Telephone talks with Prime Minister Suga and British Prime Minister Johnson agree to strengthen cooperation in the security field September 23, 20:54
Prime Minister Suga will meet with British Prime Minister Johnson on the phone on the evening of the 23rd to strengthen and cooperate in the security field of both countries toward the realization of a "free and open Indo-Pacific". Matched with.
The telephone conversation between Prime Minister Suga and British Prime Minister Johnson lasted about 20 minutes after 5 pm.
In this, Prime Minister Suga said, "I would like to build a good relationship with Prime Minister Johnson and further strengthen the relationship between Japan and the UK, which is a strategic partner."
In response, Prime Minister Johnson congratulated him on his appointment as Prime Minister and said, "I would like to work together with former Prime Minister Abe to further develop the stronger relationship between Japan and the UK. I responded.
Prime Minister Suga welcomed Britain's increased involvement in the Indo-Pacific region and sought cooperation in dealing with North Korea, including the abduction issue.
On that basis, the two leaders agreed to strengthen and cooperate in the field of security between the two countries toward the realization of a "free and open Indo-Pacific."
We also confirmed the need for both countries to cooperate and play a leading role in various issues such as countermeasures against the new coronavirus and climate variability.
In addition, the two leaders welcomed the general agreement on the negotiations on the EPA = Economic Partnership Agreement, and agreed to cooperate for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics next year.