Prime Minister Abe talks with Abbas Israel 21:39 on October 21 to encourage dialogue with the United States
Prime Minister Abe met with Mr. Abbas, Palestinian interim autonomous government, who attended the ceremonial ceremony of the throne on the 22nd, and urged the resumption of dialogue with Israel and the United States for the realization of peace in the Middle East. Japan also communicated the idea of cooperation.
The meeting was held for about 30 minutes at the guesthouse in Minato-ku, Tokyo on the afternoon of the 21st.
In this, Prime Minister Abe stated that over Japan ’s peace in the Middle East, “Japan's attitude to support the two-state solution where Israel and Palestine coexist” will not change, and Japan will lead the economic independence of Palestine. The idea to continue to proceed with the existing economic projects.
On top of that, “The outlook for peace in the Middle East is uncertain, but first it is important to resume dialogue with Israel and the United States. If dialogue is not resumed, it will be difficult to realize a“ two-state solution ”. I will spare no effort. "
In response, Chairman Abbas appreciated Japan's contributions and support for the realization of peace in the Middle East and expressed his expectations for further roles.
Prime Minister Abe also met with Oman's deputy prime minister and deputy king of Asad, and agreed to work closely to alleviate and stabilize tensions in the Middle East, including Iran.