A large group of Colombians living in Japan welcomed Mr. President Alvaro Uribe on April 10^th, at the residence of Colombian Ambassador. 

On Monday, April 11^th, the President of Colombia attended private encounter with H.E Emperor Akihito. President Uribe gladly informed about improvements on security, economy, education, environment, social mobility and reduction of the poverty.  

Some hours later, Mr. Uribe, Colombian President held meeting with Japanese Prime Minister, Junichiro Koizumi.