Japan PM Pledges to Steadily Continue Sanctions on Russia
Tokyo, Aug. 25 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pledged to steadily continue its sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. Attending online a leaders meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on Ukraine on Monday, Takaichi said that "we will continue steadily imposing sanctions on Russia and supporting Ukraine" as four and a half years have passed since the star...
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has reaffirmed Japan's commitment to maintaining sanctions against Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. Speaking at an online meeting with leaders of the Coalition of the Willing on Ukraine, Takaichi stated that Japan will persistently impose sanctions and provide support to Ukraine, emphasizing that the country's stance in solidarity with Ukraine remains unyielding. The meeting was held in Kyiv.
Takaichi highlighted the growing military ties between Russia and North Korea, as well as Russia's deepening cooperation with China. She underscored the interconnected security of both the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions, stressing the increasing importance of collaboration among allied and like-minded countries. "It is essential for the international community to unite and support Ukraine in order to bring peace to the country," she added.
Takaichi's remarks come as Japan continues to play a significant role in the global response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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