In recognition of his distinguished contribution to relations between the United Kingdom and Japan, Mr Carlos Ghosn has been appointed an Honorary Knight Commander of the British Empire.
Britain’s Ambassador to Japan, Sir Graham Fry, will present the honour to Mr Ghosn in early 2007 at the British Embassy, Tokyo.
Commenting on this momentous award, Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan Motor Co. Ltd., said: "I am deeply honoured by this recognition from the people of the United Kingdom. The ties between Nissan and the United Kingdom are deep and stretch back over 50 years. This honour is dedicated to the hard work and achievements of our 5,500 employees and 220 dealers that support the Nissan business in the United Kingdom.”
Mr. Ghosn has received numerous international awards, including an honorary Docotrate of Humane Letters from the American University of Beirut.
