Based on the theme, Peace Justice and Freedom - Efforts Toward Global Harmony, the 4 th
World Conference of Mayors for Peace through Inter-city Solidarity began its 2-day
program with an opening ceremony (re:picture) at the Hiroshima International Conference
Center in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Hiroshima Mayor, Takashi Hiraoka made an
opening address saying, "We hope to discuss about the roles we must to take in order to
make the hopeful 21 century." Following the mayor's address, Dr. Martin Harwit, the
Former Director, National Air and Pace Museum, Smithsonian Institution, had a special
speech. Plenary Session is scheduled to begin from the afternoon and the participants will
have discussions based on the theme, "Lessons of the 20th century and issues for the 21st
century."
 Hiroshima Mayor, Takashi Hiraoka, greeting "Summarizing the events of the 20th century and debate topics relevant for a peaceful 21st century is our assignment" |
 239 mayors and delegates, participating from 115 cities and 33 overseas countries as of Aug. 4. |
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 Dr. Martin Harwit, Former Director of the National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution, giving a special speech. |
 Presenting bouquets of flowers at Cenotaph prior to Opening Ceremony |
 Participants touring the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum |
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