# Japan diplomatic anniversary logo competitions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japan-diplomatic-anniversary-logo-competitions > Updated: 2026-10-24T04:04:43.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Japan has initiated public logo design competitions to commemorate the 75th anniversaries of its diplomatic relations with both Pakistan and Sri Lanka, both of which are scheduled for celebration in 2027. For the Pakistan anniversary, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched a global digital competition inviting participants of any age to submit designs reflecting the friendship between the two nations. Submissions must be original and the use of generative AI is prohibited. The deadline for entries is October 23, 2026. Similarly, for the Sri Lanka anniversary, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs opened a competition for citizens of both Japan and Sri Lanka. Requirements include providing both color and black-and-white versions of the design along with an 80-word explanation. The ministry has also prohibited generative AI for these entries. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026, and the ministry noted that the winner will not receive prize money or compensation. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-24: Japan announces logo competition for 75 years of diplomatic ties with Sri Lanka Japan is hosting a logo design competition for citizens of Japan and Sri Lanka to mark 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2027. AI-generated entries are prohibited. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-announces-logo-competition-for-75-years-of-diplomatic-ties-with-sri-lanka ### 2026-10-05: Japan launches logo competition for 75th anniversary of relations with Pakistan Japan has announced a global logo design competition to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Pakistan in 2027. Submissions are open to all until October 23, 2026. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-launches-logo-competition-for-75th-anniversary-of-relations-with-pakistan --- Cite as: Japan diplomatic anniversary logo competitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/japan-diplomatic-anniversary-logo-competitions