On the afternoon of May 28th, Panasonic celebrated its 100th anniversary in Beijing. The 40th anniversary of the Sino-Japanese Peace and Friendship Treaty was concluded. The theme of this celebration is 'Thanksgiving China - Mission not to forget, Dream building', Panasonic Co., Ltd. Hiroshige Ichihiro, Chairman of Panasonic Corporation (China) Co., Ltd. and Senior Director of China North-East Asia General Representative Yokoo Denji and other senior members of the group, special guest Li Xiaolin and numerous media reporters gathered together to witness the 100-year elegance of Panasonic.
100th Anniversary Celebration of Panasonic Venture was Held at Yanqi Hotel Convention Center
It is reported that this celebration aims to demonstrate Matsushita’s development achievements and developments over the past 100 years. It also hopes to express Matsushita’s heartfelt gratitude to supporters of all parties. As a multinational company established in 1918, Panasonic has always been committed to improving the world’s people. Contributing to the level of cultural life, the development of branded products involves home appliances, digital audiovisual, office, aviation and many other fields and enjoys a global reputation. In 1978, Panasonic began investing in China, bringing Panasonic’s business in China with China’s reform, opening up, and economy. The construction is integrated. Today, Panasonic Group has 75 companies in China and about 60,000 employees. China has become one of the most important countries in Panasonic's business development blueprint.
At the ceremony, President Jin Kazuhiro first took the stage to address him. He pointed out: 'This year marks the 100th anniversary of Matsushita's business and is also the 40th anniversary of China's business. These achievements of Panasonic have benefited from the historical opportunity of rapid development after China's reform and opening up. It is inseparable from the trust and support of China's partners and users over the years. In the next 10 years and 20 years, no matter what kind of age we are, we should always look forward and continue to develop for the sake of society. Challenge. I think this is the responsibility of a 100-year enterprise. This challenge cannot be completed without going with China. Therefore, for the next 100th anniversary, we will uphold the idea of 'Sino-Japanese cooperation' and work together with everyone to make the world a reality. The prosperity makes a contribution. '
President of Panasonic Co., Ltd.
Later, Ms. Li Xiaolin, President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, delivered a speech as a special guest at the ceremony: “One hundred years ago, Mr. Kojiro Matsushita worked hard and did not forget the heart of his heart. After all the hardships, he had to endure. Today, Panasonic has become One of the most famous companies in the world, brand value and social influence are increasing day by day. Mr. Matsushita Matsushita was praised by the world as the “God of Management”. The Panasonic management philosophy and corporate culture he founded influenced several generations of business people. It is believed that in the next 100 years, Panasonic will continue to carry forward the corporate culture and traditions and create better value for the realization of a 'better life, a better world'.
Special guest Ms. Li Xiaolin gives a speech
The representative of Yokoo Hamasaki expressed his new hopes and demands for the company. He has worked for Panasonic for more than 30 years. Since he was promoted to chairman of Matsushita Electric (China) Co., Ltd. and the general representative of China North East Asia, he proposed We must accelerate the development of Panasonic's career in China through win-win cooperation.
In his view, in the face of China, the world's second-largest economy, and close to 7% economic growth, Panasonic can do more. He suggested that 'there is a forecast that China's GDP will reach the top ranking in the world by 2035. Therefore, we will continue to temper our existing products, technologies and solutions to become the best partner in the Chinese society and continue to contribute to the sustainable development of China.
Representatives of Yokoo's chief representative
Finally, the Japanese Ambassador to the Chinese Embassy Iida delivered a speech. He highly praised the Japanese companies headed by Matsushita. Through their commitment to promoting economic exchanges between the two countries, he strongly supported the development of Sino-Japanese friendship.
Japanese Minister Embassy Iida Message
As a global electronics manufacturer, Matsushita Electric always adheres to the concept of 'being closer to customers' lives and helping customers achieve a better life'. It continues to provide a wealth of goods and innovative services. As a result, Matsushita has maintained a good performance for the 100th anniversary of its founding. Situation: According to the 2017 fiscal year results released two weeks ago, in the fiscal year 2017 ended March 31, 2018, Matsushita achieved sales of 7,982 billion yen, an increase of 9% year-on-year; operating profit was 380.5 billion yen, a year-on-year increase. 37%; net profit attributable to owners of the parent company was 236 billion yen, a year-on-year increase of 58%.
It is worth mentioning that at the occasion of this celebration, Matsushita Electric (China) Co., Ltd. made a donation to the Matsushita Education Foundation through the China-Japan Friendship Association to continue to support the cultivation of Chinese young talents.
Chairman of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries Li Xiaolin, Panasonic Co., Ltd. Kazuhiro Kazuhiro attended the donation ceremony
A hundred years ago, founder and founder Matsushita Kosuke helped Matsushita set a 250-year plan to complete the construction of a “real mission” with this long-term goal. Panasonic has now celebrated its 100th anniversary in the face of the next 100 years and more. In the distant future, let us jointly wish that Panasonic will face the challenge with the heart of the beginning and achieve the vision of 'A Better Life, A Better World' and wish the friendship between China and Japan to continue forever.