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Fukuoka - sister city

Background

The Auckland-Fukuoka sister city agreement was signed in 1986, following a sister port relationship between Hakata Port and Ports of Auckland, signed in 1979. Auckland has enjoyed a very active relationship with Fukuoka including a wide variety of tourism, education, youth, cultural and community initiatives.

For information about Fukuoka, visit Fukuoka City Online, the official website of Fukuoka City Hall.

Some examples of programmes

Asian-Pacific Children's Convention (APCC)

Every year Fukuoka invites youth ambassadors to participate in the convention, which aims to foster multi-cultural understanding and develop global citizens. The APCC also operate an annual outbound exchange, with Auckland as one of the host cities (Mission Project).

Asian-Pacific City Summit

Asia-Pacific city leaders meet every two years to share their views and experiences regarding urban administration and important issues facing the region. Click here for more information.

Updated May 2008