Far from the tatami mats, the former Algerian judoka, Salima Souakri, continues to be at the forefront of Algerian judo. Indeed, after his undisputed efforts for the development and promotion of the martial art of Japanese origin in Algeria, the time has come for the reward for Souakri.
Thus, the national order of Japan will be awarded to the former African champion 9 times. Baptized “Rising Sun, Rays of Gold with Rosette” this answer is granted by the Japanese government judokas who work to promote this discipline in their respective countries.
For this edition of 2023, Souakri is the winner of this prize. A special distinction for Salima Souakri who will be the first Algerian judoka to be awarded this order.
Order of the Rising Sun: a doubly unique decoration for Souakri
“In the context of mutual understanding between Japan and Algeria, this decoration is awarded to Salima Souakri for her large contribution to the promotion of judo in Algeria”, explains the press release from the Japanese Embassy in Algeria.
In addition, Salima Souakri will be honored with this award by being the youngest person to receive this decoration, “Souakri becomes the first Algerian woman to receive a decoration from the Japanese government and also the youngest person to have received this decoration among these Algerian predecessors “, indicates the press release.
Salima Souakri will receive her decoration on April 27 during the ceremony which will take place at the Japan residence in Algiers.
