Japan, U.S., South Korea Stand ‘Firmly Against Economic Coercion,’ Make Announcement after Holding Talks in New York
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON — Japan, the United States and South Korea have announced in a joint statement that they stand firmly against economic coercion, including arbitrary export restrictions, with China in mind.
Japan, the United States, and South Korea have jointly declared their firm opposition to economic coercion, particularly arbitrary export restrictions, with China as the primary target. The trio discussed the matter for approximately 40 minutes and released a statement in New York on Monday. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi of Japan, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun participated in the talks.
The three countries agreed to collaborate on developing robust supply chain strategies. They also expressed support for the advancement of regional cooperation in the energy sector, including the "Powerr Asia" framework, a Japan-led energy procurement initiative. The three nations committed to maintaining their cooperation in maritime matters in the Arctic and bolstering energy supplies, although they did not sign a memorandum of understanding, as the necessary arrangements were already in place.
In affirming their dedication to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, the three countries reiterated their stance against any unilateral actions aimed at altering the area's status quo, especially in light of the upcoming U.S.-China summit scheduled for the following day. Motegi and Rubio also had a private conversation after the meeting, lasting around 10 minutes, focusing on the current situation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Motegi informed Rubio that the U.S. sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane were inconsistent with Japan's position.
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