government of Japan conferred former Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima with one of its highest distinctions. This was for his role in strengthening economic ties between Japan and the Philippines. READ: Awards conferred for contributions to Japan-Philippines relations Purisima was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star. This was part of Japan’s 2026 Spring Conferment of Decorations on Foreign Nationals. He served as finance chief from 2010 to 2016 under former President Benigno Aquino III. During his tenure, he led efforts to amend the foreign bank liberalization law. This allowed Japanese banks to […]... Keep on reading: Japan fetes Cesar Purisima with Order of the Rising Sun

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