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Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste in Japan

Timorese Student Graduates from GRIPS Disaster Management Program in Tokyo

Angelina Baptista Freitas with Third Secretary Egídio at the GRIPS graduation ceremony
Angelina Baptista Freitas with Third Secretary Egídio at the GRIPS Graduation Ceremony.

Tokyo, 11 September 2026 — Third Secretary Egídio, representing the Embassy of Timor-Leste in Japan, attended the graduation ceremony of the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) in Tokyo. Angelina Baptista Freitas, the sole Timorese graduate among the cohort, earned her Master's degree in disaster management.

Ms. Freitas completed the Disaster Management Policy Program, specializing in Water-related Disaster Management, with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Held at the GRIPS campus in Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, the ceremony brought together graduates, faculty members, families, and representatives of the diplomatic community to mark the completion of their academic programs.

Timorese Graduate in Disaster Management

Ms. Freitas works at Timor-Leste's National Directorate of Meteorology and Geophysics (DNMG). Her specialization in Water-related Disaster Management is closely aligned with efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness, risk reduction, and response capacity in the country.

During her studies, she developed advanced knowledge in disaster management and related policy areas. The training is expected to further enhance her professional expertise and contribute to Timor-Leste's efforts to better prepare for and respond to natural disasters.

Ms. Freitas receiving her diploma on stage
Ms. Freitas receiving her diploma on stage during the ceremony.

Applying Knowledge for Timor-Leste

In her address to the graduating class, GRIPS President Hiroko Ōta expressed the hope that the knowledge and experience gained by the graduates would be applied in their respective countries and contribute to improving disaster management.

Ms. Freitas approaching GRIPS President Hiroko Ōta
Ms. Freitas approaching GRIPS President Hiroko Ōta to receive her degree.

For Timor-Leste, Ms. Freitas' achievement represents a valuable contribution to the country's professional capacity in disaster management, particularly in addressing risks associated with water-related hazards.

Following the ceremony, Third Secretary Egídio joined Ms. Freitas at the graduation reception. The occasion also included photographs with Embassy representatives and other participants, including a gathering alongside the flags of participating countries, with attendees wearing traditional tais.

Ms. Freitas and Third Secretary Egídio among the flags of participating countries
Ms. Freitas and Third Secretary Egídio at the reception, among the flags of participating countries.

The Embassy of Timor-Leste in Japan congratulates Ms. Angelina Baptista Freitas on her academic achievement and wishes her continued success in applying the expertise gained in Japan for the benefit of Timor-Leste.

The Embassy also expresses its appreciation for the support provided by JICA and for the continued academic and capacity-building opportunities available to Timorese professionals in Japan.

Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste in Japan

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