Takaichi Condemns Putin's Northern Territories Visit
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on August 13 condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to the Northern Territories, saying it was "absolutely unacceptable," while Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi summoned Russia's ambassador to Japan and lodged a strong protest. (News On Japan)
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan strongly condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to the Northern Territories on August 13, deeming it "absolutely unacceptable." She emphasized that such a visit conflicts with Japan's long-standing position on the islands and causes distress among the Japanese people. Takaichi stated that Japan has exerted maximum efforts in maintaining relations with Russia, but the latest development has made bilateral ties more challenging to restore in the medium to long term.
Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi responded by summoning Russia's ambassador to Japan and lodging a strong protest against Putin's visit to the disputed islands.
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