New Ishigaki Airport holds opening ceremony
March 2, 2013 Ryukyu Shimpo
On March 2, an opening ceremony was held in the domestic terminal building of the New Ishigaki Airport, at Shiraho in Ishigaki City. About 1000 people involved in the project attended, including representatives of the central government, the Okinawa Prefectural Government and local officials.
In his greeting, Okinawa Governor Hirokazu Nakaima said, “Allow me to offer you my hearty congratulations on the opening of the new airport.” He added, “I believe that this new airport will contribute to promoting the development of Okinawa as a hub of the South for international exchange.”
Minister in charge of Okinawa Ichita Yamamoto said, “We are delighted that the people’s earnest desire to open the new airport has been realized.” He went on to say, “Yaeyama has great potential for the future. We hope that as you embrace this opportunity you will be at the forefront of contributing to the development of Okinawa and Japan.”
(English translation by T&CT, Mark Ealey)
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