Officials from GMA Network, Inc. and the Embassy of Japan met on Monday, December 2, to acknowledge the vital role of media in strengthening the bilateral relationship between the Philippines and Japan.

Representing GMA Network, Inc. were Senior Vice President and Head of Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso, Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, and Vice President for Drama Productions Cheryl Ching-Sy.

They engaged with Japan's Consul-General Hanada Takahiro, First Secretary Matsuda Shigehiro, and Political Counsellor Tamura Maiko.

The Embassy of Japan expressed appreciation for the extensive reach and impact of GMA’s news and entertainment programs, particularly its efforts in promoting Voltes V.

Furthermore, the Embassy anticipates exciting future collaborations with the network.