As we reported back in October, Nissan/Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn was appointed an honorary knight commander of the British empire for improving Anglo-Japanese relations. Apparently, the ceremony conferring knighthood took place on Monday by British ambassador to Japan, Graham Fry, on behalf of Queen Elizabeth II. The honorary knight commander of the British empire is awarded to individuals recognized as making significant and contributions in any field.

“The queen acknowledges Ghosn’s efforts in improving the relationship between Japan and the U.K.,” said Graham Fry.

“I’m proud and I’m humbled, and this is an acknowledgement of our 5,600 employees in the U.K.,” said Ghosn, speaking at the knighthood ceremony at the British embassy in Tokyo.

While Ghosn can’t use the title “Sir,” which is an honor only for subjects of the British queen, but he can call himself Carlos Ghosn, KBE. Cool.

## Source: Detroit Free Press ##

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