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The local government of Danao in northern Cebu and Kashima City in Japan have strengthened their partnership through a sisterhood agreement.
The officials of Kashima City led by Shinichi Taguchi visited Danao City to formally signed the agreement as they began their “long-term international collaboration for both localities, focused on cultural, educational, sports, economic and environmental initiatives.”
The signing took place at the Danao City Hall which was attended by Danao City officials, including department heads and community representatives, according to Danao City’s information office.
“This partnership not only benefits our city but extends opportunities to neighboring local government units,” said Danao City Mayor Thomas Mark “Mix” Durano.
He also compared Danao City to Kashima City as a port city that thrives through “industrial and tourism advancements.”
Meanwhile, City Councilor Ivy Durano said in her message that their LGU is “excited to learn” from the Kashima City’s models of economic progress.
“The more we learn as a community, the more we grow as a city. We are not trying to be the best, but we are trying to be better every day,” Councilor Durano said.
